National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Held every October, this US Department of Labor campaign celebrates the contribution of disabled workers and promotes inclusive hiring.
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1945
About the day
Run by the Office of Disability Employment Policy, it began in 1945 as a week focused on people with physical disabilities. Congress widened it to a month in 1988, and ODEP sets a theme each year.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 31 October 2026 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 31 October 2027 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 October 2028 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
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