Brandan talks firsthand about his struggles early in life, which led to addiction and homelessness, and how a little support has gone a long way in helping him get his life back on track.
Category: Employment for People with Disabilities
The partnership between LiveWorkPlay and United Way, through the Employment Accessibility Resource Network (EARN), demonstrates the positive change that can be achieved when organizations join forces to promote inclusivity.
United Way’s Employment Accessibility Resource Network (EARN) bridges the gap between employers and organizations that help people with disabilities land the right job for them.
Jazz found a job he loves at Krackers Katering, a social enterprise that employs people with disabilities and mental health challenges, empowering them to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
Breaking down the cycle of poverty for marginalized communities means building an equitable workforce and rethinking the ways we approach labour inclusion.
Kelly McGahey, Director for the Employment Accessibility Resource Network (EARN), unpacks research we completed to better understand employment barriers for people with disabilities. Learn more about the key findings and how they can be used toward an equitable economic recovery.
With support from RBC, United Way is improving employment outcomes for people like Mojtaba, and thousands of others who are often overlooked in the labour force.
Young people need improved social, educational and financial supports, and easier access to them, in order to curb East Ontario’s rising unemployment rate for residents aged 15 to 24.
