Resources
Resource: The Olmstead effect: Celebrating 25 years of positive change
(June 20, 2024)
This blog post from Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Taryn Williams, who leads the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), reflects on the Olmstead decision, its impacts thus far, and its promises for a future of continued independence for people with disabilities.
Resource: Financial Literacy Education under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
(May, 2024)
Financial independence comes through education around financial topics, such as creating budgets, opening checking and savings accounts, and managing debt. Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), youth participants and adult job seekers with and without disabilities may be able to receive this vital financial literacy education. Learn more about services and resources to support financial independence.
Resource: Business Ownership, Self-Employment and Entrepreneurship Among People with Disabilities
(May 14, 2024)
For economic empowerment and independence, many people with disabilities seek small-business ownership and self-employment because of the freedom and flexibility they offer when compared to traditional employment. This document discusses the latest data around entrepreneurs with disabilities and what it may indicate for the future.
(May 12, 2022)
As the use of artificial intelligence and other technology grows, it is important to consider equitable access to and treatment of all users, including people with disabilities. This document provides tips to employers on how to comply with the ADA when using software in the hiring process and to job applicants and employees who think that their rights may have been violated.