WIOA/ Workforce Development
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) maintains a primary focus on assisting job seekers with and without disabilities in succeeding in the labor market, matching employers with skilled workers who benefit from education, skills training, and career services from the workforce development system. The LEAD Center is focused on highlighting the opportunities presented in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to build integrated cross-system collaborations that improve employment and economic outcomes for youth and adult job seekers with disabilities.
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Resources
- A Resource Developed by LEAD Center for ODEP
Reviewing Your State’s WIOA Unified or Combined State Plan (WIOA Title I Requirements)
| March 2016 | Tool/Manual
LEAD Center
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires the Governor of each State to submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the Secretary of DOL by April 1, 2016 that outlines a four-year strategy for the State’s workforce development...
Reviewing Your State’s WIOA Unified or Combined State Plan (WIOA Title IV Vocational Rehabilitation Requirements)
| March 2016 | Tool/Manual
LEAD Center
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires the Governor of each State to submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the Secretary of DOL by April 1, 2016 that outlines a four-year strategy for the State’s workforce development...
Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act: Summary Review of the DOL Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, from a Disability Perspective
| February 2016 | Report/Brief
LEAD Center
The purpose of this policy brief is to provide a summary of the NPRM implementing the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity provisions of Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) from a disability perspective.
EARN Policy Brief Summarizing NRPM on Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities in the Federal Government
February 2016 | Report/Brief
EARN: Employer Assistance and Resource Network
This policy brief from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network (EARN) summarizes a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NRPM) from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commision (EEOC).
2015 Workforce Recruitment Program
Website
Departments of Defense and Labor
The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private sector employers nationwide with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their...
American Job Center
Website
The American Job Center Network provides a single, 24-7 access point for key federal programs and critical local resources to help people find a job, identify training programs, and tap into resources to help them gain skills in growing industries.
Living with HIV: ADA Rights of HIV-Positive Employees
Website
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals with HIV infection or AIDS are protected against workplace discrimination and harrasment regarding their condition, afforded workplace privacy rights and may have legal rights to request...
Work Early, Work Often Video Series
November 2015 | Video
Youth Transitions Collaborative
The video series highlights the importance of work and work-based experiences in the transition to adulthood and was created by the Youth Transitions Collaborative, a community of more than 45 organizations that
Report on the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in the Federal Executive Branch
October 2015 | Report/Brief
U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
On July 26, 2010, President Obama issued Executive Order (E.O.) 13548 on Increasing Federal Employment of Individuals with Disabilities, to mark the historic 20th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). E.O.
Promising Practices in Achieving Universal Access and Equal Opportunity: A Section 188 Disability Reference Guide
| September 2015 | Tool/Manual
United States Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor has developed this Reference Guide to assist AJCs by providing promising practices that correlate with specific nondiscrimination requirements in Section 188 and the current Section 188 regulations.
- A Resource Developed by LEAD Center for ODEP
Webinars
WIOA Disability-Related Reporting: A Deep Dive into the Participant Individual Record Layout (PIRL)
September 24, 2020
Access to quality data makes good policy possible and workforce services accessible for everyone.
WIOA from a Disability Perspective & Section 188: A Powerful Foundation for Access - Series 1 of 3
March 7, 2018
The series kicks-off with an overview of disability-related provisions in WIOA and its Section 188 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination regulations.
WIOA From a Disability Perspective: An Overview - Part 1 of 4
February 25, 2015
The LEAD Center, funded by the US Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Policy, is hosting a four-part webinar series titled "WIOA From a Disability Perspective."
WIOA State Plan Modifications from a Disability Perspective: Recommendations for Ensuring Inclusion and Equal Opportunity in State Plan Updates
February 21, 2018
Mark your calendars and register today for this important webinar – Wednesday, February 21, 2018 from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. ET.
LEAD On! Articles
News
OPM Issues Final Rule to Simplify Schedule A Hiring Authority for Persons With Disabilities
February 21, 2013
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issued final regulations for the “Schedule A Hiring Authority” to simplify the hiring process of people with intellectual, significant and psychiatric disabilities by not requiring candidates who have...
