Did you know that October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month? United Way funds local programs that work with people with disabilities, including those that allow employers to tap into a diverse pool of talent in the disability community. Various programs highlight employment barriers that need to be addressed and removed.Sean is hearing impaired and had been working part time for minimum wage and without benefits for several years for the same company. He came looking for another job because he felt he was experiencing employment discrimination because of his disability. He had not been given opportunities for advancement while other employees he was training were being promoted. With the help of an employment specialist funded by United Way, a conversation with the employer was arranged and he was able to negotiate a much better situation. He is now working full time at $12 per hour with benefits. He liked his job all along and now he feels accepted and appreciated for his efforts.
As the nation’s largest minority — comprising almost 50 million individuals — people with disabilities contribute to diversity, and businesses can enhance their competitive edge by taking steps to ensure they are integrated into their workforce and customer base.
The Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) provides information online that can to be used for National Disability Employment Awareness Month, as well as other educational programs throughout the year. Click for more info
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