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Comcast Newsmakers presents short-form, issue-based conversations with leaders and groundbreakers dedicated to advancing America’s communities.
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Half of Hispanic workers ages 16 to 64 lack the digital skills necessary to compete in today's workforce. Frankie Miranda of Hispanic Federation discusses an initiative to provide digital literacy training in the Latino community. Watch the full interview: comca.st/3fVkxXl

There are more than 1.8 million business owners with disabilities in the United States. Diego Mariscal, 2Gether-Intl ♿️, discusses unique barriers disabled entrepreneurs must overcome – and the competitive advantage of resiliency. Watch now: comca.st/3TvgXS5

After attending the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Diego Mariscal was inspired to start 2Gether-Intl ♿️, a startup accelerator for disabled founders. Mariscal discusses efforts to 'flip the narrative' on disability: comca.st/3eTF1j2 #NDEAM


At-home medical tests are not accessible for blind or visually impaired Americans – an inequity impacting millions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clark Rachfal, American Council of the Blind, discusses efforts increase accessibility in health care: comca.st/3MVW0xH #NDEAM




Liz Rotenberry of the Elizabeth Elizabeth Dole Foundation discusses a campaign to showcase the personal experiences and needs of military caregivers and their families. Watch our interview: comca.st/3TqMQLg #MilitaryFamilyMonth #HiddenHelpers



Exposure to burn pits during military service has been linked to serious health conditions. Katie Purswell of The American Legion discusses the expansion of veteran benefits for those who served in areas of known toxic exposure. Watch now: comca.st/3THjdoQ #MilitaryFamilyMonth

Kendra E. Davenport of Easterseals HQ discusses new initiatives to connect veterans and military families with services to support the transition from active military service to civilian life. Watch the full interview: comca.st/3Oo1T7l #MilitaryFamilyMonth




Nikki Pitre, CNAY | Native Youth American Youth at the Aspen Institute, discusses efforts to provide Native American youth with necessary resources for a successful future. Watch our interview: comca.st/3XThsbx
