This workshop provides an engaging overview of disability in the employment context, beginning with why disability inclusion matters for creating equitable, effective, and welcoming workplaces. In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), the session will highlight the history and legal foundations that helped shape the Americans with Disabilities Act and continue to inform disability rights in employment today.

Participants will explore disability-related statistics from both national and University of Michigan perspectives, gaining a clearer understanding of representation, workplace experiences, and ongoing opportunities for inclusion. The session will conclude with an overview of relevant U-M resources that support disability inclusion, accessibility, and employee success across the university.

American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) captioning services will be provided. If you need additional accommodations to participate in this webinar, please email the ADA Coordinator at [email protected].