Challenge Disability Resource Group

Exit: octobre 2020

Challenge Disability Resource Group (CDRG) is a not-for-profit organization located in Whitehorse, Yukon. Through its values of collaborating for diverse and inclusive opportunities through self-discovery and its vision to see people with disabilities living to their full potential, CDRG’s mission is to assist individuals with disabilities in learning life and job skills by empowering them to be engaged in their community.

CDRG assists adults with disabilities in becoming active and independent contributors to their community by offering employment through CDRG’s social enterprises, delivering employment training and development programs and operating three residential programs - a mental health treatment program, a housing first/harm reduction home for adult males and a group home for adults with developmental disabilities.

Opportunity

Strengthen CDRG to become known across Northern Canada for the value it delivers in removing barriers and creating opportunities for individuals to reach their full potential and achieve a high quality of life. Demonstrate the contributions that people with disabilities bring to the workplace and their community.

Plan

Develop a comprehensive measurement framework for CDRG to report on its social impact and improve performance. Streamline processes and enhance structures that lead to a consistent and unified approach across the organization. Develop a human resource and talent management system to strengthen CDRG and support the growth and development of program managers. Develop a roadmap for more sustainable funding for CDRG. Refine board structures and processes to strategically support CDRG.

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The opportunity to work with LIFT has already proven to be valuable as our team works collaboratively with other members of the cohort. Developing insight and strategies, sharing ideas and resources at our fingertips is advantageous to the work we do. »

Jillian Hardie CEO & Executive Director, Challenge Disability Resource Group