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Matthew Shapiro, Founder and CEO
Welcome to the Connector Newsletter! Let’s jump right into issue 2. The third quarter presented us many new opportunities and connections.
I couldn't be more pleased to have become an Advisory Board member for TruFit Adaptive Fitness as we work to further the mission of providing affordable and effective adaptive health and wellness solutions!
We also had an interview with Social Hire's Tony Restel on making your business more inclusive Check out the video here.
I presented at the Greater Richmond Association for Commercial Real Estate (GRACRE) breakfast regarding the recently completed General Assembly building project. Read all about it in our most recent blog here.
In July we celebrated DisabilityPrideMonth, honoring individuals with disabilities in a series of posts and videos highlighting individuals with disabilities, their accomplishments, and their societal influence.
6Wheels was also featured in an animated video in a Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services' (DARS) “No Wrong Door” project. Check it out!
Looking ahead, we will be celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October. We are currently booking appointments with organizations and business to work with them on creating more disability friendly environments as well as recruiting and retaining persons with disabilities. Find out more here.
Until next time, keep an eye on our social media platforms for up-to-date happenings with 6 Wheels. We’ll see you next quarter.
Hot Disability Topics In The News
In each issue, we provide important stories from around the web that impact disability rights and inclusion. This issue’s articles are provided courtesy of Disability Scoop. Your first two articles are free.
Connection Spotlight On…
Liveability Initiative. Matthew has recently joined Liveability as the new Relationship Manager. In this capacity, he will manage relationships between Liveability and their clients.
Liveability is a 501(c)(3) organization that works to improve accessibility for the disabled. Based in Richmond, VA, they are currently focusing on making Richmond the most livable city on the map. Their long-term goal is to expand their efforts to the wider world.
Whether through an accident, illness, genetics, or age, we all face accessibility issues at some point in our lives. We believe everyone has the right to move freely through the world – to be an active participant in society regardless of age or ability.
What Is Livability?
Livability is a measurement of how accessible public and private environments are to everyone. It’s grounded on a fundamental truth – access to society is a basic human right.
Every month there are many dates that shine a light on a host of disability awareness initiatives. A few highlights include:
Get in touch with us anytime. Click here: Matthew Shapiro