Tag: Disability
Number of employers reporting disability data significantly improves
There has been a significant increase in the number of employers who report on disability data in...
Read MoreInternational day of persons with disabilities
Oct 4, 2024 | Campaigns, Future Campaigns | 0
The International Day of Disabled Persons is on the 3rd December. This important day promotes understanding and increased awareness.
Read MoreAre businesses ‘Purple Washing’ to hide poor disability practice?
Organisations with a diverse workforce perform better but how can you tell if a business is truly diverse or just ‘purple washing’?
Read MoreLack of accessible business travel limits career prospects for disabled workers
Respondents cited inaccessible travel and accommodations services, a lack of knowledge about their travel needs, and prejudice as the main obstacles.
Read MoreLorna Harris: Autistic Pride Day – supporting autistic employees in the workplace
Explore how to make each stage of the recruitment process more autism-friendly, from initial contact to employment.
Read MoreDisability Pride Month – July
Jun 14, 2024 | Campaigns, Future Campaigns | 0
Disability Pride Month, observed every July, is an annual celebration that aims to promote...
Read MoreEmpowering Disabled Employees: Strategies for Inclusive Workplaces
Jun 11, 2024 | App Episodes, Mind, Body, Work Podcast | 0
Explore effective inclusive practices, delve into disability policy, debunk common misconceptions, and share how to create more supportive and accessible workplaces for disabled employees.
Read MoreJoshua Wintersgill: How companies can better support disabled workers
Actively seeking to include disabled individuals in the workforce promotes equal opportunities and enhances representation.
Read MoreBusiness Disability Forum launches essential resources for disabled employees around tech
May 21, 2024 | Supplier News | 0
Free online resources to help employers understand the needs of disabled employees around...
Read MoreJoanne Swann: Simple sign language skills for every employee
Workplaces that take proactive steps to incorporate British Sign Language into daily interactions send a powerful message of respect for diversity.
Read MoreProgress in deaf support by UK financial services
A new report from the LSB shows progress made by UK banks over the last 12 months in offering better accessibility support to deaf customers.
Read MoreChris Jay: Inclusive culture – the key to wellbeing for staff with disabilities
Many organisations believe that being an inclusive employer simply means recruiting staff with disabilities, but there’s a lot more to it than that!
Read More- Debbie Green: Pursuing your career dream
- Dr Mary-Clare Race: How psychological safety drives inclusion and team success
- Dr Fleur-Michelle Coiffait: Shining a light on neurodiversity – the importance of considered lighting in the workplace
- Dr Glenn Mason: Supporting financial wellbeing in the workplace
- Ian Wells: Working parents – managing the school holiday juggle