by Timi | Dec 19, 2023 | Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
A former Amazon employee with Asperger’s syndrome claimed he was bullied and abused by co-workers at a warehouse in San Bernardino, Calif. and the company did nothing when he spoke up. Co-workers called him “retard,” “a waste of life,” and one person asked why he was...
by Timi | Dec 8, 2023 | Accessible Employment, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
Hardly any adults with autism are receiving supports to help them find or keep a job, new research shows, and even among the few who do, the services are often far too short-term. Some 1.98 million working-age individuals on the spectrum — or almost 99% — accessed no...
by Timi | Sep 26, 2023 | Chronic Illness, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
Supporting people challenged by their mental health in the workplace is an essential aspect of employee well-being and overall organizational success. In recent years, employers have increasingly recognized the importance of the mental health of their employees...
by Timi | Sep 17, 2023 | Accessible Employment, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
In this edition, we will delve into a topic that is crucial for fostering disability inclusion within organizations – the role of leadership. Strong and inclusive leadership plays a pivotal role in setting the tone, driving change, and creating an environment...
by Timi | Aug 15, 2023 | Accessible Buildings, Accessible Employment, AODA Compliance, AODA Standards, AODA Training, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the journey towards true diversity and inclusion has taken center stage across industries and organizations. One vital aspect of this journey is disability inclusion – a commitment to ensuring that every individual,...
by Timi | Jun 29, 2023 | Company Culture, Employment
Diversity is complex and not as simple as some people may think, but having true diversity will improve every aspect of your business. The government defines diversity as “the range of similarities and differences each individual brings to the workplace,...
