People First Athens County
Integrate Athens provides advisory support to People First of Athens County.
President: Billy Peacock
Vice President: Jason Licht
“People First of Ohio values all employees with disabilities and supports Ohio’s Employment First Initiative. Therefore, People First calls for the elimination of all subminimum wages and of 14(c) certificates which allow employers to legally pay less than minimum wage.”
Vision:
Respect – Equality – Advocacy – Empowerment!
Mission:
Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities –
advocating, uniting, educating & empowering
William “Billy” Peacock
Billy was born and raised in The Plains, Ohio, and is a graduate of Athens High School. The 2023 recipient of the Athena Advocacy Award , he has been a lifelong advocate for himself and others with developmental disabilities. Billy has been a Keynote Speaker for many local events, Emcee for ATCO Idol and the Annual ACBDD March on Court Street. Billy is an active member of The Plains Lions Club and numerous advocacy efforts, he is proud to share that he was one of the advocates who launched the process of having legislation introduced to remove the “R” word from the Department of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities in 2009. Ohio successfully changed the department name officially on May 24th, 2016.
Billy has several presentations he is available for hire as an independent consultant and trainer.
Jason Licht
Jason is an Athens County Native, Athens High Alum, local artist, Ham radio Operator, longtime advocate for fellow people with disabilities, and especially focused on helping those without a voice be heard.
As a longtime local artist, he has recently found a love of acrylic paints and sells his work locally. Jason lives in The Plains, Ohio and has learned to empower himself with the decisions that impact his life. Jason also supports people with computer skill training, such as basic computer skills, social media, and setting up and maintaining your email. Jason has several presentations and is a great resource for accessibility. He is available for hire as an independent consultant and trainer.
In Memoriam of Longtime Advocate Noah Trembly
We continue to recognize Noah Trembly, longtime advocate and community member. He was the owner of Noah Trembly Enterprises offers a variety of services related to inclusion of individuals living with disabilities. He accomplishes this through a multitude of educational and advocacy work. Noah has been a nominee of the Athena Award from the Athens City Commission on Disabilities, and was a strong supporter of Integrate Athens and People First Advocacy. We work hard to continue to live his legacy of helping ALL people access their community! Noah is missed every day!
Available for Presentations and Trainings:
