Maria Clara De Araujo Takes the Helm as Vice President of Contract Operations at Didlake #United_States #Manassas #AbilityOne #Didlake #Maria_Clara_De_Araujo
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Maria Clara De Araujo Takes the Helm as Vice President of Contract Operations at Didlake #United_States #Manassas #AbilityOne #Didlake #Maria_Clara_De_Araujo
The graphic features a dark blue background with a faint image of a smiling person wearing glasses and a knitted sweater. At the top, the BDI logo appears in the right corner. Large centered text reads “AbilityOne” followed by the message “The average wage for AbilityOne employees in FY24 was $18.58 per hour, not including benefits.” Thin teal and pink accent lines appear along the top left and bottom right edges of the design.
The AbilityOne workforce earned an average wage of $18.58 per hour in 2024.
BDI helps federal agencies connect with motivated and highly skilled candidates and strengthen their teams.
Learn more: bobbydodd.org
#DisabilityEmployment #AbilityOne
SourceAmerica Honors Finalists for 2026 Achievement Awards Recognizing Disability Employment Impact #United_States #Vienna #SourceAmerica #AbilityOne #DisabilityEmployment
The image shows a man with short dark hair and glasses wearing a black polo shirt with the BDI logo. He is seated against a white and navy blue background with colorful circular design elements. On the right side of the image, text reads: “You’ll find support, you’ll make friends, and you’ll surprise yourself with what you can accomplish.” Below the quote, additional text reads: “Robert Nagel, Bobby Dodd Institute.”
Robert’s 17-year career in the IRS mailroom began with a single opportunity through BDI and AbilityOne.
Today, he credits that job with giving him stability, confidence, and community.
Read his full story here: bobbydodd.org/how-meaningf...
#DisabilityEmployment #AbilityOne #WorkforceDevelopment
The image features a light background with colorful circular accents in teal, magenta, and gray. Centered near the top, a large navy-blue semicircle contains white text that reads, “DID YOU KNOW?” Below it, gray text states, “The AbilityOne Program supports national security through critical military supplies and base operations.” The Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) logo appears in the upper right corner, featuring a circular green and blue design beside the text “BDI Advancing the Possibilities.”
The AbilityOne Program strengthens national security through essential products and services, while providing employment opportunities for thousands of people with disabilities.
Partner with for impact that strengthens both people and purpose: bobbydodd.org
#AbilityOne #DisabilityEmployment
A woman with long reddish-brown hair smiles at the camera.Text reads: “This has been an awesome journey, and I want others to know they can do it too.” Below it: Jamie Miranda, Bobby Dodd Institute. The BDI logo appears in the top right corner.
The right support can change everything.
Jamie’s story with Bobby Dodd Institute shows how flexibility and encouragement at work help people thrive.
Read her inspiring journey here: bobbydodd.org/the-right-su...
#Employment #AbilityOne #BDI
Dark blue graphic with white and teal text. The title reads “AbilityOne.” Below it, the text says: “The AbilityOne Program creates jobs for people with disabilities through federal contracts that support government and military operations.” The BDI logo appears in the top right corner.
The AbilityOne Program helps people with disabilities build meaningful careers through federal contracts that power U.S. government and military operations.
BDI partners with employers to expand access to these opportunities.
Reach out to us at bobbydodd.org to learn more.
#AbilityOne #Access
An infographic titled “8 Facts about the AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program began in 1938. It provides jobs for more than 39,000 people with disabilities, including 2,500 veterans. The program operates nationwide, pays an average of $18.58 per hour, and returns $2.66 for every dollar spent. It also supports U.S. military readiness.
These 8 facts show how the AbilityOne Program builds opportunity for people with disabilities across America.
Employers, connect with BDI to explore how equitable hiring strengthens teams and communities.
#AbilityOne #Equity #BDI #WorkforceDevelopment
Celebrating 80 Years of Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities in America #USA #Vienna #SourceAmerica #AbilityOne #NDEAM
Infographic featuring Mary Williams from Bobby Dodd Institute. Text reads: “Mary’s role allows her the flexibility to sit or stand as her back requires.” Mary is smiling, wearing glasses and a black BDI jacket.
Mary’s role gives her the flexibility she needs, and a sense of purpose she values.
We are honored to share her story.
💻 Read her full journey on our website blog.
#DisabilityEmployment #AbilityOne #BDI
Infographic with the title “Did You Know?” It states: In FY24, the average AbilityOne employee wage was $18.58 per hour not including benefits.
In FY24, AbilityOne employees earned an average of $18.58 per hour.
At BDI, we believe fair pay creates independence and stability.
We are proud to help people with disabilities access meaningful jobs.
