The Together Achieving Dreams Foundation connects blind and low-vision job seekers with corporate partners through a structured fellowship program that includes mentorship, resume preparation, and internship placements. This initiative addresses the high unemployment rate among blind Americans by equipping them with the skills and opportunities needed to compete in the job market.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Blind and low-vision individuals face significant barriers to employment, resulting in high unemployment rates despite their readiness for professional roles. Systemic issues such as inaccessible hiring platforms, biased assumptions, and limited opportunities contribute to this disparity.
Solution
The Together Achieving Dreams (TAD) Foundation addresses the employment gap for blind and low-vision individuals through a comprehensive fellowship program. The program provides participants with mentorship from both sighted and blind professionals, customized curriculum focused on technical and social skills, and hands-on internship placements. By equipping fellows with industry-specific software training, resume and interview preparation, and networking opportunities, TAD aims to bridge the gap between potential and possibility, enabling them to compete equally in the job market. The foundation also engages with employers to promote inclusive hiring practices and build a recruitment pipeline from a qualified pool of candidates.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes blind and low-vision college students and graduates seeking professional skills and career opportunities, as well as employers committed to diversity and inclusion.
Features
- Nine-month fellowship program for blind and low-vision college students and graduates
- Mentorship from sighted and blind professionals across various industries
- Customized curriculum focused on technical and social skills development
- Resume and interview preparation workshops
- Training on industry-specific software and digital tools
- Internship placements with corporate partners
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders