People with disabilities make significant contributions to America’s workforce, but can face systemic barriers obtaining jobs and securing their financial well-being.
On this site you will learn about resources, programs and partnerships that can create an inclusive workforce system. Our work supports people with disabilities and people who work on employment and workforce development at the state and local level.
Expanding Agency Partnerships to Improve Reporting and Participant Services: A State Case Study and Resources
Multiple agencies and organizations serve participants under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). To serve these participants effectively, agencies and organizations need to coordinate effectively—and one of the keys to doing so is collecting data regarding common customers. This case study provides state and local workforce staff with resources to improve collaboration with […]
Expanding Agency Partnerships to Improve Reporting and Participant Services: A State Case Study and ResourcesDecember 2024 LEAD On! Newsletter
Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity in Practice Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Promising Practices Learn about effective practices that American Job Centers (AJCs) and employers can use to include nondiscrimination and equal opportunity into their entire employment process. ON TOPIC Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity within the Workforce System “Equal opportunity is the bedrock of American democracy, and […]
December 2024 LEAD On! NewsletterSection 188 Disability Reference Guide
This Section 188 Disability Reference Guide provides information and technical assistance that can help American Job Centers and their partners in the workforce development system meet the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity requirements for individuals with disabilities in Section 188 of WIOA. In October 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor added amendments to the guide that […]
Section 188 Disability Reference GuideEmployment Success Stories
Two important pillars of disability employment that benefit everyone include competitive integrated employment and universal design. When employees with disabilities and other barriers to employment receive the right supports, they, along with their employers, thrive. The following success stories demonstrate the positive contributions people with disabilities make to employers. Our team will share stories on […]
Employment Success StoriesFinancial Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions
I Want to Know About… What is the Social Security Administration (SSA)? The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides Americans financial protection and support throughout life’s journey. SSA administers retirement, disability, survivor, and family benefits and enrolls individuals in Medicare. They also provide Social Security numbers, which are unique identifiers needed for individuals to work, handle […]
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