Employers

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Learn about hiring and working with competent and qualified individuals who happen to be blind or low vision.

Hiring an Individual who is Blind or Low Vision

Learn about the hiring process and the benefits of hiring individuals who are blind or low vision.

Employer Resources

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)As an employer, fostering a disability-friendly workplace benefits both your employees and your organization. When hiring or supporting an employee who is blind or has low vision, it’s essential to be aware of the wide range of resources available to assist you. From national programs offering job accommodation […]

Considerations for Hiring a Blind or Low-Vision Employee

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)If the first time you meet a person who is blind or low vision is when they come into your office for an interview, you are not alone. The overall population of individuals in this situation is very small, and those working age and eligible to be competitively […]

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 personal privacy and respect. The method recommended is to make the environment safe for self-reporting. This has […]

Blindness, Low Vision, and the Workforce

Learn about blindness, low vision, and how individuals who are blind or low vision perform job functions.

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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 Create a Disability-Friendly Workplace

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Creating a welcoming workplace for employees with disabilities requires understanding, empathy, and proactive measures. There are many ways in which employers can help those with disabilities feel more welcome in the workplace. Lori Scharff, Lead Content Contractor at APH CareerConnect®, holds a Masters in Social Work from Fordham […]

Employer’s Guide to Accommodations for Blind and Low Vision Employees

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)This document provides a range of tools and technology to enhance workplace accessibility and usability for employees who are blind or visually impaired. The suggestions provide a general overview; it’s essential for employees with visual impairments to actively participate in the accommodation process to ensure the environment meets […]