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Many people believe there should be jobs reserved for people with disabilities much like how parking spots are reserved for people with disabilities. They think this is the best way to help people with disabilities find successful employment in the long-term. What do you think? Is "reserved employment" a good idea for people with disabilities and is it a good idea in general? Or do you disagree with the concept entirely? #reservedjobs #disabilityemployment

Stop Using Tone Deaf & Impaired: How To Be More Intentional And Inclusive In Disability Language From Toby Wong for Forbes Communications Council- "Disability is an identity with language that is uncomfortable to those without disabilities. Maybe you believe the false narrative that disability is bad and tragic—until it happens to you or your business stakeholders temporarily, situationally or permanently. The language around disability has the power to exclude and isolate people with disabilities from those without. As words and actions matter, business leaders must learn to be intentional about how they speak about disability to be inclusive to their many stakeholders with a disability. #AccessibilityInTheNews https://lnkd.in/gBrxzvaK

Many of you who have met me in person may not actually be aware that I have a profound hearing loss. I've spent a HUGE amount of time and effort in ensuring that my disability remains hidden in the fear that people will treat me differently. And sometimes they do... however I have come to realise that most of the time people are more than willing to assist in any way that they can. Now that I am older and wiser, I am embracing my disability. It is a part of what makes me who I am. Having a lifelong disability has provided me with excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability and communication skills. It has also taught me to be more accepting of others - you never know what hidden disability they may be living with. If you need someone to help your organisation embrace disability inclusivity, either through providing assistance with developing inclusivity plans or providing a lived-experience story-telling session, please reach out to me. If you work in procurement/sourcing and would like to explore how you can engage with suppliers that have disabilities as part of your social procurement activities - I am here to help! (and engaging me would be taking the first step to engaging a business owned by a disabled person) Please contact me via email: mel.ogden@inclusivebusinesssolutions.com.au ID: A drawing of an ear with a hearing aid

Inclusion should be practice all year. Nevertheless, Disability Pride Month is a good opportunity to remind people that inclusion is everyone's responsibility. In the blog, I share a few examples of how to be inclusive to your customers and employees. Not only is this the right thing to do but it makes business sense as captured through the purple £. The UK economy loses £274 billion a year from lost revenue. Get in touch with us to help you maximise your income. DM me or contact us on the website. Visual image: In black font the text says July is Disability Pride Month, The image shows black with colour stripes representing different disabilities. The Disability Pride Flag was created by Ann Magill in 2019 and was updated in 2021 to be more inclusive. Each colour signifies a different group of disabilities: Red - physical Gold - neurodiversity White/Pale Grey - invisible or undiagnosed Blue - mental health Green - sensory disabilities including blindness + deafness Black- for disabled lives lost through negligence, suicide and ableism. #PurplePound #DisabilityPrideMonth #InclusionMatters #Communication #DeafAwareness

What are the different types of disability? Do you know the difference between a situational and a temporary disability? Most people recognise certain disabilities but don't realise that not all disabilities are constant or permanent. Accessibility Specialist Demelza Feltham explores different types, how they might affect people, and gives a huge range of examples that almost everyone can relate to. https://lnkd.in/gSChaAXk

A recent lawsuit highlights the challenges deaf/HOH professionals may face in securing workplace accommodations. Read the lawsuit regarding a deaf nurse here: tinyurl.com/nurselawsuit Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers must provide reasonable accommodations. Accommodations can include things like visual paging systems, video relay or in-person interpreting services, captioning, and more. If you believe you've been discriminated against, here is what you can do: -Document all communication and incidents. -Contact your employer's HR or a disability rights lawyer/agency -File a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). -For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/emUATKy and https://lnkd.in/er-BagDe Note: AMPHL cannot provide legal advice. If you need assistance or guidance, please consult a legal professional or an organization that specializes in disability rights. ID: Blue background with white text that reads "EEOC Sues GBMC Healthcare & Greater Baltimore Medical Center for Disability Discrimination". In the right corner is a photo of the scales of justice next to an open book and a closed book along with a judge's mallet.

If the law is not extended, New Yorkers with developmental disabilities will lose a vital program aiding them in their search for meaningful employment. The Preferred Source Program Modernization Law of 2022, which is set to expire next year, has helped New Yorkers with developmental disabilities find jobs, earn fair wages, and receive benefits while providing them with opportunities for advancement. Another Barrier for New Yorkers with Disabilities Remains to be Overcome in 2025 | https://lnkd.in/ec8sBSTp #NYS #Neurodiversity #AutismAtWork

Real-Time Text (RTT) is an important tool for those with speech or hearing disabilities who are in an emergency. With RTT, you can call or text 911 and communicate through text or a combination of voice and text. Learn more about how you can set up and use RTT at CAConnect.org/rtt #CaliforniaConnect #Telecommunications #Accessibility #Disability #Disabilities #Services #Equipment #HearingDisability #Inclusion #InclusionMatters #RealTimeText #RTT [Image Description: The text reads, "RTT and 911, Real-Time Text (RTT) allows people with speech and hearing disabilities to contact 911 using a combination of voice and text. Text centered at the bottom reads, "Learn More at CAconnect.org/rtt". The background is navy blue with a photo on the right of a close-up photo that shows 911 dialed on a smartphone. California Connect, with its' tagline "Communicate Your Way," is in the upper left corner. ]

At Sobel, Wade & Mapley, we help employees understand their rights, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a key piece of that puzzle. It's especially important to discuss the ADA during October, which is the National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The ADA ensures fair treatment for individuals with disabilities, and it’s more relevant than ever. With a 16% rise in ADA claims last year, more people are standing up for their rights in the workplace. 👉 Know Your Rights: Disabilities—visible or invisible—are protected. 👉 Ask for Accommodations: Need adjustments like a modified schedule or assistive tech? You have the right to ask. 👉 Call a Lawyer if Denied: If accommodations are denied or retaliation occurs, we’re here to help. Navigating the ADA can feel complex, but we’re here to make it simpler. Find out more with our recent blog: https://lnkd.in/eeMScpsM

There are many barriers to employment for people with disabilities, job loss and unemployment, and rules that keep us from applying. The good news is that there are keys to unlocking these barriers! Stay tuned to our page to learn what these keys are. Visit https://lnkd.in/eJF5wsNG to read all the details about the issue of employment for people with disabilities! #BarrierFreeSC #UnlockingBarriers #Disability [Graphic with dark blue background and large white text, ‘Barriers to employment for South Carolinians with disabilities, job loss and unemployment, rules that keep us from applying.’ To the right is a black and yellow illustration of a roadblock.]