How to Source, Interview, and Hire Candidates with Disabilities and Reap the Benefits
Friday, August 25, 2023 · 1:00 p.m.
Central Time (US & Canada) (GMT -5:00)
Candidates with disabilities have been chronically unemployed or underemployed for decades. According to the BLS only 21.3% of persons with a disability were employed in 2022 while 65.4% without a disability were employed. Recruiters have a tremendous influence in facilitating opportunity for candidates with disabilities. From imagining what’s possible with simple accommodations to explaining the profit advantage to the hiring team, Recruiters can move the needle towards true inclusivity in companies.
Hear from Viola Dwyer, Head of HR & Recruiting at a cybersecurity firm and DEI consultant talk about the different ways to tap into this often overlooked candidate pool.
Agenda
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Where to find qualified, quality candidates with disabilities
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How to create an interview experience that is not only compliant but welcoming
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How to handle potential push back from hiring teams