Language has power, and its usage is neither benign nor harmless. Ableist language, even when unintentional, can promote stigmatization and marginalization. Vocabulary, with a simple adjustment or replacment, can be modified to be more inclusive and accommodating while we also cultivate innovative ways to collaborate and communicate.

We were SO excited to be featured by madisonNoteworthy!

<p>For a while now, Bendyworks has offered its employees an annual budget of $1,000 for attending conferences. Travel, lodging, tickets… if it relates to attending a conference, we’ve got our team covered. And if a Bendyworker is speaking at the conference...</p>

Throughout the year, Bendyworks contributes to a number of community-based events - this year we’re also sponsoring individuals to support important work being done in the tech community.

<p>So, <a href="http://www.madisonruby.org/">there’s this conference in town this week</a>.</p> <p>It’s going to be damned good: attend if you can. One of the most remarkable parts of it is the <strong>RailsBridge Women’s Outreach Workshop</strong> being offered on Wednesday evening and during the day on Thursday....</p>

Some of the things we've been doing lately to give back.