Accessibility in the workplace
When Rachel was in Grade 6 she was reading at a Grade 1 level. She remembers her teachers saying what a sweet girl she was. Blonde, blue- eyed and always smiling she was eager to help fellow students in class. She had a reputation of being sweet yet slow. It was implied that she would […]
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Did you know that October is #DisabilityEmploymentAwareness month. When 22% ofCanadians have disabilities- both physical and intellectual- we need to take notice. Of those 22%of existing disabilities, 80% are invisible disabilities.Here are three inclusive hiring practices that employers can implement and the benefits thatcome.First, when employers offer accommodations during interviews ie. a keyboard for skillsassessment […]
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