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Disability-Inclusive Hiring (From Disability & Philanthropy Forum)
October 10, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

While there are more than 61 million adults with disabilities in the United States, only 21.3% of people with disabilities are employed – a stark contrast to the 65.4% of people without disabilities who are employed. Within the philanthropic sector, CHANGE Philanthropy’s 2022 Diversity Among Philanthropic Professionals Report found that people with disabilities working in philanthropy increased from 6.3% in 2018 to 23.1% in 2022.
To encourage this growth, we must create a culture of inclusiveness and access in our workplaces. How can philanthropy make recruiting, onboarding, and retention practices inviting and accessible for disabled candidates?
This webinar will cover topics including:
- The importance of modifying the hiring process based on candidates’ access needs.
- Examples of how to create an inclusive job listing for candidates with disabilities.
- The importance of disability representation in interview boards and hiring committees.
CART and ASL interpretation will be provided. If you require another accommodation to fully participate in the webinar, please note it in your registration, or contact us at communications@disabilityphilanthropy.org. This free webinar is presented by the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.
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