Where all abilities work.
“Ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, has access to meaningful employment is not just a goal; it is a shared responsibility and a cornerstone of an inclusive workforce.” – Kevin Armstrong, Marketing & Trainer Director
Maryland Works is a statewide membership association of non-profit community agencies expanding employment opportunities for all people with disabilities.
Our members include non-profit community-based organizations and workforce development professionals committed to creating competitive integrated employment and economic opportunities for thousands of Marylanders with disabilities.
Our Mission & Vision:
Mission:
To promote economic and workforce development strategies that ensure full inclusion of individuals with disabilities.
Vision:
A Maryland where all people have equal access to employment, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity.
Workforce-First Philosophy
Our Workforce-First Philosophy means that we are a broad and diverse community of partners that share one goal: to create more equitable workforce opportunities for Marylanders with disabilities.
This umbrella of support unites for-profit business owners looking to build inclusive hiring practices, non-profit community service providers expanding their program reach, and state agencies working to meet workforce mandates with integrity and efficiency. No matter how you’re structured or where you sit in the economic ecosystem, Maryland Works functions as your employment expert.
Our Services Include:
- Professional Development: Cutting-edge classroom and online training, including CEU-eligible modules, designed to build the capacity of our member organizations and professionals.
- Public Policy, Education & Advocacy: Maryland Works is Maryland’s leading voice for expanding employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for people with disabilities, ensuring every Marylander has access to meaningful, integrated employment.
- Networking & Partnerships: Our training events and conferences bring members together to share best practices, connect with employers, and engage nationally recognized experts.
Our Programs:
Provider Network
Non-profit community-based organizations offering training, employment, and support services for people with disabilities. Members gain advocacy, training, and peer networking.
Non-profit CSPs
Employment Works Program
Coordinates contracting activity between the State of Maryland, Community Service Providers, and Disability-Owned Businesses, providing services and commodities to the State while creating competitive integrated employment.
CSPs & Disability-Owned Businesses