By Martin Block An inclusive workplace isn't just an ethical necessity; it's also a competitive advantage. Diversity in the workforce, including the hiring of individuals with disabilities, offers a myriad of benefits such as enhanced innovation, improved problem-solving, and increased customer satisfaction. It’s time for employers to consider how they can attract, hire, and retain… Continue reading Inclusivity Matters: Strategies for Attracting Employees with Disabilities
Attitudinal barriers are the foundation of all other barriers for people with disabilities. Before we can overcome these barriers, we first need to know what they are. What Is an Attitudinal Barrier? What exactly are attitudinal barriers? Attitudinal barriers are negative views, inaccurate perceptions, avoidance, and even hostility toward people with disabilities. These prejudicial and… Continue reading Overcoming Attitudinal Barriers
This Post Is Adapted from the Author's Doctorate Dissertation, Effective Disability Ministry Practices at Local Church, pp. 22-24, 63-64. Inclusion has become a buzzword in recent years. Many people associate the word with education or disability rights. We can see the word in school administrative guidelines, church mission statements, business policy manuals, political speeches, even… Continue reading What Does Inclusion Mean for Christians?
