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NDEAM has helped move disability employment from awareness toward action. As workplaces, policies and technology continue to change, the next chapter calls for greater access, accountability and belonging for people with disabilities.

Many employers value communication, teamwork, and other “soft skills,” but the way these qualities are assessed can unintentionally create barriers for job seekers with disabilities and neurodivergent candidates. By focusing on essential job requirements, offering accommodations, and using more inclusive evaluation methods, employers can give candidates a fair opportunity to demonstrate their skills and potential.

Digital technology has expanded opportunities for people with disabilities, but digital barriers continue to limit access to employment. From inaccessible job applications and biased AI hiring tools to exclusionary online communities and fewer remote work options, these challenges can make finding and keeping a job more difficult. Understanding and addressing these barriers is essential for creating a more inclusive workforce.

Alt text is one of the simplest ways to improve digital accessibility, yet it's also one of the most commonly overlooked. Drawing from years of accessibility testing and auditing, Aaron Linson explains what alt text is, why it matters, and how to write effective image descriptions. Through real-world examples and straightforward guidance, readers will learn how small improvements can make a big difference for people using screen readers.

Inclusion doesn't happen through policies alone. It happens through the decisions managers make every day. From communication and feedback to accommodations and performance expectations, this 7-step guide shows leaders how to create workplace systems that support disability inclusion and unlock the full potential of their teams.

Disability Pride Month is about more than recognition. It's about challenging assumptions, celebrating disability identity, and committing to a future where accessibility and inclusion are built into the way we live, work, and connect. As we celebrate Disability Pride this July, here are three important truths that can help reframe how we think about disability and accessibility.

Small business owners shape their communities every day—through the people they hire, the customers they serve, and the stories they tell. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn’t just an internal initiative. It’s something customers experience the moment they interact with your brand. That’s where marketing comes in. When done well, inclusive marketing isn’t performative. It’s practical. It reflects who you serve, how you operate, and how you show up in your community.

Relocation can be a barrier for employees with disabilities when accessibility needs go unaddressed. This guide helps HR leaders rethink relocation policies, closing gaps in housing, healthcare, and financial support to create a more inclusive, supportive transition experience.