The Importance of Brand Consistency for Federal, State, and Local Government Agencies
Introduction Branding is an important activity for businesses of all shapes and sizes, including government agencies. Ultimately, your brand is your public image. It is the first thing that people think of when they hear your organization mentioned in conversation. You want to be sure that you have a strong influence over your brand. There […]
How Digital Accessibility Benefits Everyone
Digital accessibility has been a hot topic for a while now. However, in the last decade or so, it has become even more notable and prominent. People are increasingly using digital resources for both work and leisure, leading to a noticeable gap in digital accessibility. It is first important to acknowledge that digital accessibility does […]
7 Tips for Working with a Technical Writing Company
Working with a technical writing company is an important part of streamlining your strategic communications plan. Any technical writing for your organization, from instruction manuals to video tutorials, need to reflect your mission, vision, and tone. You want to make sure that you are working with a technical writing expert that understands how your organization […]
What Does an Outreach and Advocacy Specialist Do?
Outreach and advocacy specialists are critical to the diversability (diverse ability) community. They provide much-needed services and help individuals speak up for themselves and handle issues related to their disabilities. Moreover, advocacy and outreach specialists provide information to the wider community to help people understand more about the challenges of people living with disabilities. What […]
How Social Media Connects People with Disabilities Communities
Social media has been connecting people since its inception. Through platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn, people with similar interests were able to link up virtually and begin creating online communities. Over the years, these platforms have evolved to become more inclusive and expand communities to wider audiences. One community that has been positively impacted by […]
Understanding the Significance of Juneteenth
While the federal holiday for Independence Day is July 4th, it is not the only day of independence on the calendar. June 19th, known as Juneteenth, is widely considered the oldest celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. The History of Juneteenth Nearly two and a half years after Abraham Lincoln signed […]
5 Tips for Preventing Discrimination in Hiring
Unintentional discrimination is an all-too-common problem in hiring. When you are beginning the hiring process, you want to make sure that you are hiring someone based on the fact that they have the top qualifications for the position – not on their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, whether they have children, etc. Having a plan […]
Alternative Dispute Resolution for EEO Complaints
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaints can cause stress for your organization, especially if the complaint escalates to a hearing. For many complaints, though, there is an alternative to formal hearings. When the complaint is first filed, your team can opt for alternative dispute resolution instead. What is Alternative Dispute Resolution? Alternative dispute resolution is a […]
Who Does Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Help?
The 1973 Rehabilitation Act was the very first piece of legislation in the United States that sought to protect people with disabilities. It was a long-fought battle and eventually led to the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the early 1990s. Specifically, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act applies to people with […]
What Federal Contractors Need to Know About Employee Accommodations
Employing someone with disabilities can have a positive impact on your business. They often bring in a new and different perspective that can help the company improve the way that it does business. Additionally, for companies that are interested in federal contracting, it can help them secure work. When you hire someone with a disability, […]