The Emergent Institute is proud to be associated with many exemplary companies and organizations who provide opportunities for visual and performing artists with special needs.
MacSpeech
MacSpeech offers the premiere speech recognition software for Macintosh computers. The Emergent Institute is proud to offer training on the MacSpeech Dictate suite of products as part of its partnership with MacSpeech.
APSE
APSE is the only national organization with an exclusive focus on integrated employment and career advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their new initiative, HR Connect, offers consultation services to help businesses reach out to and partner with one of the strongest labor and customer pools in the country: the disability community.
NISH
Established in 1974, NISH is one of two national, nonprofit agencies designated by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled [a federal government agency] to support nonprofit agencies (NPAs) participating in the AbilityOne Program which provides employment opportunities for people who are blind or have other severe disabilities by procuring Federal contracts for goods and services.
Start Up USA
Start UP USA is an excellent resource that provides resources, technical assistance, resources, and training to a wide variety of individuals interested in pursuing self-employment.
HATCH
HATCH is designed to foster and develop the growth of creative minds in various industries through mentorship, exposure, and networking.