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Catch Up with Our Disability Awareness Players

03/15/23 - Accessibility in Public, advocacy, Disability Awareness Players, Disability-Aware Businesses, Education, Independence, Inspiring People, JJ's List Fun, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy, Social Enterprise - 0 Comments

This month, we caught up with our Disability Awareness Players. We asked them about accessibility in their communities, recent achievements and about their hobbies. Read on to learn more!

How have public places, in general, more become accessible over the years?

Brian: Over the years, public places… Read More >

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Reflections and Goals

02/28/23 - advocacy, Education, Independence, Inspiring People, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy - 0 Comments

We asked our participants throughout our Adult Learning Programs to reflect on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and new things that they would like to learn in 2023.

Read their responses below!

What does Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) mean to you?

Pam: Diversity means people of different…

Black History Month Recap

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By Martina Conley, Community Life Coordinator

Black History Month is a time to reflect on and celebrate the trials and triumphs of African Americans in the United States. We kicked off the celebration with a focus on Black hair. Pam S.B presented a lunch and learn educating…

Introducing Pam S-B. as our 2023 ComEd Energy Ambassador

01/31/23 - advocacy, Employment, Events, Independence, Inspiring People, JJ's List Fun, Self-Advocacy - 0 Comments

Congratulations to Pam S-B. for joining the ComEd Energy Force Ambassador program! Pam will be our 2023 ComEd Energy Ambassador here at Search.

The ComEd Energy Force Ambassador Program teaches the community about energy efficiency and solar options. Events are hosted and attended throughout the year…

JJ’s List 2022 Recap

This past year, we were thrilled to resume in-person trainings, continue our momentum with virtual offerings and welcome new Disability Awareness Players. As we are nearing the end of the year, we would like to pause and thank our community for their continued support as…

2023 Will Be an Exciting Year for Pace Riders

New UZURV and taxi options, new low-cost passes, free transfers – and electric buses are coming too!

Edward Madden – Pace Suburban Bus

For riders able to utilize the more convenient, last minute travel option of regular fixed bus routes, Pace is offering new low-cost passes and…

Giving Tuesday 2022 Logo Spotlight

11/29/22 - advocacy, Events, Independence, Inspiring People, JJ's List Fun, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy - 0 Comments

Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity and giving back. This year’s theme at Search is centered on togetherness.

We interviewed Abby S., the Visibility Artist that designed Search’s Giving Tuesday 2022 logo! Hear from Abby:

Q: How long have you been in Visibility Arts?

A: About…

Recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2022

10/28/22 - advocacy, disability awareness, Disability Employment and Housing, Disability-Aware Businesses, Employment, Employment, Guest Blogger, Inspiring People, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy - 0 Comments

By Sarah Meyerson, Career Services Coordinator at Search Inc.

Ghosts, Ghouls and Goblins, oh my! October is flying by fast but there’s nothing scary about NDEAM! This month isn’t just about tricks and treats, it’s also when we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).

This year’s…

5 Year Reflection: Visiting the Willis Tower

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In October 2018, Sarah, our Visibility Arts and Community Education Assistant, visited the Willis Tower. Now 5 years later, Sarah reflects on her experience.

Q: Do you have any reflections on your experience at the Willis Tower in 2018?

A: I still feel proud of what I…

Meet Sarah Armour, Community Education Assistant!

09/29/22 - advocacy, Business News, disability awareness, Disability Awareness Players, Disability Awareness Training, Employment, Good Web Finds, Hop on the Bus to Independence, Independence, Inspiring People, JJ's List Fun, jjslist.com, Press on JJ's List, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy, Social Enterprise, Uncategorized - 0 Comments

Meet Sarah Armour! Sarah has been an anchor in on our JJ’s List team for over 10 years in her position as the JJ’s List Business Assistant. She is also a Disability Awareness Player, providing training on disability awareness to businesses and other organizations. We…