Striving to remove barriers that prevent us from building Vibrant, Diverse, Inclusive, Accessible Communities!

Ready to move from good intentions to measurable action? This timely piece lays out five concrete moves any team can start on now—framed by the proven shift toward the social model of disability, which focuses on removing barriers rather than “fixing” people.
You’ll get crisp guidance on rethinking roles, simplifying applications, and making interviews and onboarding accessible—plus tips to standardize what works. If you track progress, tools like the Disability Equality Index overview can help benchmark policies and identify gaps to close.
People leaders, HR, and procurement teams will find practical ways to partner with Disabled employees, fund accommodations, and root out biased defaults. Expect advice that helps your organization name and address everyday barriers linked to ableism—so People with Disabilities can contribute fully.
Bottom line: this is a compact checklist you can act on this quarter—from inclusive job design to accessible tech and meetings—so momentum doesn’t stall. For a quick primer on why digital experiences must be part of the plan, see this note on prioritizing digital accessibility.
Read the Full Article: 5 Practical Steps to Advance Disability Inclusion
by: Keely Cat-Wells
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