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The K.LisaYang and Hock E. Tan Institute on Employment and Disability housed within the ILR School at Cornell University conducts research and provides continuing education and technical assistance on many of the aspects of disability in the workplace.
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Don't miss this webinar!
Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder

#MentalHealth #DepressionAwareness #BipolarAwareness #MentalWellness

🗓 February 10, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/82
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February 3, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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YTI’s Senior Extension Associate, Kimberly J. Osmani, PhD, recently presented on the use of subminimum wage employment for people with disabilities at the initial meeting of the Oklahoma Rethinking Paying Subminimal Wage to Persons with ‎Disabilities Task Force. Contact us for customized trainings.
Kim Osmani presenting in the lower left of the screen. The History of 14(c) Certificates. Rethinking Paying Subminimal Wage to Persons with Disabilities Task Force. Kimberly J. Osmani, PhD, January 29, 2026. Cornell University logo, ILR School and Yang Tan Institute logos.
February 2, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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🌟 Join us for Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

#ExecutiveFunction
#Focus
#Attention
#Neurodiversity
🗓 February 26, 2026,
⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/83
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February 2, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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🌟 Join us for Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder

#MentalHealth #DepressionAwareness #BipolarAwareness #MentalWellness

🗓 February 10, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/82
Man looking at his reflection a mirror. Logos for the Yang-Tan Institute and the ILR School at Cornell University. DWDC - Disability Workforce Development Center. Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder, February 10, 2026, 10:00-11:30 am ET.
January 30, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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🌟 Join us for Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder
#MentalHealth #DepressionAwareness #BipolarAwareness #MentalWellness

🗓 February 10, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/82
Man looking at his reflection a mirror. Logos for the Yang-Tan Institute and the ILR School at Cornell University. DWDC - Disability Workforce Development Center. Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder, February 10, 2026, 10:00-11:30 am ET.
January 23, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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We are thrilled to share this spotlight on our Academic Director, Susanne Bruyère, and reflect on her incredible impact on disability advocacy and workplace inclusion.
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Relentless Advocate Bridges Research, Policy and Practice
Scientific inquiry, practical solutions and pioneering strategies led by Susanne Bruyère have changed work cultures around the world to include more people with disabilities.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:48 PM
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🎉 Please join us in congratulating Katie Brendli Brown on being named a Fellow by the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)! This prestigious distinction is a high honor recognizing her outstanding contributions to the field of intellectual disabilities. 🎉👏
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January 22, 2026 at 1:18 AM
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📍Our January 2026 Newsletter has been released! Get the latest information on disability-related research, policy, events, consultations and more sent straight to your inbox! 📩 Don't miss out! Subscribe Today!
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January 21, 2026 at 11:35 PM
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🌟 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! TRAINING TOMORROW!

Understanding and Supporting Employment for Individuals with Anxiety Disorders

🗓 January 22, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET
#MentalHealth #AnxietyAwareness #WorkplaceMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/81
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January 21, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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🌟 New Training from the Disability Workforce Development Center!

Understanding and Supporting Employment for Individuals with Anxiety Disorders

🗓 January 22, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET
#MentalHealth #AnxietyAwareness #WorkplaceMentalHealth
#MentalHealthMatters
👉 Register: ytionline.org/webinars/81
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January 15, 2026 at 10:28 PM
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January 15, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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🌟 New Training from the Disability Workforce Development Center!
Understanding and Supporting Employment for Individuals with Anxiety Disorders

🗓 Jan. 22, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET
#MentalHealth #AnxietyAwareness
#WorkplaceMentalHealth
👉 Register: ytionline.org/webinars/81
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January 12, 2026 at 9:17 PM
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World Braille Day: Exploring the Future of Touch
Ronald Heisser, Cornell researcher and innovator, will share insights into the groundbreaking work in soft tactile displays how it is reshaping what’s possible for public braille access.
January 14th at 12:00 PM
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: World Braille Day: Exploring the Future of Touch. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
The Office of Culture, Inclusion & Employee Experience invites the WCM community to join a fascinating conversation on the future of braille literacy and accessible technology. Ronald Heisser, Cornell...
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January 9, 2026 at 9:27 PM
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🌟 Join us for Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder

#MentalHealth #DepressionAwareness #BipolarAwareness #MentalWellness

🗓 February 10, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/82
A Man looking at his reflection a mirror. Logos for the Yang-Tan Institute and the ILR School at Cornell University. DWDC - Disability Workforce Development Center. Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder, February 10, 2026, 10:00-11:30 am ET.
January 7, 2026 at 8:38 PM
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🌟 New Training from the Disability Workforce Development Center!
Understanding and Supporting Employment for Individuals with Anxiety Disorders
🗓 Jan. 22, 2026
⏰ 2–4 pm ET
#MentalHealth
Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/81
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January 6, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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✨ Season’s greetings from the Yang-Tan Institute! We wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season and a wonderful year ahead. ✨
#HappyHolidays
❄️ Click link to view our holiday card to you! holiday.yangtaninstitute.org
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December 19, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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Join us for Understanding Supporting Employment for Individuals with Depression and Bipolar Disorder

🗓 February 10, 2026, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/82
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December 18, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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🌟 You still have time to Register! Webinar Tomorrow!
🗓 December 18, 2025
⏰ 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/77
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December 17, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Our November Newsletter has been released!
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December 17, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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Tools You Can Use and More: 2025 Year-in-Review for YTI -
Check out the "tools you can use to improve the work lives of people with disabilities" from the Yang-Tan Institute this year!
www.ilr.cornell.edu/yti/news/too...
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December 16, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Employment First Is Focus of 2025 DREAM Symposium -
The Yang-Tan Institute had the honor of helping plan and support this incredible event, along with the NY State Office of the Chief Disability Officer and partners from other state agencies. #DREAMSymposium
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December 16, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Congratulations to our Thomas P. Golden Employee Recognition Award Winners: Brett Blanchard, Jennifer Perry, and Lydia Dempsey! 🎉
Gold glitter at the top and bottom of the page. Congratulations! Thomas P. Golden Employee Recognition Award Winners: Brett Blanchard, Jennifer Perry and Lydia Dempsey.
December 12, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Join us in exploring what informed choice really means in supported employment.
Perfect for Employment Service Professionals (ESPs) looking to strengthen their ethical foundation and practical skills.
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/77
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December 10, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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Join us for this FREE Training!
Register now for Part One of a two-part series to explore Pre-ETS, the benefits of collaboration, and ways to improve results for students with disabilities.
Registration: events.yangtaninstitute.org/e/11319/regi...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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As if there aren't enough other things to keep us up at night: Unique Ethical Considerations to Working with Youth
🗓 December 9, 2025
⏰ 1-3 pm ET
✅ Approved for CRC ethics credits
👥 For VRCs and employment service professionals
👉 Register here: ytionline.org/webinars/76
Individuals in a meeting seated around a table. Logos for the Yang-Tan Institute and the ILR School at Cornell University. DWDC - Disability Workforce Development Center. As if there aren't enough other things to keep us up at night: Unique Ethical Considerations to Working with Youth. December 9, 2025, 1-3 pm ET.
December 4, 2025 at 9:22 PM