The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded a $5,732,501 Disability Innovation Fund (CFDA 84.421) Project Grant to Wor-Wic Community College Inc. in Salisbury, Maryland. The 5-year grant, running from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2029, will support the college's efforts to create a 21st century workforce of youth and adults with disabilities. The grant will fund innovative activities aimed at improving employment, education, and transition outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Key initiatives include enhancing competitive integrated employment, transforming subminimum wage employment, and increasing access to advanced technology careers. As a past recipient of federal grants, Wor-Wic Community College has experience partnering with state education agencies and other entities to provide services such as tuition assistance, counseling, tutoring, and job placement support for students with disabilities.
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