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Award winning filmmaker Jennifer Tennican presents Hearts of Glass

Cutting-edge food production meets social good in an ambitious experiment to provide year-round produce to a mountain town, while providing meaningful employment for community members with disabilities.


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“A fantastic mash-up of agriculture and disability rights documentary. I’m excited about the conversations this film with spark about inclusion.”

Tim Villegas, Certified Autism Specialist
Founder/Editor-in-Chief, Think Inclusive

“A story that pushes beyond the boundaries of what most have been exposed to in terms of innovative employment and community inclusion.”

Natasha Fisher, Director of Product Management
Relias

“Amazing — an important movie that truly shows the value and loyalty this diverse group brings to the table!”

Mona Lisa Faris, Publisher
DIVERSEability Magazine

“The film is a breath of fresh air – inspiring, heartwarming and joyful.”

Jess Swigonski, Programming Manager
Wild & Scenic Film Festival

“A refreshing example of a social enterprise that leverages community buyin as a way to showcase and promote diverse talent.”

Elaine E. Katz, Senior VP
Kessler Foundation

“Brings hope and new ideas to families that employment and independence with the support of the community is possible!”

Stephanie Coleman - Family Support Coordinator
Kansas University on Developmental Disabilities

“I can’t choose one audience for the film because I wish everyone would see it.”

Dr. Kara Ayers, Associate Director
University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities

“An inspiring example of the value and contributions that people with disabilities bring to the workplace and the transformation that occurs in people’s lives when they are fully integrated as contributing members of the community.”

Dr. Robin Hansen, Director
Clinical Programs, UC Davis MIND Institute

“A big source of creative inspiration from a small town in Wyoming…a story of employment possibilities for community members with developmental and other disabilities.”

Donna Meltzer, CEO
National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities

“An opportunity for viewers to consider the power of community connections to foster and support meaningful employment.”

Barb Ziemke, Co-Director
PACER’s National Parent Center on Transition and Employment

“Captivating and inspiring.”

Dr. Emily Monago, Chief Diversity Officer
University of Wyoming

“A compelling and timely story that enhances the Wyoming narrative and promotes engaged and inclusive communities.”

Shannon Smith, Executive Director
ThinkWY | Wyoming Humanities

“Terrific programming that Montana Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services used as a springboard to highlight our work AND that of a Montana employer who is championing competitive integrated employment.”

Chandra Hermanson, Administrator
Disability Employment and Transitions Vocational Rehabilitation, State of Montana

“A moving journey through innovative food production, entrepreneurship and inclusion.”

Marissa Duswalt Epstein, Lecturer
Stanford Graduate School of Business

“The film beautifully demonstrates that integrated employment with competitive wages for people with disabilities is a win for us all.”

Dr. Leonard Abbeduto, Director
UC Davis MIND Institute

“A living breathing glimpse of the future.”

Tara Cunningham, CEO
Specialisterne USA

“A powerful reminder of how our communities are made better when all members are included.”

Mark Morris, Crisis and Transition Support Team Program Supervisor
Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities

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What a terrific way to end the week! We had a grea What a terrific way to end the week! We had a great conversation / Q&A with Partners in Policymaking Alabama conference attendees and alum. 

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Video description: Shot of a computer screen during a Zoom. Lots of boxes with people smiling and waving. Text above image says “Awesome Friday with Partners in Policymaking Alabama.”
A new year brings new opportunities! We look forwa A new year brings new opportunities! We look forward to working with new partners on thought-provoking programming – exploring the intersections between disability inclusion, sustainability, entrepreneurship and community wellbeing.

#HeartsOfGlassFilm #JacksonHole #SustainableFoodFilm #DisabilityVisability  #HeartsOfGlass #DisabilityInclusion

Video Description: A blue sky with layers of fluffy dark clouds. In the baground are snow covered mountains with the sun shining on them and there are shadows from the clouds. In the forground thre is a snow covered field with animals grazing.
Happy New Year! Our 2023 resolution is to double d Happy New Year! Our 2023 resolution is to double down on the Hearts of Glass impact campaign – reaching more people and motivating improved employment and community inclusion opportunities for people with disabilities. What's yours?

#HeartsOfGlassFilm #JacksonHole #SustainableFoodFilm #DisabilityVisability  #HeartsOfGlass #DisabilityInclusion

Video Description: The camera is up close on a hanging basket of small yellow flowers with lush greenery. The camera pans from left to right then back down.
Bloopers and mistakes are a fun part of making vid Bloopers and mistakes are a fun part of making videos and sharing stories. In 2023, embrace the process - ask for help, laugh, learn and progress!

Thanks to @verticalharvestfarms employees @m_mycah @jbr_jacksons_biggst_rockstar  @jhdreamcatching @jfifles @celticcowgirl252 

#newyear #laugh #bloopers #outtakes #inclusion 

Video Description: Text on screen “Year-end cheer from ‘Hearts of Glass’” - graphic with wreathes and menorahs above and below text; next text “Enjoy the bloopers from our NDEAM videos! (Part 2 of 2)”; clips of six Vertical Harvest employees breaking up and/or asking questions to filmmaker.
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