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NDEAM 2024
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The theme for NDEAM 2024 is Access to Good Jobs for All which is aligned with DOR's mission and statewide initiatives focused on equitable employment opportunities for all Californians. In a recent business.com article, writer Jennifer Dublino explores why hiring people with disabilities is good for business. Click on the link for the full story: https://bit.ly/3rtKNcO
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The theme for this year is Access to Good Jobs for All which is aligned with DOR's mission and statewide initiatives focused on equitable employment opportunities for all Californians. Click the link in our bio for a recent business.com article that explores why hiring people with disabilities is good for business. https://bit.ly/3rtKNcO
It’s #NDEAM! Find out why hiring people with disabilities is good for business! https://bit.ly/3rtKNcO
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Accessibility
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It’s #NDEAM! Accessibility is essential for a disability-inclusive workplace; however, many companies may
not know the steps to take to ensure accessibility within all levels of an organization. The Employer
Assistance and Resource Network defines the various aspects of accessibility and outlines the positive
benefits an accessible workplace can have on a company’s culture, productivity and employee morale. https://bit.ly/4epWM2u
#NDEAM #DORWorks
It’s NDEAM! Accessibility is essential for a disability-inclusive workplace; however, many companies may not
know the steps to take to ensure accessibility within all levels of an organization. The Employer Assistance
and Resource Network defines the various aspects of accessibility and outlines the positive benefits an accessible
workplace can have on a company’s culture, productivity and employee morale. Follow the link in our bio for more
information and tips.
#NDEAM #DORWorks
It’s #NDEAM! Read how organizations can create a fully accessible workplace that benefits employees with and without
disabilities: https://bit.ly/4epWM2u
#NDEAM #DORWorks
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Equity
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Equity in the workplace is the idea that all employees are provided with fair and equal opportunities based on
their individual needs. For employees with disabilities, that can include providing accommodations i.e. specialized
equipment, modifications to the work environment, that will allow them to perform their job duties. But how can
employers take an equitable approach when providing accommodations? Check out how one company decided to chart a
new course in their accommodations process: https://blog.auticon.com/workplace-accommodations-taking-an-equity-approach/
#NDEAM #DORWorks
Equity in the workplace is the idea that all employees are provided with fair and equal opportunities based on their
individual needs. For employees with disabilities, that can include providing accommodations i.e. specialized equipment,
modifications to the work environment, that will allow them to perform their job duties. But how can employers take an
equitable approach when providing accommodations? Click on the link in our bio to read how one company decided to chart
a new course in their accommodations process.
#NDEAM #DORWorks
It’s NDEAM! Find out the top 9 strategies to create an equitable workplace:
https://www.betterup.com/blog/equity-in-the-
workplace#:~:text=in%20the%20workplace.-
,What%20is%20equity%20in%20the%20workplace%3F
,of%20opportunities%20available%20to%20them.
#NDEAM #DORWorks
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Inclusion
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#NDEAM Disability inclusion in the workplace means more than just hiring people with disabilities. It is a commitment by an
organization to embrace differences and recognize the strength and value of all employees. Companies with strong disability
inclusion programs have better access to talent and better employee retention.
https://www.understood.org/en/articles/disability-inclusion-at-work
#NDEAM #DORWorks
#NDEAM Disability inclusion in the workplace means more than just hiring people with disabilities. It is a commitment by an organization to embrace differences and recognize the strength and value of all employees. Companies with strong disability inclusion programs have better access to talent and better employee retention.
#NDEAM Find out how disability inclusion strategies can expand the talent pool and strengthen the workforce.
https://www.understood.org/en/articles/disability-inclusion-at-work
#NDEAM #DORWorks
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Employment
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The State as an employer is committed to expanding employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The Limited
Examination Appointment Program (LEAP) provides people with disabilities an alternative pathway to state service and
DOR’s State Internship Program (SIP) provides individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities an opportunity
to gain entry to state employment through paid on the job training and coaching within a state department. Click on the
link to learn more about the LEAP and SIP programs: https://www.dor.ca.gov/Home/SIP
#NDEAM #DORWorks
The State as an employer is committed to expanding employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The Limited
Examination Appointment Program (LEAP) provides people with disabilities an alternative pathway to state service and
DOR’s State Internship Program (SIP) provides individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities an opportunity
to gain entry to state employment through paid on the job training and coaching within a state department. Click on the
link in our bio to learn more about the LEAP and SIP programs.
#NDEAM #DORWorks
#NDEAM. Find out how the State of California and DOR are providing alternative pathways to state employment for people
with disabilities. https://www.dor.ca.gov/Home/SIP
#NDEAM #DORWorks
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Text at top of graphic reads, National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Woman in a wheelchair is working at a desk. Text overlay reads, Employment. Access to Good Jobs for All. Hashtag NDEAM