Disability Employment Awareness…Why a Month?
This blog post was originally posted on the Walking Spirit blog on October 13, 2023, in support of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). (Image Description: Jeremy Warriner, a bi-lateral above knee amputee stands on two prosthetic legs with the aid...
Celebrating Global Diversity Awareness Month
October is a special month for those who advocate for a world that values and celebrates diversity. It’s the month when Global Diversity Awareness Month is observed, and it couldn’t come at a more opportune time. Understanding, appreciating, and embracing...
Q3 Employee Resource Group Update
In the past three months, DirectEmployers’ Employee Resource Group (ERG) has continued to thrive while breaking new ground, and pushing the boundaries of what we can achieve together. We’ve experienced remarkable growth in participation, contributed to our...
Celebrating Disability Inclusion: DE Members Score High on the 2023 Disability Equality Index
July is Disability Pride Month – a time not only for individuals with disabilities to embrace and celebrate who they are, but for allies to show their continued support. As an association, we are proud to be comprised of hundreds of employers who go the extra mile to...
Celebrating Disability Pride Month
July is a month of celebration and reflection as we come together to honor Disability Pride Month. This celebration is a time to expand the visibility of the disability community, combat negative views, and acknowledge the community’s challenges. Disability...
DE Talk Unplugged: Moving Off the DEIB “Treadmill” & Onto Progressive Change
In the season four closer of the DE Talk podcast, we shared a special conversation that took place at DirectEmployers 2023 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAMcon23) in Chicago, back in mid-April. Live on stage, our podcast host Candee Chambers moderated a fireside...
Celebrating 6 Months of Employee Resource Group Highlights: Empowering Diversity & Inclusion
Over the past six months, our Employee Resource Group (ERG) has been on an incredible journey, fostering a culture of inclusivity and engagement within our company. With a remarkable 50% or more participation in each meeting, we have become a thriving community that...
Bridging the Generational Gap at Work
In early June, DirectEmployers had the opportunity to sponsor a trueU Leadership Summit focusing on the topic of generational differences at work and in life. Taking place at the Indianapolis Colts training facility, nine DE and Recruit Rooster team members had the...