An integrated, technology-enhanced approach to building capacity for job retention among persons with disabilities in competitive integrated employment

This $9,999,998 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services under the Disability Innovation Fund (CFDA 84.421) program will fund an integrated, technology-enhanced approach to building capacity for job retention among persons with disabilities in competitive integrated employment.

The primary awardee, the University of Wisconsin System, will lead a demonstration project focused on transforming education, career, and employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Key activities include creating evidence-based practices, providing integrated services, facilitating community integration, and developing replicable approaches to support meaningful employment and career advancement. The project will involve sub-awards to partners such as Florida Atlantic University, the University of Maryland, and Autism Workforce, LLC to contribute specialized expertise in areas like program evaluation, training and technical assistance, and implementation of evidence-based employment retention strategies.