Guest guest Posted October 20, 2001 Report Share Posted October 20, 2001 My Mom works as a civil servant for the Navy. Here's what was published in their monthly newsletter -- thought people might find it interesting... This appeared in this month's NUWCScope (Naval Undersea Warfare Center) October is National disability Employment Awareness Month Every year since 1945 the President of the United States has proclaimed a national observance in October to promote employment of people with disabilities. Accordingly, October 2001 has been designated National Disability Employment Awareness (NDEA) Month throughout the Department of Defense. This year, the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month is " Win with Ability. " There will be ceremonies and exhibits at DoD installations worldwide. The 2001 NDEA proclamation urged employers, during the reshaping and reorganizing of the civilian workforce, to renew their commitment to employment and advancement of Americans with disabilities. The comparison that follows was submitted by the Division's Disabilities Committee. What my deaf parent taught me: * Pointing at people is a great way to know who said what. * Be honest to everyone. Dishonesty is impolite. * Value who you know. Learn where people went to school and judge them by who they are. * When talking, be direct and get to the point. That way everyone knows all that is being discussed and where everyone stands on the subject. * Do everything you can to get attention. * Use body language to get your point across. * Always look directly at the person you are talking to. It's very offensive to turn your eyes away. * It's hard to have a conversation with someone when you aren't giving your full attention to it. * If you need to get someone's attention, just tap them on the shoulder, hand or knee. What my hearing parent taught me: * It's impolite to point. * Don't say things that will hurt a person's feelings. * Value what people do. Find out where they work, you can learn from their experience. * Discussing topics with others is a great way to gain information and socialize but don't make others uncomfortable. Use tact. * NEVER make a scene! * Use words to get your point across. * It's impolite to stare. * It's natural to be doing many things while having a conversation. * Never touch anyone to get their attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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