Disability Forward CHI Employee Resource Group

 

The Disability Forward CHI Resource Group, an official Employee Resource Group (ERG) of the City of Chicago, enhances workforce diversity to promote inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) to better serve our residents. Our focus is fostering accessibility and inclusion within the City to cultivate a safe space for employees with disabilities. We encourage mutual learning on policies and resource-sharing to support accessibility efforts.

 

Join Disability Forward CHI today!

 

The City of Chicago Disability Employee Resource Group is looking for new members! 

If you are interested, please complete the Disability Forward CHI Meeting Application Form. If you require assistance in filling out the participation form, please contact bernardo.gomez@cityofchicago.org. 

If you have any questions, contact christina.mcgleam@cityofchicago.org or bernardo.gomez@cityofchicago.org. 

Click here to download a flyer about Disability Forward CHI to share.

 

Members of the Disability Forward CHI Resource Group will:

  • Cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful community for City employees who identify with a disability
  • Provide mentorship and network on common interests and concerns on accessibility matters
  • Support the growth of accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities within the City of Chicago through accessible policy, trainings, and advocacy

 

Members of Disability Forward CHI gathered with Mayor Brandon Johnson and MOPD Commissioner Rachel Arfa for the 2024 Americans With Disabilities Act Anniversary Reception at City Hall.