#AbilityOne #FairWages #DisabilityEmployment
SourceAmerica's 2025 Advocacy Conference: Empowering Employment for Disabled Individuals #United_States #Washington,_D.C. #SourceAmerica #AbilityOne #DisabilityEmployment
Five bullet points with green checkmarks list key benefits of AbilityOne Program: Creates jobs for people who are blind or have significant disabilities through federal contracts; Employs 40,000+ Americans with disabilities across nearly 600 nonprofit agencies nationwide; Saves taxpayer money while delivering high-quality goods and services to government; Builds job skills and provides pathways to competitive employment; Supports national security through critical military supplies and base operations.
AbilityOne delivers results: 40,000+ jobs, career pathways, taxpayer savings, and support for national security.
👉 See the infographic for the highlights.
#AbilityOne #DisabilityEmployment
Navy banner at top reads "WHAT IS" in white text. Main white section displays "AbilityOne" in navy blue text, followed by descriptive paragraph: "A pathway to opportunity. AbilityOne helps people with disabilities build careers, earn competitive wages, and contribute to their communities through federal contracting work."
What is AbilityOne?
A program that creates jobs for people with disabilities through federal contracts.
Building careers, wages, and stronger communities. 💪
Learn more 👉 www.bobbydodd.org
#AbilityOne #OpportunityForAll
A smiling woman wearing glasses and a black BDI jacket stands against a white background with colorful circles. Text on the image reads: “The job is more than a paycheck. ‘It’s a ministry.’” Below the quote, it says Mary Williams, Bobby Dodd Institute. The BDI logo appears in the top right corner.
After a serious back injury, Mary Williams rebuilt her confidence and discovered a new path through BDI.
She now works at Fort Benning and calls her role “a ministry” because it gives her purpose and a way to serve her community.
Read Mary’s story: bobbydodd.org/when-you-fin...
#AbilityOne #BDI
Statistics slide showing 63% - the number of working-age people with disabilities who are unemployed. AbilityOne is changing that.
Did you know 63% of working-age people with disabilities are unemployed?
AbilityOne is creating change by connecting more than 39,000 employees with meaningful work.
We help companies partner with this workforce and strengthen their teams.
#AbilityOne #BDI #WorkforceSolutions
Four-slide overview: Title 'The Hidden Workforce Powering America,' followed by AbilityOne as America's largest disability employer with 39,000+ workers, their role strengthening American manufacturing, and mission-critical services from military supplies to office essentials.
39,000+ people with disabilities are powering America’s economy through the AbilityOne Program
ROI? Up to $4.40 for every $1 spent
Impact? From military uniforms to fleet services
👉 Partner with us to unlock talent that drives results.
#AbilityOne #BDI #FutureOfWork
Myth-busting slide: Shows common misconception that employees with disabilities hurt productivity, followed by fact that AbilityOne workers consistently deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions for government and industry.
Myth: People with disabilities can’t keep up
Fact: 39,000+ employees in AbilityOne are powering America’s workforce every day.
👉 Partner with us and see the results for yourself.
#AbilityOne #BDI #FutureOfWork
Infographic titled "DID YOU KNOW?" in white text on a dark blue semicircle. Main text states: "AbilityOne is not just accessibility, it is smart business. For every $1 invested, companies see an average $2.66 return, with potential ROI as high as $4.40. Creating opportunities drives growth, impact, and long-term value."
Opportunity is ROI.
For every $1 invested in AbilityOne, companies see an average $2.66 return, with ROI reaching $4.40.
Smart leaders know this is not charity. It is strategy.
👉 Is your company ready?
#AbilityOne #Accessibility #WorkforceEquity
ID: Graphic with the text “Did You Know?” in large white letters on a dark blue semicircle. Below, smaller text reads: “AbilityOne operates in 1,000+ locations, across 40 federal agencies in all 50 U.S. states, plus Guam and Puerto Rico.
AbilityOne is everywhere you need to be
✅ 1,000+ locations
✅ 40 federal agencies
✅ All 50 states, plus Guam and Puerto Rico
Partner with us to create more inclusive workplaces.
#AbilityOne #DisabilityInclusion
ID: A graphic with the text "45,000" in large white numbers inside a navy blue half-circle. Below, text explains that 45,000 jobs have been created nationwide through the AbilityOne Program, connecting employers with skilled professionals who are blind or have a disability.
AbilityOne connects employers with skilled professionals who are blind or have significant disabilities.
Stronger teams. Greater impact.
Message us to learn more.
#AbilityOne #EmploymentEquity #Accessibility
NIB Hiring Program Director, Business Operations Support – Earn Up to $118K/Yr! 📍 Alexandria...
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Cherokee Federal Honored with SourceAmerica Business Partnership Award for Inclusivity #USA #Tulsa #GCE #Cherokee_Federal #AbilityOne