Posts tagged "attitudes to disability"

Five disability advocates share some valuable insights into their advocacy work, what they wish more people understood about living with a disability, as well as their hopes for the future.

The Alvie app aims to connect those living with disabilities with like-minded people who share similar life experiences, interests and hobbies, facilitating relationships and enriching friendships.

A recent study from global human services provider APM uncovered biases and barriers faced by people with disabilities in the Australian workforce. Most alarmingly, the difficulties they face when disclosing their disabilities.

The harsh reality is chronic illness is extraordinarily common, so the first step toward meeting your obligations as an employer is to be educated.

Job interviews can be a significant barrier since people with autism often struggle to understand unstated communication and social norms.

Just 16% of adults with autism are in full-time paid employment, and most of them face bullying, discrimination and isolation.

The sobering reality is that there are many hurdles for people with disabilities to overcome if they are to get a foot in the door in a workplace.