Board Chair
Disability:IN Wisconsin
From our Board Chair
Greetings, everyone! I'm Alyssa Ryanjoy, and it's a true honor to step into the role of Board Chair for Disability:IN Wisconsin.

I began volunteering with this incredible organization 5 years ago, witnessing its growing impact on advancing disability inclusion across our state. I want to express my gratitude for the dedication of everyone involved in this important work – our member organizations, volunteers, and participants in our programming.
 
As we embark on a new chapter, I am particularly thrilled about the energy and dedication Saul Newton brings as our new Executive Director. Collaborating closely with Saul over the past few months has been a privilege, and his unwavering passion for disability inclusion, coupled with a drive to amplify our impact in Wisconsin, is truly inspiring. Saul brings a wealth of experience in workplace inclusion, demonstrating a keen understanding of the needs of Wisconsin businesses and connecting leaders with the resources that yield tangible outcomes.
My own involvement in workplace disability inclusion traces back to 2016 at TruStage, where I co-founded the Allies for Disabilities Employee Resource Group. This group not only provided a supportive community for those of us with disabilities but also facilitated diverse learning experiences about the myriad ways disability impacts lives and the varying perspectives people hold. Through collaborative efforts, we made positive changes within our company, ranging from increased education and awareness to enhanced accessibility. It's gratifying to see many of my colleagues now actively engaged in this vital work, including volunteering with Disability:IN Wisconsin.
 
As we move forward into the coming year, I am enthusiastic about our collective efforts to advance this crucial mission. Your support and dedication are invaluable, and I look forward to working alongside each of you. Thank you for being part of this journey. ~Alyssa
Welcome our new Board Members
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American Family Insurance
2024 Programming Spotlight
Webinar for March 28 10-11am
Exploring Culture & Leadership in Disability Inclusion
Join us as we delve into the critical aspects of Culture & Leadership within the framework of the Disability Equality Index (DEI). Organizational culture serves as the bedrock for driving sustainable change and fostering an environment where all employees, regardless of ability, feel valued and empowered. Hear from leading experts in disability advocacy and workplace inclusion and learn valuable insights and actionable strategies for fostering a culture of disability equality within your organization.
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is an objective, reflective, forward-thinking, and confidential disability rating tool designed to assist business in advancing inclusion practices.

Now celebrating its 10th year, the Disability Equality Index has become the leading independent, third-party resource for the annual benchmarking of corporate disability inclusion policies and programs and is trusted by more than 70% of the Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500.
IN-Person Networking, Madison WI
March 19, 2024 3-6pm, TruStage Headquarters
Madison Meet-up at TruStage HQ
March 19 @ 3pm
Join us for our inaugural Madison Meetup networking event on Monday, March 19 at 3:00P.M. at TruStage headquarters in Madison.
This free event is an opportunity for Disability:IN Wisconsin members and local disability business leaders to connect with like-minded professionals, employers, advocates, and business leaders dedicated to fostering diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility in Wisconsin's workforce.
Subscribe to our new ERG/BRG Activities
The community of ERG/BRG members and leaders is valued by our member businesses. In 2024 we are increasing our support in three ways:

  1. Join our ERG/BRG Community on LinkedIN
  2. Subscribe to the monthly dedicated ERG/BRG Newsletter
  3. Register for the March 20 Networking Event
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