Illinois Extension staff members are interested in understanding more about neurodiversity and neurodivergence. We work in teams and communities that value differences. As we continue to think creatively, work collaboratively, and make positive impacts in local communities, we have to remain...
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). During this time each year, we celebrate the talents, values, contributions, and achievements of workers with disabilities in the workplace and the economy. Persons...
I have been tracking news articles that focus on aging and age discrimination over the past year. Some headline themes include stereotypes, institutional ageism, generation gaps, signs of ageism in the workplace, and new research on aging – among others. These headline themes are often juxtaposed...
Illinois Extension work is impactful and ever-changing. The professional staff and volunteers who lead this work are essential to our organization’s strengths. Extension’s placement in our local communities offers a uniqueness that allows us to engage in collaborative relationships, while...
