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A Resolution of the City Commission declaring Principles of Inclusion for all individuals with disabilities, and urging action by national, state and local governments, businesses and residential communities consistent with these principles.
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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which heightens awareness while recognizing the contributions of Americans with disabilities to both our workforce and our society.
The City of Coral Gables has proclaimed October as Americans with Disabilities Month in Coral Gables, in order to expand its commitment to raising awareness and acceptance of inclusion beyond the area of employment.
The theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month for 2021 is “America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion,” which reflects the importance of ensuring that people with disabilities have full access to employment and community involvement during the national recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City will be host its third “Adventure Day For All” event on October 23, 2021, in Salvadore Park. This family-friendly event is for all ages and will feature a resource fair, challenges, crafts, activities, and live entertainment with the theme of embracing people of all abilities. Adventure Day for All will coincide with the grand opening of the City’s first ever inclusive playground at Salvadore Park.
The City has proclaimed that October is Americans with Disabilities Month in Coral Gables, and renews its commitment to inclusion for all individuals with disabilities in the workforce and in society.