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5 days ago · Talila A. Lewis (“TL”) defines ableism as “a system of assigning value to people’s bodies and minds based on societally constructed ideas of normalcy, productivity, desirability, intelligence, excellence, and fitness.”. Critically, TL observes that one does not “have to be disabled to experience ableism.”.
2 days ago · The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed in 1990 to protect against discrimination and requires workplaces to offer reasonable accommodations. Still, many employees or job candidates ...
2 days ago · The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently issued a final rule, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities Receiving...
2 days ago · However, individuals with disabilities often encounter obstacles in accessing employment opportunities, facing prejudice, and encountering physical or attitudinal barriers in the workplace. To foster disability inclusivity, organizations must adopt a proactive approach that encompasses both physical accessibility and cultural shift.
1 day ago · Why Accessible Digital Experiences Matter. Whether your company is more motivated by fear or opportunity, there are easy arguments to make to get traction in ADA compliance. The fear angle is straightforward: The longer you stay out of compliance, the higher your risk for lawsuits. They’re still relatively uncommon, but all it will take is a ...
May 15, 2024 · Each of these federal laws protects people with disabilities from discrimination. This guidance also provides resources for additional information and best practices.
5 days ago · The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted by Congress in 1990 to protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination in access to employment, governmental services and programs, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications.
