15th Annual MD Works Employment Awards Luncheon

Sponsor the Maryland Works 15th Annual Employment Awards

Maryland Works' 15th Annual Employment Awards Luncheon honors and celebrates the employment and entrepreneurial accomplishments of individuals with disabilities. The event, scheduled for Monday, September 30th, will once again take place at MD Live! Casino & Hotel. Sponsorship options are now open at the link below!

https://events.mdworks.com/15thAnnualEmploymentAwardsLuncheon#/sponsors?lang=en

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Maryland Works' Annual Employment Awards Luncheon honors and celebrates the employment and entrepreneurial accomplishments of individuals with disabilities. The event, scheduled for Monday, September 30th, will once again take place at MD Live! Casino & Hotel. Last year's event featured special guests such as Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, Comptroller Brooke Lierman, Senator Cory McCray and others. This year we are expecting around 400 attendees from across Maryland.

In October, we recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and equal opportunities in the workforce. As service providers and workforce professionals, it is crucial that we remain committed to fostering true inclusivity and providing opportunities for all individuals. The Employment Awards Luncheon not only serves as a platform to celebrate our collective successes but also raises awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, setting the stage for future workforce efforts. This event will showcase individuals and organizations that have excelled in overcoming obstacles in employment and self-sufficiency.

Significant progress has been made in improving workforce conditions and entrepreneurial opportunities for people with disabilities but, there is still much work to be done. People with disabilities continue to face high levels of inequity, leading to unemployment and underemployment. We encourage you to continue changing the perception of ability.

Join us at MD LIVE! on September 30th, dressed in your best business professional attire as we celebrate the achievements of those who have broken barriers and made significant contributions to the workforce. We look forward to seeing you there!

Maryland Works' Annual Employment Awards Luncheon has become Maryland's premier event to recognize and celebrate the employment and entrepreneurial achievements of people with disabilities. The event also emphasizes the importance of a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce.

This year's event will be held on Monday, October 30th, at a new venue, MD Live! Casino & Hotel. Last year was the first time the event was held since 2019 and it was attended by more than 300 people from all over the state.

In October we observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month. As community service providers and workforce professionals it is imperative that we focus our efforts on being truly inclusive and providing opportunities to all. The Employment Awards Luncheon not only provides an opportunity to celebrate successes achieved through our collective efforts; it also raises awareness to the barriers faced by individuals with a disability and sets the stage for future workforce efforts. This year's event, themed "The Breaking Barriers Masquerade", will highlight individuals and organizations that have done an exceptional job of overcoming and conquering obstacles in the areas of employment and self-sufficiency.

Great strides have been achieved in workforce conditions and business ownership opportunities among people with disabilities, but we still have much work to do. People with disabilities continue to experience some of the highest levels of inequity, which lead to unemployment and underemployment. So, to that point join us at MD LIVE! with your best business attire and masquerade mask on October 30. We are looking forward to seeing you there!!!

Register For The 14th Annual Awards Luncheon

October 30, 2023
Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland

Morning Check-in: 8:30 am - 9:00 am
Morning Session: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Luncheon Check-in: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Awards Luncheon: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Keynote Speaker
Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller

We are thrilled to announce that Lt. Governor Aruna Miller will be the keynote speaker at this year's MD Works Employment Awards on October 30th!

Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller is the second woman to serve in this role, and the first woman of color and immigrant elected to statewide office in Maryland.

Born in India, Lieutenant Governor Miller and her family immigrated to the United States when she was 7 years old. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Lt. Governor Miller has devoted her life to public service and removing systemic barriers to opportunity. Join us and Lieutenant Governor Miller as we recognize the incredible achievements of our community in the field of employment and honor those who have made a difference.

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This project is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of the financial assistance award totaling $1,258,085 with 100% funding by ACL/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.