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National Organization on Disability

NETWORK OF ALLIES

A Community Committed to Advancing Disability Inclusion

 The Network of Allies is NOD’s professional membership for individuals seeking disability inclusion learning, peer connections, and actionable tools to positively impact their workplaces.

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Why Join the Network of Allies?

Whether you’re an HR professional, manager, accessibility practitioner, ERG leader, recruiter, consultant, or advocate, the Network of Allies provides the resources and community to help you create lasting impact.

Become An Ally

Skill Up with EnAble Learning

Gain practical insights from NOD’s on-demand learning platform, featuring courses including:

    •  Disability 101

    • AI, Emerging Tech & Accessibility

    • Managing Neurodiverse Teams

    • Managing Teams in the Age of Rising Mental Health Challenges

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Access Practical Resources

Deepen your knowledge with exclusive access to resources including:

    • A Beginner’s Guide to Accessible Documents

    • Essential Practices for Inclusive Meetings and Events

    • Guide for Positive Interactions with People with Disabilities

    • How to Respond When an Employee Discloses a Disability

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Participate in High-Impact Workshops

Attend  learning sessions and get strategies to immediately apply to your work. Workshops include:

    • Writing Effective Alt Text

    • Using Microsoft’s Accessibility Checker

    • Using Color Contrast for Accessibility

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Member Benefits

  • Full access to EnAble Learning
  • Member-exclusive Impact Boost sessions
  • Disability inclusion resources & tools
  • Networking & community-building opportunities
  • Webinar recordings & educational programming
  • Digital member recognition badge
  • Discounted tickets for select events

Who Should Join?

  • Human Resources professionals 
  • Managers & people leaders 
  • DEIA and Accessibility practitioners 
  • Employee Resource Group leaders and members 
  • Recruiters and talent professionals 
  • Consultants and advisors 
  • Disability advocates and allies 
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Membership Investment

One year of access ($199) to learning, resources, community, and professional development opportunities designed to help you create more inclusive workplaces. 

Questions? Reach out to Allies@NOD.org

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Whether you are beginning your disability inclusion journey or looking to deepen your expertise, the Network of Allies offers practical support for every stage of your professional development.

Build practical skills. Connect with peers. Create meaningful impact. 

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For updates and questions, fill out the form below or get in touch by reaching out to Allies@NOD.org.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Network of Allies is designed for individual professional development. Leadership Council membership is designed for organizations and provides access to benchmarking, organizational resources, employer-focused programming, strategic guidance, and opportunities to engage with other employer members. 

If you’re looking for resources and learning opportunities for yourself, the Network of Allies may be a good fit. If your organization is interested in advancing disability inclusion at an enterprise level, we encourage you to learn more about NOD’s Leadership Council. 

Network of Allies membership is an annual membership that provides 12 months of access to member benefits beginning on the date you join. 

You will receive renewal reminders before your membership expires. You may renew your membership by following the renewal link provided in those communications or through your member account. 

EnAble Learning can be accessed through the member portal. Once logged in, select the EnAble Learning section to access available courses included with your membership. If you’re having trouble accessing EnAble Learning, please contact allies@nod.org.

Many members receive reimbursement through their employer’s professional development, learning, accessibility, or employee resource group budgets. We recommend checking with your manager or learning and development team regarding your organization’s reimbursement policies. A payment receipt is automatically provided after purchase and can often be used for reimbursement requests.

Yes. If you require an invoice for reimbursement or payment purposes, please contact us at allies@nod.org, and we will be happy to assist you. 

You can access your member portal by visiting: [Member Portal URL] 

Use the email address associated with your membership and the password you created during account setup. 

If you’ve forgotten your password, click the “Forgot Password” link on the login page and follow the instructions to reset your password. If you continue to experience issues, contact allies@nod.org for assistance.