Organizations around the nation are making a new commitment to embrace the concept of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the workplace (often shortened to “DEI”). But, there’s one important element of DEI that frequently is not addressed: and that’s a “D” for Disability. Alphapointe Manager of Donor Development & Community Relations Cheryl Rayburn recently addressed…
As part of the ongoing Volunteer Spotlight series, we checked in with volunteer Jessica Mumma on why she chooses to donate her time and energy to Alphapointe. Q&A with Jessica Tell us about you……… I was born and raised in Kansas City, most importantly in the “Northland” or “North of the River.” I am a…
United States President Donald Trump signed legislation today protecting the jobs of more than 2,000 people with disabilities across the nation, many of whom are veterans, including dozens who work at Alphapointe, the largest employer of blind/visually impaired people in both the Kansas City and the New York City metropolitan areas. President Trump signed H.R….