Monster.Com First in Industry to Make Website Accessible for Blind Users
January 30, 2013
The popular job search website Monster.com will be the first job search and recruitment website in the industry to provide job seekers who are blind with full and equal access to all of its products and services including mobile applications.
U.S. Labor Department Awards $1.1 million Grant to Establish Technical Assistance Center for Increasing Employment of People with Disabilities
September 27, 2012
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy on Sept.
Blogs
My Greatest Regret is Never Having Worn the Uniform
November 11, 2014
There is a lot of talk today about “1 percent of the population.” When most people hear that phrase, they immediately think of the smallest percentage of the population with the greatest wealth. They think of the ‘have’s’ vs. the ‘have not’s.’
Bring Your Whole Self...To the Job Search
October 29, 2014
I’ve had the pleasure of listening to Kathy Martinez, Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, speak on a number of different occasions over the years.
Advancing the Ideals of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 24, 2014
As we head into the final week of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), much progress has been in the disability employment movement. Momentum is obviously on our side. But, that does not mean the road ahead will be easy or as fast...
Eight Actions You Can Consider to Support Youth and Adults with Disabilities in WIOA Implementation
October 14, 2014
President Obama signed the Workforce innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) into law on July 22, 2014.
In the Know: Opening the Doors of Small Business to Employees with Disabilities - Critical Concerns, and Strategies to Success
September 15, 2014
Small businesses are the backbone of our nation's economy. In fact, in the United States, small businesses account for over 50 percent of all newly created jobs. While small businesses can provide excellent opportunities for millions of Americans,...
In the Know: Poverty and Opportunity Profile - Disability
August 14, 2014
In the Know is a bi-monthly feature on the LEAD Center blog that will highlight important resources and information about the employment, policy and economic advancement of people with disabilities.
In the Know: American Job Center
July 10, 2014
In the Know is a bi-monthly feature on the LEAD Center blog that will highlight important resources and information about the employment, policy and economic advancement of people with disabilities.
In the Know: Persons with Disabilities: Labor Force Characteristics Summary
June 19, 2014
Our nation's economy continues to improve, the overall unemployment rate continues to fall and businesses are hiring at rates near pre-Great Recession levels. Unfortunately, however, the employment situation for people with disabilities is largely...
In the Know: Research Brief: Disability Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Practices and Policies: Who Has Them and What Difference Does it Really Make?
May 21, 2014
Dedicated to advancing knowledge, policies and practices to enhance the opportunities of people with disabilities, Cornell University's Employment and Disability Institute recently released this report to further examine inclusive workforce...
In the Know: Report on the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in the Federal Executive Branch
April 8, 2014
This highly anticipated report from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) offers exciting news about employment of persons with disabilities in the federal government.
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Resources
- A Resource Developed by LEAD Center for ODEP
Reviewing Your State’s WIOA Unified or Combined State Plan (WIOA Title I Requirements)
| March 2016 | Tool/Manual
LEAD Center
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires the Governor of each State to submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the Secretary of DOL by April 1, 2016 that outlines a four-year strategy for the State’s workforce development...
Reviewing Your State’s WIOA Unified or Combined State Plan (WIOA Title IV Vocational Rehabilitation Requirements)
| March 2016 | Tool/Manual
LEAD Center
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires the Governor of each State to submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the Secretary of DOL by April 1, 2016 that outlines a four-year strategy for the State’s workforce development...
Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act: Summary Review of the DOL Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, from a Disability Perspective
| February 2016 | Report/Brief
LEAD Center
The purpose of this policy brief is to provide a summary of the NPRM implementing the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity provisions of Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) from a disability perspective.
EARN Policy Brief Summarizing NRPM on Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities in the Federal Government
February 2016 | Report/Brief
EARN: Employer Assistance and Resource Network
This policy brief from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network (EARN) summarizes a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NRPM) from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commision (EEOC).
