I AM DISABLITY JOB FAIR
In 2023, PRIDE Industries held our first annual job fair for people with disabilities in the Sacramento region. We expected 200 job seekers to attend, and more than 600 came. Twenty-two major employers participated in this unprecedented event.
Because job seekers said…
- This allowed me to interact with people, which I love. My passion is to relate with people, and this job fair allowed me to do that. My passion is to work with people and make a difference.
- Having a job fair geared toward people with disabilities gave me the confidence to attend. I felt very accepted at this job fair.
- I was a little intimidated but jumped right into it and made great connections.
Proceeds from sponsors and participating employers were donated to the PRIDE Industries’ I AM ABLE Employment Helpline which works to connect people with disabilities with the services and support they need to navigate a path to meaningful employment. The Helpline has answered more than 4,000 calls, creating more than 125 jobs, resulting in more than $3,000,000 in salaries since inception in 2001 all thanks to our generous donors like you.
OUR HISTORY
In 1966, a group of parents came together to discuss how to create employment opportunities for their adult children with disabilities. These parents—true pioneers of the modern inclusivity movement—came up with a solution that enabled their children to experience the dignity, independence, and sense of purpose that comes with employment. That solution was PRIDE Industries.
Our mission is to create employment for people with disabilities and, as the leading employer of people with disabilities, it is our vision to inspire and accomplish an inclusive world where people of all abilities have equal access to achieve their employment goals. From this vision, PRIDE Industries promotes the following values, which are the core of who we are as a company: Inclusion, Social Impact, Respect, and Innovation.
OUR SERVICES
PRIDE Industries has led the industry in person-centered vocational rehabilitation, training, support services, and employment opportunities for people with disabilities—both visible and invisible. We designed proprietary, ground-breaking training/employment programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Veterans Employment Advantage Program addresses the unique needs of wounded veterans entering the civilian workforce. Our foster youth liaisons guide former foster youth through coaching and training for career success. And our unique I AM ABLE Employment Helpline connects people with disabilities and barriers to employment in California with the support services and employment opportunities they need to contribute to their communities.
Our Foundation was named in honor of former PRIDE Industries’ CEO Michael Ziegler, who dedicated his career to promoting a work environment where people of all abilities can thrive. 100% of your contributions are used to directly support employment opportunities for people with disabilities or barriers to employment.
If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, call our Helpline at (844) I-AM-ABLE (844-426-2253) or visit IAMABLEHelpline.com.