The month of March was Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. We devoted it to creating more inclusion with groups throughout Weaver. Inclusion is “creating a place where everyone feels valued and can contribute.” Weaver focused on creating an atmosphere where people with disabilities could celebrate inclusion by wearing orange and participating in activities.
Meet Tommy
Tommy has been working at Weaver for about two years. When Tommy walks into Weaver SecurShred, he radiates positivity. Tommy creates an atmosphere we are happy to have here at Weaver. He gets along with everyone and can converse with anyone in the company. Clients like Tommy bring a smile to everyone's face and make work enjoyable.
We asked Tommy to describe Inclusion Day in one word, and he said, “Everybody.” This is a day we all come together each year to be a part of something bigger.
The greatest takeaway from this day was to show people how to treat one another. When speaking with Tommy's supervisor, we learned how much this means to everyone at Weaver.
“The biggest thing we want from inclusion day is spreading that awareness. We want everyone to recognize people with disabilities," the supervisor said. "All people should be treated with kindness and respect.”
Does your workplace celebrate inclusion?
Creating awareness can help people with disabilities in the future. Here are some ways you can help bring inclusion to your workplace:
You can do your part by just showing that kindness to everyone. Be that advocate for people with disabilities and smile at them - all of them. Just because they have a disability does not make them less human. They wake up daily, celebrating life's joys, which is why we celebrate them at Weaver. So, let us all live like Tommy and be inclusive to everyone.
Disability inclusion isn’t extra work for HR—it’s part of building a stronger team. It starts with clear job descriptions, better recruiting outreach and supportive onboarding, and continues through everyday communication and culture. Most accommodations are simple, and with the right partners, like Weaver, inclusion becomes easier and more effective. Small steps add up quickly and help create a workplace where everyone can contribute.
At Weaver Industries, soft skills like communication, teamwork and confidence are more than job essentials—they’re the foundation of personal and professional growth. Through daily collaboration, coaching and peer support, employees learn to express themselves, work together and build lasting confidence. These people-centered skills help create inclusive workplaces where everyone can contribute, connect and thrive.
Weaver Industries measures impact in more than numbers; it’s about the real moments that change lives. From the pride of a first paycheck to the confidence gained through new skills, impact shows up in the everyday work that brings dignity, inclusion and purpose. With staff who pour compassion and creativity into their roles, Weaver creates ripple effects that strengthen families, support local businesses and build communities where everyone belongs.