2015 Workforce Recruitment Program
Website
Departments of Defense and Labor
The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private sector employers nationwide with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their...
American Job Center
Website
The American Job Center Network provides a single, 24-7 access point for key federal programs and critical local resources to help people find a job, identify training programs, and tap into resources to help them gain skills in growing industries.
Living with HIV: ADA Rights of HIV-Positive Employees
Website
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals with HIV infection or AIDS are protected against workplace discrimination and harrasment regarding their condition, afforded workplace privacy rights and may have legal rights to request...
Work Early, Work Often Video Series
November 2015 | Video
Youth Transitions Collaborative
The video series highlights the importance of work and work-based experiences in the transition to adulthood and was created by the Youth Transitions Collaborative, a community of more than 45 organizations that
Report on the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in the Federal Executive Branch
October 2015 | Report/Brief
U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
On July 26, 2010, President Obama issued Executive Order (E.O.) 13548 on Increasing Federal Employment of Individuals with Disabilities, to mark the historic 20th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). E.O.
Promising Practices in Achieving Universal Access and Equal Opportunity: A Section 188 Disability Reference Guide
| September 2015 | Tool/Manual
United States Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor has developed this Reference Guide to assist AJCs by providing promising practices that correlate with specific nondiscrimination requirements in Section 188 and the current Section 188 regulations.
- A Resource Developed by LEAD Center for ODEP
Webinars
WIOA Disability-Related Reporting: A Deep Dive into the Participant Individual Record Layout (PIRL)
September 24, 2020
Access to quality data makes good policy possible and workforce services accessible for everyone.
WIOA from a Disability Perspective & Section 188: A Powerful Foundation for Access - Series 1 of 3
March 7, 2018
The series kicks-off with an overview of disability-related provisions in WIOA and its Section 188 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination regulations.
WIOA From a Disability Perspective: An Overview - Part 1 of 4
February 25, 2015
The LEAD Center, funded by the US Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Policy, is hosting a four-part webinar series titled "WIOA From a Disability Perspective."
WIOA State Plan Modifications from a Disability Perspective: Recommendations for Ensuring Inclusion and Equal Opportunity in State Plan Updates
February 21, 2018
Mark your calendars and register today for this important webinar – Wednesday, February 21, 2018 from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. ET.
LEAD On! Articles
News
OPM Issues Final Rule to Simplify Schedule A Hiring Authority for Persons With Disabilities
February 21, 2013
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issued final regulations for the “Schedule A Hiring Authority” to simplify the hiring process of people with intellectual, significant and psychiatric disabilities by not requiring candidates who have...
Monster.Com First in Industry to Make Website Accessible for Blind Users
January 30, 2013
The popular job search website Monster.com will be the first job search and recruitment website in the industry to provide job seekers who are blind with full and equal access to all of its products and services including mobile applications.
U.S. Labor Department Awards $1.1 million Grant to Establish Technical Assistance Center for Increasing Employment of People with Disabilities
September 27, 2012
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy on Sept.
Blogs
My Greatest Regret is Never Having Worn the Uniform
November 11, 2014
There is a lot of talk today about “1 percent of the population.” When most people hear that phrase, they immediately think of the smallest percentage of the population with the greatest wealth. They think of the ‘have’s’ vs. the ‘have not’s.’
Bring Your Whole Self...To the Job Search
October 29, 2014
I’ve had the pleasure of listening to Kathy Martinez, Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, speak on a number of different occasions over the years.
Advancing the Ideals of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 24, 2014
As we head into the final week of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), much progress has been in the disability employment movement. Momentum is obviously on our side. But, that does not mean the road ahead will be easy or as fast...
Eight Actions You Can Consider to Support Youth and Adults with Disabilities in WIOA Implementation
October 14, 2014
President Obama signed the Workforce innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) into law on July 22, 2014.
