Establishing an Effective Neurodiversity Employment Program: Legal Issues
958 views · Published 29 August 2018 · 58:25 · Indexed 21 September 2026
Channel: Autism Speaks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism
We are thrilled that there is growing interest among businesses to explore how they can set up their own autism or neurodiversity hiring initiatives. Companies are increasingly reaching out to Autism Speaks and others with questions about how to put together an effective program. In some cases, reasonable concerns and legal questions arise that threaten to slow the growth and replication of autism hiring at some businesses. These concerns are valid, but they can be effectively addressed and overcome. There is always risk, but companies that have come before you have shown that it is a manageable risk - and well worth it. In August 2018, we were proud to collaborate with legal experts from Duane Morris, LLP, SAP, and Cornell University's Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability to present this webinar that addresses some of these legal issues. To read more about Autism Speaks' awareness, fundraising, science, and advocacy efforts, or to read about some of our other exciting initiatives, please visit: www.autismspeaks.org.
