Fleming College to shine a light on disability inclusion in employment at NDEAM event
Peterborough, ON (October 15, 2024) – Fleming College will proudly participate in the fifth annual Light It Up! For NDEAM (National Disability Employment Awareness Month) event on October 17. At 5 p.m., Fleming will light up its campuses and employment services offices in purple lights to inspire conversations about inclusive employment practices and the empowerment of individuals with disabilities.
Led by the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN), this one-day, nationwide event aims to raise awareness about the importance of disability inclusion in the workplace and celebrate the contributions of individuals with disabilities in our communities. Fleming College invites municipalities, businesses, and organizations to join in this initiative by lighting up landmarks, buildings, and offices, and sharing messages of support.
“We’re proud to be participating in this important initiative and encourage all businesses and organizations in our community to ‘light it up’ on October 17,” said Kate McIntosh, Vice President, Student Experience at Fleming. “Fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive enriches both our campus and the broader workforce.”
To participate in Light It Up! For NDEAM and other related events happening in October, visit flemingemploymenthub.ca/NDEAM.
About Muskoka-Kawarthas Employment Services
Muskoka-Kawarthas Employment Services (MKES), a division of Fleming College, is the Service System Manager (SSM) for employment services in City of Kawartha Lakes, District of Muskoka, County of Haliburton, Northumberland County, and Peterborough City and County. Serving both job seekers and employers, MKES assists its communities with locally responsive employment programs and services, with a goal to remove systemic barriers for clients and improve overall job retention. By creating more opportunities for sustainable employment, MKES aims to build prosperity within our communities and contribute to a strong regional economy that benefits everyone. Muskoka-Kawarthas Employment Services is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
For more information:
Asher Lurie
Director, Communications, Fleming College
asher.lurie@flemingcollege.ca
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