This year’s theme, “Celebrating 40 Years of Progressive Leadership,” acknowledges TASH’s 40 years of generating change within the disability community and anticipates a brighter, more inclusive future for people with disabilities in all aspects of life. Each year, the TASH Conference impacts the disability field by connecting attendees to innovative information and resources, facilitating connections between stakeholders within the disability movement, and helping attendees reignite their passion for an inclusive world.
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Project SEARCH? is a total immersion program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that takes place entirely at a host business over the course of nine months. Interns have the opportunity to complete three 10-12 week internships in a variety of departments. The Project SEARCH? program is unique in that it is business led, and built upon a model of effective collaboration between business, education, adult services, and vocational rehabilitation. With over 300 programs in 42 states and five countries, employment outcomes average nearly 70%. An overview of the model and outcome data will be presented. OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: a) Describe the value of business and multi-agency collaboration that leads to meaningful employment opportunities; b) Identify non-traditional jobs that are being performed by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; c) Summarize effective strategies for transition from school to work and adult day programs to work.
