Companies that value disability inclusion don't just have a stronger workplace culture, they also drive more revenue. All U.S.-based companies with at least fifteen employees are legally required to accommodate employees with disabilities (within reason) at the very least. That said, going above and beyond to ensure employees with [...]
My mom has multiple sclerosis. She was diagnosed when I was just 10 years old. I remember thinking then, and many times since, that she would miss out on so many things because of it. Yet, despite it, my mom is still sassy-strong and living a full life. She was [...]
Organizations that implement disability-inclusive policies and practices tend to outperform their peers financially, according to a new report by Accenture in partnership with Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities. Building on a 2018 report on disability inclusion in the workplace, the 2023 iteration explored the topic [...]
Lumen wins Disability:IN award & partners with Texthelp to offer life-changing tech to neurodiverse employees According to Lumen’s FRIENDS (Friends Respecting Inspiring Everyone Needing Disability Support) Employee Resource Group, being a neurodiverse employee at a tech company like Lumen can present unique struggles to communicate effectively and professionally. These [...]
Unlock untapped talent with CAI Neurodiverse Solutions CAI Neurodiverse Solutions is an end-to-end neurodiversity employment program that helps clients realize the benefits of neurodiversity. Developed by global technology services firm CAI, the organization’s successful employment model is designed to bring the underutilized and untapped talent pool of neurodivergent individuals [...]
Welcome to Disability: IN’s monthly round-up of digital accessibility news for December. At Disability:IN we know that digital accessibility impacts all aspects of disability inclusion. If you have questions about our digital accessibility program, please contact Jeff Wissel, our Chief Accessibility Officer. Disability:IN Happenings Newly Released: The Disability Imperative [...]
NEW YORK; Nov. 27, 2023 – Companies that lead in disability inclusion drive more revenue, net income and profit, according to a new research report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN) in partnership with Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). Building on the 2018 landmark report on [...]
Sorenson: Making Communication Accessible to All Founded in Salt Lake City in 2003, Sorenson is a global leader in accessible language services with a mission to break down communication barriers and connect people across languages and cultures. Sorenson pioneered the development of Video Relay Service (VRS), a telecommunications service [...]
Inclusive Hiring Through Partnership at JLL Since 2017, JLL has formed a partnership with Best Buddies to provide employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through this collaboration, these talented team members have been making valuable contributions to JLL teams across the United States and Latin [...]
SAP's First Tranquility Lounge: A Paradigm Shift in Event Inclusivity Sarah Loucks, Global Lead for SAP Autism at Work Program, SAP In a world where innovation and inclusivity stand as pillars of success, SAP has spent the last decade reshaping conventional talent management practices while cultivating an all-encompassing environment [...]
