Jennifer Taylor: People with disabilities an untapped workforce

Individuals with disabilities are an untapped resource in our local communities and are vastly underrepresented in the workforce. Th year 1990 heralded the passage of Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in the workforce and promotes inclusion. However, employers often still have misconceptions and fears about hiring persons with a disability.

Many employers have concerns about potential costs of accommodations, but most disability accommodations cost little to nothing at all.

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