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Federal Exchange on Employment & Disability (FEED)
2024-03-01T19:00:03+0000The EARN - Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion hosted its first Federal Exchange on Employment and Disability (FEED) meeting of 2024 this month. FEED members discussed strategies to support neurodivergent Federal Government employees.
Community
2024-03-01T15:00:37+0000Now through March 11, you can take part in a national online dialogue, hosted by the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (PEAT), about making artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled hiring tools more inclusive for people with disabilities.
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a new proposed rule to ensure airline passengers who use wheelchairs can travel safely and with dignity. Members of the public are invited to submit comments within 60 days of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) being published in the Federal Register. https://www.transportation.gov/airconsumer/flying-with-dignity-NPRM-MSWord
Biden-Harris Administration announces nearly $200M available in grants to expand Registered Apprenticeships
2024-02-29T15:00:13+0000The U.S. Department of Labor is making $195 million in grants available to support efforts to create high-quality training pathways in key industries, ensuring access for workers from underrepresented and underserved communities.
The latest JAN Newsletter focuses on low vision in recognition of Low Vision Awareness Month. Millions of people in the U.S. have a vision impairment. For some, accommodations may be the key to successful employment. https://AskJAN.org/newsletters/2024/JAN-Newsletter-February-2024.cfm
JAN offers individualized consultation regarding #accommodation and #ADA topics, but our A to Z Lists are a great place to find information designed to help employers and individuals determine effective accommodations and comply with the ADA. https://AskJAN.org/A-to-Z.cfm
Check out EARN - Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion new Small Business Toolkit! Explore strategies to recruit, hire, retain, and advance disabled employees. Information and topics cover understanding disability, small business benefits, reasonable accommodations, and more. AskEARN | Small Business Toolkit
JAN's new resource "Why Communication Is Key to the Accommodation Process" offers practical tips to help ensure good communication among all parties involved in the #accommodation process. https://AskJAN.org/publications/consultants-corner/Why-Communication-Is-Key-to-the-Accommodation-Process.cfm #ADA
Community
2024-02-26T15:00:17+0000Now through March 11, you can take part in a national online dialogue, hosted by the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (PEAT), about making artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled hiring tools more inclusive for people with disabilities.
Mental Health
2024-02-24T16:00:31+0000The U.S. Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy offers resources to help employers foster a mental health-friendly work culture & ensure that disability-related policies & practices consider the needs of people with mental health conditions.
A to Z of Disabilities, Accommodations, and Related Topics
Featured Resources/Events
JAN Newsletter
The JAN Newsletter offers timely information and resources... February 2024 JAN Newsletter
Consultants’ Corner
Communication tips for the accommodation process… Communication is Key
JAN Webcast Series
The JAN Webcast Series offers training on a broad range of ADA and accommodation topics… Training
Situations & Solutions
A building manager with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) asked to bring an emotional support animal to work with her.
The employer was concerned about the behavior of the animal as the employee trained it herself. The employer and employee agree to a trial period to assess whether the animal could be in the workplace without causing a disruption.
Situations & Solutions
A construction worker with a leg impairment couldn’t climb ladders due to an injury he received away from work.
After having a discussion with the employer, together they found an aerial lift that would permit the employee to reach the areas he needed and continue to be successful in his job.
Situations & Solutions
A salesman with obesity had to travel by airplane once a year to attend a conference, but could not fit in a single, economy class seat.
He asked his employer to upgrade him to first class, but the employer opted to purchase two economy class seats for him, which cost less than one first class ticket.
Situations & Solutions
A field geologist who was deaf and worked alone in remote areas was unable to use two-way radio communication to report his findings.
Text telephone technology was used to allow the geologist to communicate using a cellular telephone.
Upcoming Webcasts
Mar 14
Ask JAN! Q&A: Sensory Team Edition
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
JAN consultants offer one-on-one consultation to help brainstorm accommodation ideas, provide practical guidance for addressing...
Apr 11
Accommodating Employees with Diverse Cognitive and Neurological Needs
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Accommodating cognitive and neurological disabilities, such as mental health conditions, attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder,...
May 09
Ask JAN! Q&A: Cognitive / Neurological Team Edition
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
JAN consultants offer one-on-one consultation to help brainstorm accommodation ideas, provide practical guidance for addressing...
Jul 11
Navigating Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Accommodation Requests and Exploring the Interplay of the Americans with Disabilities Act
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) requires covered employers to make reasonable accommodations for qualified...


