It is a common myth that people with disabilities can’t work, because their disabilities completely limit them from performing at their job. Although there are always exceptions, often, this is a myth, and just not true!
People with disabilities are not only able to work, but also can easily meet or outperform those without disabilities. For example, one study by DuPont reported that 90% of people with disabilities got an average or better rating in their job performance. This is generally equal to the rating of 95% of those without disabilities. Many employers also have discovered that accommodations that enhance the diversity of the workforce are actually economically advantageous to them as well. For example, some accommodations that may be requested of the employer are things like offering flexible work schedules or installing accessible equipment and software. These kind of workplace improvements actually benefit productivity for all employees. Many of these workplace improvements cost employers very little. Studies from the Office of Disability Employment Policy’s Job Accommodation Network showed that that 15% of accommodations cost nothing to employers. About half (51%) of accommodations made by employers may have a modest cost ranging between $1 and $500. But, according to the U.S Department of Labor, these accommodations can also have a return on average of $5000 to the employer, paying for their implementation many times over—a smart and lucrative return on investment! A common myth in the workplace is that employing people with disabilities only benefits those individuals and it doesn’t benefit employers. It is not only a necessity to employ people with disabilities, but also of great importance. According to the U.S Census Bureau, 19% of the U.S population has a form of disability. This translates to 1 in 5 Americans having a disability. When organizations hire people with disabilities and accommodate their needs, they learn how to better serve the diverse pool of their clients, which in turn enhances their business reputation. As many of us know from our daily lives, everyone has unique strengths and limitations based on experiences, abilities and opportunities. In the past 40 years, the ADA has put many accommodations into place, including all kinds of accessibility feature. Workplaces are required to provide accommodations to allow for inclusivity for a wide range of talents and skills from a wide range of people. More and more employers are finding out that modest improvements in their worksite yield a much more inclusive and productive workforce.
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