Disability

Nancy Doyle: Facilitating neurodiversity inclusion at work – Where we’ve been and where we’re going

Neurodiversity inclusion has been a hot topic since the 2000s when tech companies began hiring Autistic people to work in their coding teams.

Neurodiversity in business launches annual conference

Today the Neurodiversity in Business will host 400 delegates to build understanding and embrace action toward neuroinclusive workplaces.

Mia Zielinska: We are all responsible for ‘othering’ neurodiverse people (and we can stop doing it)

Honestly, how do you feel about hiring neurodiverse people? Research has found 50% would not employ someone from one of the neurominorities.

Katharine Moxham: 2023 is the year for reducing the disability employment gap

A recent review of issues holding back workforce participation indicates positive steps towards closing the disability employment gap.

Blind and partially sighted people need more employment opportunities

The Royal Society for Blind Children is encouraging employers to provide more opportunities for young people who are vision impaired.

Angela Matthews: The impact of workplace adjustments on employee stress and wellbeing

Angela Matthews discusses the findings of the Great Big Workplace Adjustments Survey and invites you to take to part in the 2023 survey.

Employees with Disabilities: The Ultimate Guide for Managers

An introduction for managers to the rights of disabled employees and your responsibilties as an employer. Plus links to further information sources.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities – employers not doing enough

International Day of Persons with Disabilities: 46% of employers do not report on the number of disabled people they employ.

Disabled workforce increases by 53% – How can you support them?

New research reveals the accessibility concerns facing disabled workers across the UK and how businesses can support them.

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