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Why Should You Hire a Person with a Disability?

There are compelling reasons to hire people with disabilities:

  • People with disabilities possess valuable problem-solving skills because they are experts in finding creative ways to perform tasks others may take for granted.
  • Employees with disabilities have proven to be dependable, dedicated, hardworking and productive employees.
  • Employees with disabilities reflect the customer base.
Source: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, Rehabilitation Services Administration. 2006. Disability Employment 101

Hiring Resources

Email additional requests for assistance/information to EDRN@iowa.gov and an EDRN partner will respond within 2 business days.
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