OVERVIEW
Because the words we use shape the way we think, when looking through the lens of the word “disabled,” we tend to think about what’s missing in a person. As a result, we often miss seeing the unique capabilities these people have. The goal of The Uniquely Abled Project is to shift the paradigm of thinking from “disabled” to “uniquely abled”.
Recognizing people as uniquely abled can make a significant difference in the lives of millions of people, in the cost of government, and in the ability of people and organizations to thrive. That’s why we are passionate about transforming the lives of uniquely abled through meaningful employment.
I’m looking to hire
I’d like to hire someone with a perfect match to a job opening I have.
The Future of CNC
Welcome to “The Future of CNC,” a video created by the Uniquely Abled Project.™ Hear from experienced Uniquely Abled Academy graduates working in computer numerical control careers and an employer to learn about the many advantages of hiring trained workers with autism for CNC jobs.
After watching, be sure to download the excellent Tip Sheet that summarizes the main ideas from the video. Click here to access the video with Descriptive Audio.
Sincerely,
Ivan M. Rosenberg
President, The Uniquely Abled Project®
Working with Uniquely Abled Employees
Welcome to Working With Uniquely Abled Employees” a video created by the Uniquely Abled Project®. This informative video can help you create an autism-friendly workplace in the computer numerical control (CNC) industry or any other. Graduates of the Uniquely Abled Academy and an experienced employer share tips for managers so that employees with autism can become productive members of any team.
After watching, be sure to download the excellent Tip Sheet that summarizes the main ideas from the video. Click here to access the video with Descriptive Audio.
Sincerely,
Ivan M. Rosenberg
President, The Uniquely Abled Project®
DONATIONS
Why You Should Donate
Please donate to The Uniquely Abled Project to spread the word of “uniquely abled,” support the establishment and operation of additional Uniquely Abled Academies and Uniquely Abled Jobs programs, and develop critical resources.
UAP in the News
2022 MEAF Grant
We are delighted to announce that the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation has awarded a $200,000 two-year grant to help The UAP expand its organizational capacity. The funding will enable The UAP to pay dedicated personnel to carry out the many duties involved in the expansion effort. In addition, the funding will be used to publicize the program and create specialized resources to help communities start their own UAAs.
Graduation of COC's 3rd Cohort
On the afternoon of April 8, 2022, ten students with autism graduated from the Uniquely Abled Academy at the College of the Canyons (Santa Clarita, CA), a program which teaches young adults with autism to be entry-level CNC machinists. Within the first 2 weeks after graduating, 8 out of 10 students were extended job offers.
The Uniquely Abled Academy
Specialized Training and Placement in the Manufacturing Industry
In 16 weeks a Uniquely Abled Academy teaches young adults with autism to be entry-level CNC operators and provides job placement support.
Watch this video to learn more about the Uniquely Abled Academy at College of the Canyons!
Looking for a specialized career in a high demand vocation?
The Uniquely Abled Academy teaches individuals with high functioning autism the skills needed to become CNC machine operators
Looking for a qualified, trained CNC operator with unique abilities and skills?
The Uniquely Abled Academy provides competency-based skills training needed to become a CNC machine operator
The Uniquely Abled Job Program
Job Placement that Matches the Inherently Unique Skill-Set of the Uniquely Abled
The Uniquely Abled Jobs program matches men and women to jobs that do not require specialized training, but are a perfect fit for their unique skillset. Typically these are repetitive tasks, tasks with objective process instructions, where they typically work alone.
Looking for a meaningful job that doesn’t require prior training?
Looking to have your repetitive jobs performed in an excellent manner?
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