In the Know: Opening the Doors of Small Business to Employees with Disabilities - Critical Concerns, and Strategies to Success
September 15, 2014
Small businesses are the backbone of our nation's economy. In fact, in the United States, small businesses account for over 50 percent of all newly created jobs. While small businesses can provide excellent opportunities for millions of Americans,...
In the Know: Poverty and Opportunity Profile - Disability
August 14, 2014
In the Know is a bi-monthly feature on the LEAD Center blog that will highlight important resources and information about the employment, policy and economic advancement of people with disabilities.
In the Know: American Job Center
July 10, 2014
In the Know is a bi-monthly feature on the LEAD Center blog that will highlight important resources and information about the employment, policy and economic advancement of people with disabilities.
In the Know: Persons with Disabilities: Labor Force Characteristics Summary
June 19, 2014
Our nation's economy continues to improve, the overall unemployment rate continues to fall and businesses are hiring at rates near pre-Great Recession levels. Unfortunately, however, the employment situation for people with disabilities is largely...
In the Know: Research Brief: Disability Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Practices and Policies: Who Has Them and What Difference Does it Really Make?
May 21, 2014
Dedicated to advancing knowledge, policies and practices to enhance the opportunities of people with disabilities, Cornell University's Employment and Disability Institute recently released this report to further examine inclusive workforce...
In the Know: Report on the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in the Federal Executive Branch
April 8, 2014
This highly anticipated report from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) offers exciting news about employment of persons with disabilities in the federal government.
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Resources
- A Resource Developed by LEAD Center for ODEP
Reviewing Your State’s WIOA Unified or Combined State Plan (WIOA Title I Requirements)
| March 2016 | Tool/Manual
LEAD Center
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires the Governor of each State to submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the Secretary of DOL by April 1, 2016 that outlines a four-year strategy for the State’s workforce development...
Reviewing Your State’s WIOA Unified or Combined State Plan (WIOA Title IV Vocational Rehabilitation Requirements)
| March 2016 | Tool/Manual
LEAD Center
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires the Governor of each State to submit a Unified or Combined State Plan to the Secretary of DOL by April 1, 2016 that outlines a four-year strategy for the State’s workforce development...
Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act: Summary Review of the DOL Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, from a Disability Perspective
| February 2016 | Report/Brief
LEAD Center
The purpose of this policy brief is to provide a summary of the NPRM implementing the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity provisions of Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) from a disability perspective.
EARN Policy Brief Summarizing NRPM on Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities in the Federal Government
February 2016 | Report/Brief
EARN: Employer Assistance and Resource Network
This policy brief from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network (EARN) summarizes a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NRPM) from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commision (EEOC).
2015 Workforce Recruitment Program
Website
Departments of Defense and Labor
The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private sector employers nationwide with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their...
American Job Center
Website
The American Job Center Network provides a single, 24-7 access point for key federal programs and critical local resources to help people find a job, identify training programs, and tap into resources to help them gain skills in growing industries.
Living with HIV: ADA Rights of HIV-Positive Employees
Website
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals with HIV infection or AIDS are protected against workplace discrimination and harrasment regarding their condition, afforded workplace privacy rights and may have legal rights to request...
Work Early, Work Often Video Series
November 2015 | Video
Youth Transitions Collaborative
The video series highlights the importance of work and work-based experiences in the transition to adulthood and was created by the Youth Transitions Collaborative, a community of more than 45 organizations that
Report on the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in the Federal Executive Branch
October 2015 | Report/Brief
U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
On July 26, 2010, President Obama issued Executive Order (E.O.) 13548 on Increasing Federal Employment of Individuals with Disabilities, to mark the historic 20th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). E.O.
Promising Practices in Achieving Universal Access and Equal Opportunity: A Section 188 Disability Reference Guide
| September 2015 | Tool/Manual
United States Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor has developed this Reference Guide to assist AJCs by providing promising practices that correlate with specific nondiscrimination requirements in Section 188 and the current Section 188 regulations.
