October 2022

By The Understood Team What is disability inclusion at work? Disability inclusion at work is about more than hiring people with disabilities. An inclusive workplace values all employees for their strengths. It offers employees with disabilities — whether visible or invisible — an equal opportunity to succeed, to learn, to be compensated fairly, and to advance. True […]

By Rachel Bozek Decision-makers don’t always think of disability inclusion as a business move. But it can strengthen companies in several ways, from bottom-line benefits to brand loyalty. Here are five disability inclusion benefits that can bring value to your company. Some of them might surprise you. 1. Increased employee retention and productivity Companies want their

Hiring people with disabilities is good for business, the economy and your team’s morale. By: Kiely Kuligowski People with disabilities have long been excluded from or underrepresented in the workforce based on low expectations and preconceived notions about their capabilities. The signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by President George H.W. Bush in 1990