Have questions about employing individuals with disabilities, but don't know where to find the answers?
Browse our collection of online resources on the intersection of employment and disability.
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This detailed guide developed by the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Access Board describes the requirements under the current ADA Standards. It is intended to be used along with the full text ADA Standards.
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Main page for accessing the full text of the current ADA Standards for Buildings and Sites.
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The Center for Education and Workforce, through its research, programs, and policy on education and skills training, mobilizes the business community to be more engaged partners, challenge the status quo, and connect education and workforce reforms to economic development.
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EARN stands for Employer Assistance and Resource Network. EARN provides technical assistance exclusively for employers in their efforts to recruit, hire, and retain employees with disabilities.
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Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is a website funded by the U.S. Department of Labor that provides free, confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issue. They provide one-on-one assistance over the phone, online, and have a website offering a wealth of online resources.
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The mission of the NOD is to expand the participation and contribution of America's 54 million men, women and children with disabilities in all aspects of life.
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Training and networking events to recognize and improve services veterans, service members, and their families who face challenges associated with military experiences and lifestyle, particularly the invisible wounds of war. No Wrong Door is for anyone who serves or works with veterans.
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The Office of Disability Employment Policy provides leadership to increase employment opportunities for adults and youth with disabilities. Its customers include individuals with disabilities and their families; private employers and their employees; Federal, State and local government agencies; education and training institutions; disability advocates and providers of services and government employers. ODEP also provides information on the employment provisions of the ADA.
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The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a new site for connecting employers and recruiters with highly motivated postsecondary students and recent graduates with disabilities. Employers and recruiter registration is in progress. Students may register on August 26, 2019. WRP is a collaboration between the US Department of Labor's Office of Disability and Employment Policy (ODEP) and the US Department of Defense.
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WID is a non-profit public policy center dedicated to the promotion of independence and full inclusion in society of people with disabilities. Their site contains free and paid printed resources, and they offer consulting services.
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The Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) at Virginia Commonwealth University provides resources for professionals, individuals with disabilities, and their representatives by developing and advancing evidence-based practices to increase the hiring and retention for individuals with disabilities.