- A Resource Developed by LEAD Center for ODEP
Webinars
WIOA Disability-Related Reporting: A Deep Dive into the Participant Individual Record Layout (PIRL)
September 24, 2020
Access to quality data makes good policy possible and workforce services accessible for everyone.
WIOA from a Disability Perspective & Section 188: A Powerful Foundation for Access - Series 1 of 3
March 7, 2018
The series kicks-off with an overview of disability-related provisions in WIOA and its Section 188 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination regulations.
WIOA From a Disability Perspective: An Overview - Part 1 of 4
February 25, 2015
The LEAD Center, funded by the US Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Policy, is hosting a four-part webinar series titled "WIOA From a Disability Perspective."
WIOA State Plan Modifications from a Disability Perspective: Recommendations for Ensuring Inclusion and Equal Opportunity in State Plan Updates
February 21, 2018
Mark your calendars and register today for this important webinar – Wednesday, February 21, 2018 from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. ET.
LEAD On! Articles
News
OPM Issues Final Rule to Simplify Schedule A Hiring Authority for Persons With Disabilities
February 21, 2013
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issued final regulations for the “Schedule A Hiring Authority” to simplify the hiring process of people with intellectual, significant and psychiatric disabilities by not requiring candidates who have...
Monster.Com First in Industry to Make Website Accessible for Blind Users
January 30, 2013
The popular job search website Monster.com will be the first job search and recruitment website in the industry to provide job seekers who are blind with full and equal access to all of its products and services including mobile applications.
U.S. Labor Department Awards $1.1 million Grant to Establish Technical Assistance Center for Increasing Employment of People with Disabilities
September 27, 2012
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy on Sept.
Blogs
My Greatest Regret is Never Having Worn the Uniform
November 11, 2014
There is a lot of talk today about “1 percent of the population.” When most people hear that phrase, they immediately think of the smallest percentage of the population with the greatest wealth. They think of the ‘have’s’ vs. the ‘have not’s.’
Bring Your Whole Self...To the Job Search
October 29, 2014
I’ve had the pleasure of listening to Kathy Martinez, Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, speak on a number of different occasions over the years.
Advancing the Ideals of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 24, 2014
As we head into the final week of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), much progress has been in the disability employment movement. Momentum is obviously on our side. But, that does not mean the road ahead will be easy or as fast...
Eight Actions You Can Consider to Support Youth and Adults with Disabilities in WIOA Implementation
October 14, 2014
President Obama signed the Workforce innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) into law on July 22, 2014.
In the Know: Opening the Doors of Small Business to Employees with Disabilities - Critical Concerns, and Strategies to Success
September 15, 2014
Small businesses are the backbone of our nation's economy. In fact, in the United States, small businesses account for over 50 percent of all newly created jobs. While small businesses can provide excellent opportunities for millions of Americans,...
In the Know: Poverty and Opportunity Profile - Disability
August 14, 2014
In the Know is a bi-monthly feature on the LEAD Center blog that will highlight important resources and information about the employment, policy and economic advancement of people with disabilities.
In the Know: American Job Center
July 10, 2014
In the Know is a bi-monthly feature on the LEAD Center blog that will highlight important resources and information about the employment, policy and economic advancement of people with disabilities.
In the Know: Persons with Disabilities: Labor Force Characteristics Summary
June 19, 2014
Our nation's economy continues to improve, the overall unemployment rate continues to fall and businesses are hiring at rates near pre-Great Recession levels. Unfortunately, however, the employment situation for people with disabilities is largely...
In the Know: Research Brief: Disability Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Practices and Policies: Who Has Them and What Difference Does it Really Make?
May 21, 2014
Dedicated to advancing knowledge, policies and practices to enhance the opportunities of people with disabilities, Cornell University's Employment and Disability Institute recently released this report to further examine inclusive workforce...
In the Know: Report on the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in the Federal Executive Branch
April 8, 2014
This highly anticipated report from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) offers exciting news about employment of persons with disabilities in the federal government.