Communicating with applicants and candidates
You should be in regular contact with applicants and candidates about what the application process involves and to invite them to ask about adjustments.
Inclusive language in recruitment – Dos and don’ts
It is important to talk positively and openly about the importance of disability inclusion and diverse workforces.
Hosting inclusive interviews
Make sure the interview venue or platform is accessible – tell candidates how to log in if the interview is virtual or let them know how best to get to the venue and what the journey inside the building will involve.
Adjustments at interview
Don’t ask candidates to request adjustments. Tell every candidate what the process will involve and ask them if they want to discuss any changes to make the interview process.
Selection and shortlisting
Make sure your selection and shortlisting criteria and processes do not discriminate against disabled people.
Artificial intelligence in recruitment
AI can raise issues of disability inclusion – make sure that any AI you use has been checked thoroughly for any potentially un-inclusive tendencies.
Discussion paper: From ‘ping dread’ to burnout – why we must manage technology instead of letting technology manage us
Read about the phenomenon of ‘ping dread’, a term which emerged when we surveyed employees about how technology affects workplace stress, anxiety, and burnout.
Everyone welcome: How to make your store inclusive for all
This guidance outlines some of the ways in which you can make sure your store is inclusive for all customers.
Accessibility training: A guide to available resources
Accessibility is about making information, products, and systems usable for disabled people and everyone.
Global Conference April 2022 – Creating a disability smart world together
Our April 2022 Global Conference, discussed and debated the language of disability and the challenges and opportunities that come with creating truly inclusive environments.
Disability Confident to Disability Smart
This video explains how we support our Members and Partners on their Disability Smart journeys through Disability Confident on to our Disability Smart Framework, through our Self-Assessment and Audit tools.
Disability Smart Webinar: Communications
This webinar was hosted by Business Disability Forum CEO Diane Lightfoot, with Sarah Bartlett, author of Business Disability Forum’s Inclusive Communication Toolkit.