Partners

PRIME team meets in Delaware for the first employment retention training.

Building lasting employment success takes a powerful team. The PRIME (Promoting Retention in Meaningful Employment) program is proud to work alongside a broad network of collaborators who bring deep experience, innovative thinking, and a shared commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities.

This national effort wouldn’t be possible without the expertise and dedication of our partners, from top-tier universities to grassroots advocacy groups, technology innovators, and public agencies working on the front lines of vocational rehabilitation.

Together, we’re creating a model that doesn’t just help people with disabilities find jobs — it helps them stay employed, grow in their careers, and thrive in meaningful, supportive workplaces.

Partners in Academic Excellence & Innovation

IPARRT - Innovation Partnership for Advancing Rehabilitation Research and Training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Project Lead

A national leader in rehabilitation education and research, UW–Madison brings decades of experience in program development, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. The PRIME program is housed within its top-ranked School of Education.

University of Maryland

Contributing cutting-edge evaluation expertise and a strong record of disability-focused research, the Center for Transition and Career Innovation at the University of Maryland supports PRIME implementation and the rigorous assessment of its impact and sustainability.

Florida Atlantic University (FAU)

FAU brings specialized knowledge in accessibility and disability services, helping ensure that all training and tools are functional, accessible, and rooted in universal design

Industry and Workforce Experts

Guideway Labs

Guideway Labs builds tools that listen. Their AI-powered platform includes onboarding and matching for real people. Connect individuals to jobs, resources, opportunities, and supportive services, fast and personally.

Autism Workforce

A mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting accessible hiring practices, Autism Workforce offers strategies for creating sustainable, neurodiverse-friendly work environments.

National Advocacy & Support Organizations

Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR)

Bringing a national lens to VR policy and practice, CSAVR plays a key role in shaping systems that support employment retention.

Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE)

A long-time champion for accessible employment, APSE contributes deep experience in community integration and workforce practices.

National Association of State Head Injury Administrators (NASHIA)

With a focus on individuals with brain injuries, NASHIA ensures the PRIME program considers the unique challenges of this community in its design and delivery.

Website Development, Design & Accessibility Partners

Employment Resources, Inc. (ERI)

ERI leads the design and management of PRIME’s website, digital materials, and communications. ERI ensures our resources are user-friendly, accessible, and effective.