May 28, 2026
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP).
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) takes place annually in October, but organizations can start planning now! This year’s theme will once again be “Celebrating Value and Talent,” carrying the spirit of last year’s celebration forward through 2026 in honor of America’s 250th birthday.
“Americans with disabilities have been a part of our nation’s success from the very start. Beginning with our founding fathers, there are examples of how Americans with disabilities shaped our nation,” said Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Julie Hocker. “This year’s theme honors the value and talent of disabled Americans, past and present. Most importantly, though, it affirms our commitment to the future and full participation in the President’s Golden Age of America. At the U.S. Department of Labor under the leadership of Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling, we believe every worker should have the chance to work in skilled, high-demand jobs that lead to independence, economic self-sufficiency, and the American dream.”
The 2026 NDEAM poster will be available for order or download soon, including in a customizable format that allows organizations to insert their name or logo and, if desired, different photos. For more information, visit the NDEAM webpage.
News Source: dol.gov/agencies/odep/initiatives/ndeam
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