Despite advancements in civil rights protections and non-discrimination laws, people with disabilities continued to be employed at much lower rates than their non-disabled peers. This unacceptable practice persists for many reasons, all of which need to end. It is well established that people with disabilities also experience higher rates of poverty. The only route out of poverty is WORK, yet we continue to deny individuals the opportunity for real work at real wages. Let's end this practice now and understand that when everybody works, everybody wins.
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize and accept that employment opportunities are a right for everyone including individuals with significant disabilities.
- Understand multiple strategies/approaches to employment and how to best utilize these to meet employment needs of individuals facing workplace barriers.
- Generate 3 positive statements to support and encourage individuals to seek real jobs at real wages.
Speaker(s)
Bates-Harris