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Emily Blum

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From left to right, upper row: Katherine Vakil, Kruti Shah, Justine Fedak, Rachel Arfa, Michele Lee, Bridget Hayman, Chris Huff, Claire McNorton. From left to right, lower row: Fya, Maureen Burns, Jae Jin Pak, TJ Gordon, Azeema Akram, Amber Smock, Emily Blum, Emily Harris.
Connections

Connections Update: Kicking off 2023

Disability Lead Members hit the ground running in 2023! Here are some highlights of new connections to opportunities that let their leadership shine.

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Emily Blum
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Apr 4, 2023
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Collab

Black History Month Reflections and Celebrations

Emily Blum offers a moment of reflection this Black History Month to consider and celebrate the stories and work of black disabled leaders over the past and current year.

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Emily Blum
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Feb 3, 2023
Disability Lead Members from Left to Right: Liz Davis, Vanessa Harris, Christina McGleam, LaShon Gurrola, Rachel Arfa, David Gayes
Connections

Connections Update: How we closed out 2022

As we spring into 2023, we take a look at a brief overview of the connections that Disability Lead Members made in 2022.

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Emily Blum
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Jan 5, 2023
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Announcement

Hope for Disability Employment

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and for once in a long time, the state of disability employment is hopeful.

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Emily Blum
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Oct 20, 2022
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Interview

Celebrating ADA's 32nd Anniversary the Accessible Way!

A set of questions for City of Chicago Commissioner, Rachel Arfa, about her department's growth, her impact on the administration, and of course, the upcoming Mural display.

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Emily Blum
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Jul 26, 2022
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Announcement

Field and MacArthur Foundations name Emily Blum a 2022 Leader for a New Chicago

A brief summary of Emily's recognition for the Field and MacArthur Foundations name Emily Blum a 2022 Leader for a New Chicago. An award that empowers disability work in Chicago.

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Emily Blum
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Jun 7, 2022
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