We're asking for equalization. Create a financial plan for employment and employability opportunities that matches persons with disabilities with other equity groups. Such a plan must span youth to older workers and provide for internships and flexible experience in linking persons with disabilities with the business community.
And finally, we ask that programs and policies recognize the unique needs and the unique journey that an individual with a disability goes through from the onset of that disability to the time he or she is ready, willing, and able to enter the workforce. Every individual is different, and it's not a quick fix. For some people it may take years.
Thank you.