Published Oct. 19,2020
The University of Louisiana Monroe Gerontology program is observing National Disability
Employment Awareness Month with the third Conference on Disability Advocacy from 1:30-4
p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 via Zoom.
WHAT: ULM Gerontology third Conference on Disability Advocacy
WHEN: 1:30-4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22
WHERE: Via Zoom
COST: Free
REGISTRATION: Email Dr. Anita Sharma for Zoom link, asharma@ulm.edu
Community leaders and major organizations that serve people with disabilities and
older adults will participate in the panel discussion on exploring and developing
employment opportunities for people with disabilities and older adults.
Gerontology program Director Anita Sharma, Ph.D., stated, “Now more than ever there
is a need to develop employment opportunities for older adults and people with disabilities
because the world is witnessing an exponential increase in the older population.
"Sadly, the COVID-19 pandemic took a significant toll on older adults and people with
underlying health problems. Along with high mortality rates due to the virus, older
adults and people with disabilities also experienced emotional and psychological trauma
due to the high rates of isolation and loneliness.”
Registration for this conference is free. To receive the Zoom link, please contact
Sharma at asharma@ulm.edu.
2020marks the 75th observance of NDEAM and the 30th anniversary of the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
The ADA is a landmark civil rights legislation that works to increase access and opportunity
for people with disabilities across society, including in the workplace. NDEAM celebrates
the contributions of workers with disabilities and raises awareness about the value
of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents.
