In this episode of the AC News Flash, Cass Isidro discusses the new prevalence study, which revealed over 5.6++ million people live with limb loss or limb difference in the US. Cass also discusses updates on the Youth Engagement Program (YEP) and the 2024 National...
In this episode of the AC News Flash, we spotlight the remarkable Divine Favour Akinbobola! Divine graces us with her presence as a Youth Engagement Program (YEP) ambassador and guest contributor for inMotion Magazine. She shares her experiences as a first-year...
February’s Employment Council meeting focused on engaging member participation in upcoming Workforce Development Program opportunities with the Amputee Coalition. The current employment council, formed earlier this year, is made up of employers, organizations, and...
Starting off the new year strong, the Amputee Coalition’s Workforce Development Program has launched a forum for organizations and colleges/universities aligned with our community with the newly formed Workforce Development Employment Council. The mission of the...
By Trenaya Reid, Workforce Development Manager The Amputee Coalition’s Workforce Development Program had the opportunity to attend the 2023 American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference this November in Atlanta, GA! The APHA Conference is the largest public...
On behalf of the Youth Engagement & Workforce Development Departments, the Amputee Coalition would like to announce and congratulate the recipients of the 2023 Christina Skoski, M.D., Scholarship. The Skoski Scholarship is one of many funding opportunities...
By Trenaya Reid, Workforce Development Manager During the month of October, the Amputee Coalition’s Workforce Development Program (and Youth Engagement Program WDP) celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This month, we celebrate workers...
In this edition of the AC News Flash, Cass Isidro, President and CEO, is joined by Henry, an active member of the Youth Engagement Program (YEP) and a long-time attendee of Youth Camp. Henry and Cass discuss the success of the 2023 Youth Camp, which brought together...
Seeing others overcome their fears in their own ways is a powerful motivator By Divine Favour Akin, Youth Engagement Reporter Editor’s Note: Divine Favour Akin continues her story about attending Youth Camp and the Amputee Coalition National Conference. Time went by...
The start of a new school year is exciting for children, filled with new opportunities, friends, and adventures. This transition can bring about unique challenges and concerns for children living with limb loss. However, with the proper support and preparation,...