White Cane Awareness Day: October 15

Hand drawn doodle of: White cane awareness day

Every year on October 15th, the world celebrates White Cane Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the achievements of individuals who are blind or visually impaired, and to raising awareness about the importance of the white cane as a tool for independence and mobility. 

Practice Your Earthquake Preparedness Plan on October 17

Earthquake Drill infographic: Drop, Cover, Hold On. ShakeOut.org

This year, The Great ShakeOut will take place on October 19. Whether you participate in a drill at home, school, or work, it’s a perfect time to review your emergency preparedness plan and ensure you have the tools and knowledge to protect yourself during an earthquake.

Disability Employment Awareness Month

Access to Good Jobs for All - National Disability Awareness Month, with photos of people with disabilities in different jobs.

October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM), a time to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce. Established by the U.S. Congress in 1945 as National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week, this month-long observance has evolved to focus on the vast potential that individuals with all types of disabilities bring to their […]