Inclusive employment is more than a hiring practice—it’s a commitment to equity, opportunity, and belonging. In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re highlighting how organizations can put inclusion into action by creating equitable, competitive employment opportunities for people with disabilities. When we invest in access and belonging, everyone benefits.

In the disability sector, limited resources and competing priorities often push us into “either/or” thinking. But true inclusion isn’t about choosing one option over another—it’s about building a culture where collaboration, opportunity, and dignity coexist. This post explores how adopting a “both/and” mindset can strengthen partnerships, expand capacity, and create a more resilient ecosystem of support.

What started as a summer job as a camp counselor has grown into Centered Resources—a disability-led education and consulting firm shaped by the power of lived experience. From the beginning, my heart has been in building spaces of belonging, access, and opportunity. Today, we partner with organizations to design inclusive programs and professional communities where every voice is valued. I invite you to join us in centering lived experience as we elevate new ways to learn, lead, and work—together.