Blindness, Low Vision, and the Workforce

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Learn about blindness, low vision, and how individuals who are blind or low vision perform job functions. Additionally, learn how to assess and improve the diversity, equity, and inclusion of your workforce.

Assessing Your Workforce

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Evaluating whether employees would feel safe disclosing blindness/ low vision can be tricky. It calls for a balanced approach to avoid the hidden risk of (or perception of) violating an employee’s right to personal privacy and respect. The method recommended is to make the environment safe for self-reporting. […]

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How People Who Are Blind or Low Vision Do Their Jobs, and Common Myths

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Qualified employees who are blind or low vision are capable. They simply need tools to do their jobs effectively and environments conducive to their efforts. Two people doing the same job may use different tools and work in very different settings. Blind or low-vision employees can accomplish their […]

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Interacting with a Person Who Is Blind or Low Vision in the Workforce

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)What Is Blindness or Low Vision? Individuals can be born with blindness or low vision or develop it later in life due to an accident or eye condition. Many different terms describe the varying degrees of blindness an individual may have. The term “visually impaired” was formerly used […]

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How to Actively Promote a Culture of Inclusion and Accessibility at Your Workplace

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The annual campaign aims to raise awareness about disability employment issues and celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities. Every NDEAM, various events, workshops, job fairs, and seminars promote disability awareness and inclusion. Several educational initiatives also highlight the skills, […]