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  • Illustration of an iceberg, with a fork, sandwich and clock set to noon. There is text: Training Innovation Project Learn at Lunch

    Learn at Lunch: Strengthening the Workforce—The Business Case for Hiring and Retaining Qualified People with Disabilities

    Presenters: Johnny Collette and Laurie Mays Learning Objectives Describe the workforce participation gap for people with disabilities and its implications for employers and workforce systems. Summarize the evidence supporting the business case for hiring and retaining qualified employees with disabilities. Identify employer practices, workplace strategies, partnerships, and resources that support the recruitment, hiring, retention, and […]

  • Illustration of two people sitting at a table with speech bubbles. There is text: Training Innovation Project Talk with TIP

    Talk with TIP: Driving Employment Outcomes Through Innovation and Partnership_Session 1

    The Training Innovation Project (TIP) presents a four-part Talk with TIP listening and strategy series designed to engage vocational rehabilitation professionals in identifying, prioritizing, and addressing the most pressing challenges impacting competitive integrated employment outcomes. Findings will inform TIP’s year-two professional development activities. Continuing Education Units (CRCs) and SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) will be […]

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    Talk with TIP: Driving Employment Outcomes Through Innovation and Partnership_Session 2

    The Training Innovation Project (TIP) presents a four-part Talk with TIP listening and strategy series designed to engage vocational rehabilitation professionals in identifying, prioritizing, and addressing the most pressing challenges impacting competitive integrated employment outcomes. Findings will inform TIP’s year-two professional development activities. Continuing Education Units (CRCs) and SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) will be […]

  • Illustration of an iceberg, with a fork, sandwich and clock set to noon. There is text: Training Innovation Project Learn at Lunch

    Learn at Lunch: Services Available from Vocational Rehabilitation to Support Businesses and Employees

    Presenter: Ryan Henson Learning Objective Learn about the specific benefits and services provided to employers and employees through the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Employer Services Branch. Biography Ryan Henson is a 22-year employee with the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and has served in a variety of roles including Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, […]

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    Talk with TIP: Driving Employment Outcomes Through Innovation and Partnership_Session 3

    The Training Innovation Project (TIP) presents a four-part Talk with TIP listening and strategy series designed to engage vocational rehabilitation professionals in identifying, prioritizing, and addressing the most pressing challenges impacting competitive integrated employment outcomes. Findings will inform TIP’s year-two professional development activities. Continuing Education Units (CRCs) and SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) will be […]

  • Illustration of a group of people sitting around a table with speech bubbles above them, representing discussion and idea sharing. There is text: Training Innovation Project Communities of Practice

    Communities of Practice: Training Innovation Project

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    Communities of Practice (COP) are groups of people who come together because they care about improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Members share ideas, solve problems, build skills, and create practical tools that support competitive integrated employment.   The COP is meant to grow naturally over time and will eventually be led by its […]

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    Talk with TIP: Driving Employment Outcomes Through Innovation and Partnership_Session 4

    The Training Innovation Project (TIP) presents a four-part Talk with TIP listening and strategy series designed to engage vocational rehabilitation professionals in identifying, prioritizing, and addressing the most pressing challenges impacting competitive integrated employment outcomes. Findings will inform TIP’s year-two professional development activities. Continuing Education Units (CRCs) and SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) will be […]

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    Workforce & Employer Engagement Summit (Virtual)

    The TIP inaugural Workforce & Employer Engagement Summit will be held virtually. This event will bring partners together to share lessons learned, strengthen employer partnerships, and explore practical tools that can be adapted across settings. More details coming soon! Registration is now open. Register for the Summit