Disability and Inclusion in the Workplace
According to the World Health Organization, 1.6 billion people in the world presently have a significant disability. That’s around 1 in 6 people living with a medical condition that potentially affects their ability to perform the essential functions of their position if they are members of the workforce.[1] Disabled employees often face obstacles that prevent them from performing their desired or obtained job completely. When working without proper accommodation, it also reduces their productivity in the workforce, harming their employers. Sadly, a significant number of employers and job opportunities fail to adequately accommodate them, resulting in a substantial gap in productivity or inability to work at all. This not only hinders businesses from accessing the finest talents but deprives disabled individuals of the most fitting career prospects that align with their abilities. Discover solutions on Disability Inclusion and Accommodation in the Workplace, a podcast uniting disabled individuals, employers, HR officers, and legal experts. This podcast is the ultimate guide to advocating for accessibility. Empower yourself to assert your needs and let your employers provide the necessary support to enhance your productivity, regardless of personal difficulties. Empower your business by assisting your disabled employees with accommodations they need for a productive work environment. For employers, consider this a guide to creating an inclusive workplace where all feel welcome. Learn to make employees comfortable and valued while ensuring compliance with employment laws. Gain insights from industry leaders in the United States and worldwide as they share inclusive approaches implemented in their professional setups. This show delves into the crucial role of HR officers in shaping workplace culture; enhance your knowledge of creating an inclusive hiring and onboarding process. Explore the most effective approaches to attract and recruit talented individuals with disabilities for your team. This podcast caters to lawyers who specialize or work on legal matters related to workplace compliance. Keep abreast of the most recent updates and changes in corporate and business law that impact disabled employees. Esteemed host Eric Pines brings a wealth of experience as a labor and employment attorney. His practice focuses on representing United States federal employees who require reasonable accommodation and/or disability retirement. Mr. Pines is in-house counsel for the largest federal employee labor union representing employees at the Social Security Administration, the V.A., and all other federal agencies. With a strong background in collective bargaining, fighting disability discrimination under the ADA/Rehabilitation Act of 1973, assisting with reasonable accommodation, mediation and dispute resolution, Eric possesses exceptional skills to navigate the intricacies of workplace dynamics. What distinguishes Eric is his professional expertise and his personal connections. Having close family members with disabilities, he is driven by a profound passion to empower employees and employers in fostering inclusive workplaces. Eric believes in providing people with the opportunity to showcase their abilities and thrive in a fair and fulfilling work environment. Eric draws from his expertise as a Federal Employee Mediator at the Library of Congress, ensuring well-rounded, captivating, and enlightening discussions. It is crucial to create a workplace environment free from discrimination and belittlement towards disabled employees. They demonstrate that their circumstances do not hinder them from pursuing fulfilling careers or contributing valuable skills. They exhibit remarkable talents and abilities, defeating significant challenges in life while undoing social barriers and overcoming career obstacles. Listen to Disability Inclusion in the Workplace at www.pinesfederal.com.
