Whether visible or invisible, our office has tools and resources to help students with disabilities. We understand students with disabilities turn into excellent employees with disabilities but the job search can be challenging. The combination of advocacy, inclusivity and determination can help to overcome some of those challenges and our office is here to play a part in the process.
The article emphasizes the importance of expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to include accessibility, particularly focusing on individuals with disabilities. The main points include:
Lastly, the article provides disability inclusion resources from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on …
For job seekers with disabilities, the job search may include questions and challenges that others may not regularly come up against. In addition to wondering whether the roles you’re applying for are a fit, you may also be concerned about …
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is observed in October and is a perfect opportunity for faculty and staff to promote awareness, celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities, and educate about the value of a diverse workforce inclusive of …
Reasonable accommodations are adjustments to a hiring process, work environment, or job responsibilities so an employee with disabilities can apply for or perform their job. Depending on the type of disability, accommodations can look many different ways — from transcription …