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  • November 2, 2018 News

      Back in 2000, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce surveyed our business community in order to understand what challenges they were facing. We heard overwhelmingly that organizations and businesses were struggling to find people with the correct skill sets to ...

  • October 16, 2018 News

      A cross country runner in Oregon broke down in tears when he was surprised with the news that he will become the first professional Nike athlete in history with cerebral palsy. The moment Justin Gallegos, 20, got the news ...

  • October 11, 2018 News

      Thanks to all the sponsors, committee members, staff, and donors for making MDI’s 3rd annual Ability Bash a smashing success! 78 New Donors 49 New In-Kind Donors 1 New Sponsor …and together we raised $89,515! Your support helped advanced the career opportunities for people with disabilities. It ...

  • October 3, 2018 News

      A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of ...

  • October 3, 2018 News

      A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of ...

  • September 28, 2018 News

    A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of their ...

  • September 28, 2018 News

    A workforce that empowers everyone is good for job seekers as well as job creators. Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates all about the value of a workforce inclusive of their ...

  • September 27, 2018 News

      October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and MDI will be featuring 31 individuals, one each day, in support.  All featured individuals play an important part in fostering a more inclusive workforce, one where every person is recognized for his or her ...

  • September 14, 2018 News

    MDI recognizes National Direct Support Professional Week September 9th – 15th. Staff members are crucial to supporting people with disabilities in the community. To recognize the accomplishments and contributions made by direct support professionals to the lives of people with ...

  • September 10, 2018 News

      You’re invited to MDI’s Ability Bash III, Party with a Purpose! At MDI we focus on abilities and strengths – and it pays off. Help us empower people with disabilities by providing career services: identifying skills and interests, job training, ...