People With Disabilities Help Troops Stay Prepared
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People with Disabilities Support Troops by Keeping Them Prepared
When you tune into the news, you often hear inspiring stories about U.S. military troops. What may not be as well-known are the remarkable efforts of many other patriots, particularly those with severe disabilities, who play a crucial role in equipping servicemen and women with essential supplies.
Over 45,000 individuals who are blind or have severe disabilities contribute significantly to producing products that safeguard U.S. troops. They work through the Javits-Wagner-O'Day (JWOD) Program, the leading source of employment for people with disabilities. This program offers them job skills, training, and the opportunity for fair wages and benefits, enhancing their independence.
The JWOD Program is overseen by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, with support from NISH?"Creating Employment Opportunities for People with Severe Disabilities?"and the National Industries for the Blind. The program was designed to address the nearly 70 percent unemployment rate among individuals with severe disabilities. Its roots trace back to the Wagner-O'Day Act of 1938, enacted under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, which allowed agencies serving blind individuals to sell products to the federal government.
In 1971, Senator Jacob Javits led efforts to amend the Act, expanding the program to include people with severe disabilities and allowing agencies to provide services alongside products to the federal government.
NISH partners with over 600 nonprofit agencies to create jobs for people with disabilities. Here are some of the essential supplies produced through the JWOD Program:
- Chemical protective garments that shield soldiers from biochemical threats.
- Military clothing, including the new Army Combat Uniform, fleece jackets, camouflage fatigue trousers, overalls, and dress slacks for the Navy and Air Force.
- Individual first-aid kits, developed in collaboration with the Marines to enhance soldiers' ability to quickly provide care.
- Millions of bandages in various sizes, produced annually for the armed services.
These efforts demonstrate the crucial role that people with disabilities play in supporting the military, showcasing their dedication and impact on national defense.
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