Many companies have launched diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in recent years, which tackle everything from racism and sexism to homophobia and classism in striving to improve ...
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination. Once an employee discloses a disability, the expectation is ...
FILE - Karen Nix, who has cerebral palsy, arrives for her evening work shift at New Orleans East Hospital in New Orleans on Aug. 23, 2022. Many people question whether to disclose their disability at ...
In 2023, over 44 million adults in the United States reported living with a disability, which accounts for nearly 14% of the population, according to the Census Bureau. That same year, employment ...
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When you apply for a job, which box do you check when asked if you have a disability? Yes, No, or Prefer not to Answer? For the nearly 19 million people with disabilities (PWDs) in the workforce, ...
With the proposed increase in disability employment targets, employers are being called to do more than tick a compliance box; it's time to look inward and explores the impact, challenges and ...
Tom was recently promoted at work but is finding that his dyslexia interferes with his new responsibilities. He wants to disclose his disability to his supervisor so he can discuss possible ...
According to the United States Department of Labor (DOL), 22.7% of People with Disabilities (PWDs) are employed, compared to 65.6% of non-disabled people. As a result, PWDs are 2X more likely than non ...
This guide will walk you through the key considerations and steps you can take when disclosing and discussing your disability at work, while also outlining your legal rights and what to expect from ...