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The first barrier most wheelchair-using job seekers face isn't a staircase. It's bias embedded by HR into a hiring algorithm that filters us out before a human sees our resume.

The First Barrier Most Wheelchair-using Job Seekers Face isn’t a Staircase. It’s Bias Embedded by HR into a Hiring Algorithm that Filters us Out Before a Human Sees Our Resume

Digital barriers are blocking job opportunities for many qualified individuals. Unsupervised AI-based automated hiring tools are having severe, detrimental effects. The results of using rigid keywords, unfair rules, and outdated assumptions to select interview candidates without human review are very…
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The four most powerful words that should come out of the mouth of any manager after an employee discloses a disability "How can I help?"

The Four Most Powerful Words that Should Come out of the Mouth of Any Manager after an Employee Discloses a Disability “How can I Help?”

Struggling to respond when an employee discloses a disability? You’re not alone. Many managers find themselves in this situation, unsure of the right approach. But with some guidance, you can navigate these conversations with confidence and empathy. Many managers freeze…
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Accessibility certifications: separating what IS good from what just sounds good

Certification is: a standardized method with a formal process that individuals use to demonstrate that they are qualified at a specific level in particular knowledge or skills. Hiring managers use certifications to identify candidates that possess the skills the organization…
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The Manager’s Practical Guide to Handling an Employee Newly Diagnosed With a Disability

Most disabilities are acquired, not congenital. Helping employees adjust to having a disability is not just a kindness; it is legally required. This is part 1 of a three-part series. Part two will be on the interactive process. This article…
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