In today’s world, we hear “diversity” everywhere. It’s a buzzword. But when we think about what diversity means and the initiatives that have come to … Read more
Website Accessibility Cases Push ADA Lawsuits to New High
The number of ADA Title III [prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the activities of places of public accommodations and commercial … Read more
An HR Guide to a Disability Friendly Workplace
It’s no secret that a diverse workplace can drive a company’s success by fostering a competitive and innovative edge. In fact, more diverse teams directly … Read more
3 Ways to Support Employees With a Mental Illness
Recently, I had the incredible honor of being on a panel with Katie Strong. Katie, a clinical psychologist, ran over 2,500 miles last year starting in … Read more
Make Disability a Part of Your 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility
It seems like the holiday season gets marketed earlier with each passing year. This year, I had barely closed the door on my last trick-or-treater when I … Read more
It Matters What You Do For Parents After the Baby Is Born
Being a new parent is an exhilarating experience. But despite the joy that a new baby can bring, parents will sometimes get depressed or otherwise … Read more
Instead of Complaining About a Talent Shortage, Let’s Expand the Definition of Talent
Recruiting today misses talented people who may not directly fit the job description, or model of the “ideal hire.” Traditional hiring practices … Read more
HR Worried A Dyslexic Would Fail, So She Was Fired
Do you know that proverb “no good deed goes unpunished”? This isn’t that situation. “There was no point in continuing the training.” Last week, the EEOC … Read more
There’s An Untapped Workforce Just Waiting For You
One in five Americans has a disability. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, just 20.2% of people with disabilities participate in the labor force, … Read more
3 Ways to Create a Disability-Friendly Workplace
Employees with disabilities bring new, diverse perspectives and unique skills and talents to the workplace. Hiring people with disabilities is a win for … Read more