Policy
As an innovator, educator, and advocate, Melwood is passionate about sharing its knowledge and expertise to expand and grow disability employment. We are committed to supporting full independence of people with disabilities in the community.
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Disabilities in the workplace
Melwood is committed to advocating for policies and practices that support the success of people with disabilities in the workforce in a wide array of fields. This includes ending practices like the payment of subminimum wages, improving access to financial tools, and embracing accessible practices.
AbilityOne reform
Melwood is committed to modernizing and expanding the AbilityOne program, an economic driver that supports American prosperity and the largest source of employment for people with disabilities in the country. AbilityOne delivers significant value to the government and the American people, ensuring we are getting superior quality at the best possible return on investment. It helps people who would rely on government benefits become self-sufficient taxpayers.
Supporting DSP workforce
Direct Support Professionals are the lifeblood of the disability community, helping to ensure Americans with disabilities can pursue a life of their choosing. Yet, this critical workforce faces massive staffing shortages and an earnings crisis. Melwood is committed to ensuring these dedicated professionals have what they need to flourish and succeed.
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Melwood is committed to ensuring the voices of people with disabilities are represented in the halls of Congress. To do that, we need to hear from you. Tell us what is important to you and what is impacting your daily life.
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Join our advocacy campaigns to address the direct support professional workforce crisis!
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