"Making a Difference for Disabled Students": Madison City promotes active participation of disabled students in public administration roles
In the city of Madison, a significant effort is being made to create opportunities for people with disabilities and ensure representation in the workforce. Rebecca Hoyt, a coordinator for the INSPIRE Job Shadowing Program, is leading this initiative.
The INSPIRE program is designed for students with disabilities who are in high school or higher education. This program will host job shadows on October 29th, providing young people with an easy way to get their foot in the door to a potential career.
The INSPIRE program is a collaboration between the Department of Civil Rights and the Human Resources Department. It allows students to shadow and learn about different jobs in public service, offering a range of options through the variety of departments within the city.
Rebecca Hoyt, Disability Rights and Services Specialist, Department of Civil Rights, stated that they are able to host students interested in various fields such as IT, police, parks, Department of Civil Rights, public health, and fleet. Leah Reinardy, Occupational Accommodation Specialist with the City of Madison's Human Resources Department, explained that the program provides this variety to help students discover their interests and potential career paths.
Hoyt shared that seeing role models with the same disability being successful and happy helped open doors for her. She emphasised the importance of exploring things before committing to a career path. Reinardy further explained that the INSPIRE program is not just about letting people in who don't have opportunities, but also about creating those opportunities.
Past participants of the INSPIRE program have made meaningful connections and mentors. Hoyt also mentioned that spending one day exploring a career path through the INSPIRE program is very low risk.
Anyone who identifies as a person with a disability, and is a student who is high school age and above, can apply for the INSPIRE program. Applications for the INSPIRE program are open until October 17th. To apply, simply click the provided link.
Hoyt and Reinardy both agree that the INSPIRE program is an important step towards creating a more inclusive workforce in the city of Madison. By providing opportunities for students with disabilities, they are helping to break down barriers and open doors to a brighter future.
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