2021 Calendar of Disability-Related Dates January 19, 2021 Accessibility, Etiquette, Global, Mental Health, Self-ID Throughout the community, there is almost always something happening. Discover the many occasions, holidays, and awareness dates during 2021 across the US and globally. Read More
Disability Fundamentals Training for Managers January 11, 2021 Accessibility, Accommodations, Multimedia Disability Fundamentals for Managers is a free, open-source, 30-minute interactive training that helps managers learn about disability awareness, etiquette, disclosures and accommodations, and holding accessible meetings and events. Read More
Questions for Captioning and Transcription Vendors During Procurement Process October 14, 2020 Accessibility, Multimedia, Supplier Diversity / Procurement Always keep in mind that people with disabilities may be participating as audience members, speakers, screen sharers, anyone using chat functionality, or administrators. An accessible platform and content will work for people in all these roles. Read More
BRG Facility Access Fact Sheet October 6, 2020 Accessibility, Accommodations, Business Resource Group The Disability:IN ERG/BRG Leadership Committee has prepared this fact sheet to assist corporate disability Employee Resource Groups/Business Resource Groups to advance inclusive and easy access to their companies’ grounds and buildings. This fact sheet provides ideas, recommendations and resources for disability inclusion that go beyond the ADAAG (Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines). It also addresses ADAAG requirements that are too often overlooked or misinterpreted. Read More
BRG Ableism/Audism Fact Sheet October 6, 2020 Accessibility, Accommodations, Business Resource Group, Etiquette The Disability:IN ERG/BRG Leadership Committee has prepared this fact sheet to assist corporate disability Employee Resource Groups/Business Resource Groups to advance a deeper understanding of thinking and actions that stem from misconceptions that surround disability. Read More
Digital Accessibility Statement Best Practices August 20, 2020 Accessibility A robust Accessibility Statement is an important component of your organization’s digital accessibility plan. A sincere and well-drafted statement can build customer loyalty and help avoid lawsuits by addressing issues before legal help is sought. Read More
2020 Disability Equality Index Report August 14, 2020 Accessibility, Accommodations, Business Case, Business Resource Group, DEI Best Practices, Global, Mental Health, Supplier Diversity / Procurement In a global marketplace, equality knows no borders. What began as largely U.S. efforts to create disability-inclusive workplaces is now a much larger conversation. In 2020, 75% of participating DEI companies have operations outside of the U.S. Read More
Disability Inclusion Global Best Practices Report June 25, 2020 Accessibility, Accommodations, Global, Mental Health, Neurodiversity / Autism, Recruiting / Talent Acquisition The Disability Equality Index (DEI), a joint initiative with the American Association of People with Disabilities, is a benchmarking tool that provides an objective score and roadmap on disability inclusion policies and practices. Businesses with international operations that take the DEI are asked to respond to a set of questions on the inclusiveness of their global operations. This report highlights the global best practices of international companies that scored 80 or above on the 2019 DEI. Read More
Service Dog Accommodation Checklist & Ownership March 27, 2020 Accessibility, Accommodations, Business Resource Group, DEI Best Practices, Etiquette Similar to when a new employee joins a company, onboarding a service animal takes coordination and communication across several business departments. Read More
Accessible Technology – Procurement Toolkit February 29, 2020 Accessibility, DEI Best Practices, Supplier Diversity / Procurement The Accessible Technology Procurement Toolkit provides technology purchasers with information, best practices, and resources to ensure that workplace technology is accessible to all applicants and employees without unnecessary delay or unwarranted costs. Read More
CEO Start Guide January 17, 2020 Accessibility, Accommodations, Business Case, Business Resource Group, DEI Best Practices, Global, Recruiting / Talent Acquisition Disability Inclusion is taking the center stage at the 2019 World Economic Forum in Davos. Here are 3 steps to tap into the talent of 1 billion people with disabilities around the world. Read More