The National Association of Disabled Staff Networks (NADSN) are a ‘super-network’ that connects disabled staff networks across the UK to share best practice. This amazing resource and presentation from NADSN takes us on a learning journey to better support people with immune disorders at work. Links Immune System Disorders in the Workplace – Welcome… Read more »
Business Disability Forum share their recommendations for what employers can do to improve the experience of disabled employees. Their Great Big Workplace Adjustments Survey 2023 sponsored by Microlink, explores the process, experience and impact of workplace adjustments, and updates their 2019 research. Disabled employees continue to struggle at work due to both individual barriers in their job… Read more »
This guide from CIPD is for HR professionals and leaders across functions who want to learn more about neurodiversity, the benefits for their organisation, and how they can support neurodivergent people to be comfortable and successful at work. The guide has two main aims: first, to raise awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace among employers;… Read more »
The Purple Space website has lots of guidance on how to create a thriving Disability Employee Network. Links Purple Space resource library (Disability Employee Networks) ‘To help you on your voyage of discovery towards inner confidence as a network / ERG leader and supporter, we have categorised our resources into three swim lanes to make… Read more »
Application forms are popular with employers because they are generic and allow easier comparison between applicants. However, this drive for uniformity can disadvantage people who may well be excellent candidates but do not have standard educational qualifications or who have gaps in their work history. Links Attracting and hiring disabled candidates (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk) Inclusive Communication Toolkit… Read more »
As a recruiting employer, you want to reach the widest possible pool of talent. How well you connect with and attract disabled candidates depends on What you say – about the job, your organisation and your approach to diversity and inclusion. How you say it – in terms of your language and accessibility Where you… Read more »