Brett Laza: Athlete and Advocate

Community EngagementAugust 2, 2018Blog

Person smiling, holding two gold medals with USA Games logos, wearing blue athletic shirt.

The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games were held earlier this summer in Seattle, Washington. The Games hosted more than 4,000 athletes and coaches in a week-long celebration of sports, acceptance, … Read More

Disability and Employment: A Success Story

Community EngagementJuly 24, 2018Blog

Five people standing in front of circular sign, smiling, wearing casual and semi-formal clothing.

This blog is the third installment in a series about disability employment, legislation, innovation, and community partnership. In the first installment, we examined the movement toward full inclusion of people … Read More

Disability and Employment: IRC Employment Specialists

Community EngagementJune 27, 2018Blog

Man in burgundy sweater sitting on bench, woman in blue-patterned top standing near tree.

This blog is the second installment in a series about disability employment, legislation, innovation, and community partnership. In the first installment, we examined the federal and state movements toward full … Read More

Disability and Employment: The Facts

Community EngagementJune 19, 2018Blog

Person in wheelchair using laptop, surrounded by digital symbols and abstract patterns.

This blog is the first installment in a series about disability employment, legislation, innovation, and community partnership. In this installment, we will discuss the state and local movements toward full … Read More

Breaking Down Social Barriers: Comic-Con Edition

Community EngagementAugust 24, 2017Blog

Three people dressed as Star Wars characters posing together at a crowded convention.

Finding a community based on a similar interest can lead to a nirvana of self-expression and self-realization. My name is Cody Williams and I share IRC’s goal of integrating individuals … Read More