Date Released: Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Source: Marshall Space Flight Center - Comments

What: In observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala., will honor the contributions and skills of workers with disabilities during a program Oct. 16. This year’s theme is “America’s People…America’s Talent…America’s Strength!” Marshall personnel and the media are invited to attend the program at 2 p.m. in Building 4200, Room 504.

Who: Juliette Rizzo, national director of exhibits and events planning for the U.S. Department of Education in Washington, will speak. Rizzo promotes national education policy and educational opportunities for students, including 6.5 million disabled children. She speaks to audiences around the nation to raise awareness of the achievements and needs of Americans with disabilities. Rizzo was named Ms. Wheelchair America in 2005.

When: 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008

Where: Marshall Space Flight Center Building 4200, Room 504