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Autism: An Employer's Perspective

The Autsim Society of America-Oakland County Chapter has developed the following video which features the employer perspective on hiring and working with a person with Autism. This video features Liz Priebe’s real life story of her son Jonathan’s employment journey. Jonathan Priebe and his supervisor Mike Quinn were featured in a short video telling the story of Jonathan’s successful employment with Grosse Pointe Public Schools. For the full video transcript, visit the transcript page.

“Look at My Ability”

The Oregon Business Leadership Network and the Oregon Business Plan developed a new 2˝ minute on-line video titled “Look At My Ability”. The video features brief testimonies from several Oregonians with disabilities who describe the work ethic and skills represented by this largely untapped labor pool.

 

Business Matters Newsletter

DRS' quarterly business newsletter contains up-to-date information on trends and issues influencing today's business world. Articles cover topics such as workforce diversity, assistive technology, disability awareness, and other tips that help companies effectively hire, accommodate and communicate with individuals with disabilities.

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