Denver Disabilities Network

Since sustaining a paralyzing spinal cord injury in 2000, Tricia has become passionate about elevating the quality of life for individuals with disabilities within the Denver Community. In the past ten years she founded and directed a sports and fitness camp for female wheelchair users, has mentored newly injured patients through Craig Hospital and paved the way as a pioneed in the sport of paratriathlon, becoming the first female wheelchair racer to complete an Iron distance triathlon. She is a 2016 Paralympian and is currently training for Tokyo 2020. Tricia has masters degrees in both Sport Management and Disability Studies. Additionally, she published her memori in 2010 and in 2018 published her first fiction novel, staring a main character who has a disability. Tricia hopes to see more positive portrayals of individuals with disabilities in books, on TV and on the big screen.

Tricia Downing, Owner Redefining Able

Creating a more equitable environment through digital accessibility

So, you observed National Disability Employment Awareness Month…Now what?It’s nice to recognize and celebrate heritage months, but what comes next? Are you prepared to do the work it takes to enhance the lives of people with disabilities?We know that individuals with disabilities are less likely to be employed than those without (19.1 % vs. 63.7), and it takes more than a month of celebrations to change those statistics.As a result, this month we will talk about recruiting, hiring, and retaining people with disabilities. We’ll talk to individuals who are helping PWD get to work, preparing the next generation for professional careers, and educating employers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities.The Denver Disabilities Network is a quarterly event featuring speakers, workshops, and the sharing of best practices for disability inclusion. The goal is to bring together interested stakeholders from around the country. By highlighting the skills and talents of people with disabilities, an open discussion of the best practices and desired outcomes between all parties can take place.

Please join us on Thursday, November 10th from 11:00am-1:00pm Mountain Time.

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