July marks #Disability Pride Month. Consider following our sister agency the Office of Disability Employment Policy for more information and resources: https://lnkd.in/dAhv9rt
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Tip 2 for Disability Pride Month: Understand disability rights laws and inclusive policies. Compliance with accessibility laws like the ADA and Section 504 is just the beginning. What organizational policies and practices do you have in place to promote inclusion? Regular inclusion training for staff, including people with disabilities on advisory groups and budgeting for inclusion are good examples of inclusive policies. Learn more at Commit to Inclusion – 9 Guidelines for Disability Inclusion: https://lnkd.in/gRmAsp4Z #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityInclusionNetwork
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“Poverty is a consequence and a cause of disability.” Whatever your business, have some curiosity around disability inclusion in your hiring and management practices, and reach out to Melwood or other employers who have demonstrated for years that a truly inclusive workforce leads to increased productivity, better culture, happier customers, and higher returns. We can show you how.
Today at the CEO Commission for Disability Employment Summit, Melwood President & CEO Larysa K. moderated an important panel discussion with Taryn Mackenzie Williams, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy and leader of the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP. Together, they discussed the role of ODEP in shaping disability employment policy, the tools and resources available to employers, entrepreneurship among people with disabilities, and the role of AI, ensuring that people with disabilities are included in AI-related work. #DisabilityWorks #Disability #DisabilityEmployment
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Today at the CEO Commission for Disability Employment Summit, Melwood President & CEO Larysa K. moderated an important panel discussion with Taryn Mackenzie Williams, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy and leader of the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP. Together, they discussed the role of ODEP in shaping disability employment policy, the tools and resources available to employers, entrepreneurship among people with disabilities, and the role of AI, ensuring that people with disabilities are included in AI-related work. #DisabilityWorks #Disability #DisabilityEmployment
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UK Court Rules: Trial Periods Are Key for Disability Inclusion 💼 A recent case highlights the importance of offering trial periods as a reasonable adjustment for employees with disabilities. Failing to do so could be discriminatory. Key takeaway: Trial periods aren't just a tool for employers, they're a crucial step in ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace for everyone. Learn more about reasonable adjustments and disability discrimination here: https://lnkd.in/ezumKZBP #EmploymentLaw #ReasonableAdjustments #DisabilityInclusion
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Do you already hire people with disabilities or maybe shifting your culture to create a more inclusive workplace? Check out this webinar and be sure to sign up your managers and HR personnel today! #MakeInclusionHappen
In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in October, we are proud to collaborate with community agencies to host a free virtual webinar on October 1st from 2:30pm-4pm ET. Join us for this important conversation around disability employment, equity, and inclusion. Don’t miss out—register today! 🔗https://lnkd.in/ewKW6-3y #NDEAM2024 #EmploymentEquity #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAwareness #VirtualEvent
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Did you know today is National Disability Independence Day? This day not only celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), but it also highlights the importance of accessibility and disability inclusion, in and out of the workplace. For resources on how leaders can help move the needle on disability inclusion, check out the 2023 Disability Inclusion Imperative report from #LCLDMember Accenture. #DisabilityIndependenceDay #DisabilityInclusion #DEI #Leadership
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Meaningful employment is vital for individuals with developmental disabilities. It fosters independence, purpose, and inclusion. As advocates, we must promote disability rights in the workplace, champion reasonable accommodations, and push for inclusive hiring practices. Read our latest blog post on employment equity for the disabled -> bit.ly/4afhOzd #disabilityrights #employmentequity #inclusion #DDAM #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth
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Did you know that July is #DisabilityPride Month? This month highlights the contributions of people with disabilities, their history, and the work still to be done to advance inclusion. We invite you to celebrate alongside us and our partners @Disability:IN by learning about the power of disability inclusion at https://lnkd.in/g8hW5Pjv.
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Did you know that July is #DisabilityPride Month? This month highlights the contributions of people with disabilities, their history, and the work still to be done to advance inclusion. We invite you to celebrate alongside us and our partners @Disability:IN by learning about the power of disability inclusion at https://lnkd.in/drr8Rjpd.
The Disability Inclusion Imperative - Disability:IN
https://disabilityin.org
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Did you know that July is #DisabilityPride Month? This month highlights the contributions of people with disabilities, their history, and the work still to be done to advance inclusion. We invite you to celebrate alongside us and our partners @Disability:IN by learning about the power of disability inclusion at https://lnkd.in/eEmzAgyM.
The Disability Inclusion Imperative - Disability:IN
https://disabilityin.org
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