Ohio's Commitment to Disability Inclusion Highlighted at National Briefing

This week, OOD Director Kevin L. Miller represented Ohio at the National Governors Association's virtual briefing to introduce their new publication, State Government as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities: A Playbook for Governors.

Director Miller emphasized the significance of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's Executive Order 2019-03D, which established Ohio as a Disability Inclusion State and a Model Employer for Individuals with Disabilities.

The briefing showcased Ohio's proactive efforts to enhance career opportunities within state government for Ohioans with disabilities, particularly through the Ohio Vocational Apprentice Program.

Alongside Director Miller, Maryland and New York leaders discussed their best practices and lessons learned in implementing their Governors' visions for state government as a model employer.

Ultimately, this initiative reflects a shared commitment among states to foster disability inclusion and create a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities in the workforce.