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 been done successfully in many organizations in […]

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 guidance to state-specific vocational rehabilitation services, these […]

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

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 employed are even smaller. Because of this […]