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Making Strides to Ensure Inclusion in Emerging Tech Technology and accessibility innovators came together for the 3rd annual XR Access Symposium. The event featured speakers and sessions where attendees explored new ways to ensure inclusion in virtual, augmented, and mixed realities. Chike Aguh, the United States Department of Labor’s Chief Innovation Officer, gave the keynote presentation, “Seizing the Moment: Immersive, Inclusive, and Equitable Innovation.”
Planning for Emerging Technologies @ Work Check out the latest Job Accommodation Network (JAN) webinar co-led by PEAT. Our Co-director, Bill Curtis-Davidson, interviewed inclusive technology experts from Microsoft and the Partnership on AI. The webinar delves into ways employers and HR professionals can plan for the accessible workplaces of the future. You can watch the webinar and read the transcript here.
Americans with Disabilities Act 31st Anniversary July 26th marks the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Here are some resources from the ADA National Network to help you get inspired and ready to celebrate. |
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Interviews on the Future of Work for People with Disabilities Four leaders discussed how their lived experiences with disabilities shaped their careers. Each speaker shared what they think the future holds for people with disabilities and spoke about the potential to make every workplace inclusive. Building An Accessible Future: A Teach Access Case Study Read our newly published case study, Building an Accessible Future – Teach Access: A Case Study. The case study is a companion resource to PEAT’s Accessibility Playbook for Emerging Technology Initiatives. This new resource documents the steps taken to launch and sustain Teach Access, an initiative of the Office of Disability Employment Policy, by including digital accessibility in the technology curriculum for higher education students.
Introducing the GAAD Foundation The founders of Global Accessibility Awareness Day announced the launch of the GAAD Foundation, an expansion of their commitment to raising awareness about digital access and inclusion. Learn more about the GAAD Foundation and its mission by visiting their website.
Mental Health Awareness Month Resources May was Mental Health Awareness Month, and many organizations shared articles and information to help employers foster healthy work environments for people with mental health disabilities. To learn more, check out EARN’s Mental Health Toolkit and the Government Executive article, How to be Inclusive of Employees with Mental Health Disabilities.
Introducing the Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeship (PIA)The Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeship (PIA) is a new initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy. Launched in April, PIA works with employers and apprenticeship intermediaries to drive efforts to enable job seekers with disabilities to attain credentials, hone talents, and gain skills to succeed in high growth, high-demand industries through inclusive apprenticeships. |
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Tuesday, June 22, 2021 In Conversation with International Disability Rights Activist Judy Heumann
Join the Urban Institute for a conversation with Judy Heumann about the history and future of the disability rights movement.
Digital Accessibility: Driving Disability Inclusion in the Workplace
Join The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) for this informational webinar tailored to employers, “Digital Accessibility: Driving Disability Inclusion in the Workplace.” Our Co-director, Corinne Weible, will be speaking at the event.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Registration is now open for the IAAP webinar, AI Fairness for Persons with Disabilities in Workplace Technologies. Our Co-director, Bill Curtis-Davidson, will be sharing how AI-enabled technologies are being used in the workplace to screen job applicants, streamline application processes, provide training, support virtual and in-person communication and collaboration, and more.
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