This module outlines important considerations as a country plans for implementation of disability non-discrimination legislation. The content includes a discussion of the role of information campaigns, as well as critical employment support measures that can be provided for the protected status of people with disabilities, and/or businesses and employers to support effective implementation of the law.

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this seminar, participants will be able to:

• Define the importance of an information campaign in planning for the implementation of disability non-discrimination legislation.
• Identify the three basic forms of employment support measures that can be taken to support legislative implementation.
• Outline the importance of providing specialized work-related equipment and adaptation grants as a form of employment support.
• Outline the importance of providing specialized equipment for daily living as a form of employment support.
• Identify approaches for promoting safe and appropriate transportation to and from work for people with disabilities.
• Discuss other types of technical advisory and support services to assist and support employers in meeting the demands of disability non-discrimination legislation.
• Identify different approaches for providing financial supports for people with disabilities to encourage and support employment.
• Identify options for providing financial subsidies for employers to encourage employment for individuals in protected status.