As you set your organisational goals for the year, consider making diversity and inclusion a priority. As a Disability Confident Employer, we can help you to enhance your inclusivity initiatives!
Wondering where to start? Here are some key questions to guide your journey:
Does your organisation have a clearly defined inclusion policy?
A clearly defined Inclusion Policy outlines an organisation's commitment to creating an equitable and welcoming environment for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. It typically includes:
Purpose: A statement of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Scope: Specifies who the policy applies to (e.g., employees, stakeholders, clients).
Key principles: Details actionable commitments such as equal opportunities, accessibility, cultural awareness, and inclusive communication.
Responsibilities: Assign accountability to leadership, managers, and all members of the organisation.
Implementation and monitoring: Establishes how the policy will be enacted, audited, and improved.
Complaints and feedback: Provides a clear process for addressing concerns or reports of exclusion.
Review: Ensures regular updates to keep the policy effective and relevant.
Do you know how to provide reasonable accommodations?
It's crucial to have a streamlined process in place to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform their job duties effectively. Access to Work grant can help. Ask us how!
Is your hiring process inclusive and accessible?
It's vital to ensure that your recruitment and hiring procedures are accessible to all candidates, including those with disabilities. Learn here how to conduct a successful job interview with a Deaf candidate—before, during, and after.
Are employees trained on inclusive practices?
Implementing training programs that educate employees about inclusivity, diversity, and interacting with colleagues who have disabilities, are essential steps towards a supportive workplace. Ask us for our available Deaf Awareness Training courses.
Do you regularly evaluate and adjust your workplace for accessibility?
Regular evaluations of your physical and digital workplace environments help identify areas for improvement and ensure that your spaces are accessible to everyone.
If your goals for the year involve building a more diverse team, consider the accessibility of your recruitment, hiring, and promotion processes. We can collaborate to ensure these processes are inclusive and provide equal opportunities to all. We will also assist with accommodations and support for Deaf employees and will provide Deaf Awareness training for your staff.
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Ready to take action? Download our FREE Inclusive Workplace Toolkit: Supporting Deaf Employees and Invisible Disabilities! This practical guide is packed with tips and insights to help you create a more accessible and inclusive workplace. Download here.
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