Author: Daniel Golden
Rutgers Evaluation of NOD’s Disability Employment Hiring Engagements
In 2010, NOD partnered with Lowe’s to pilot NOD’s unique disability employment hiring model, “Bridges to Business”. An independent evaluation of the program by Rutgers University’s John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development found that: “Of all the programs designed to place people with disabilities in employment… ‘Bridges to Business’ demonstrated the greatest success in job placement.”
Toolkit: Welcoming Service Members and Veterans Home
NOD joined with Give an Hour—an organization that links veterans with mental health services—to produce practical employer guides on how to successfully integrate veterans into your company.
Survey on Employment of Americans with Disabilities 2010
NOD & Kessler Foundation surveyed the attitudes of human resources managers and senior executives about the employment of people with disabilities. The findings include five steps to advance the recruitment and retention of people with disabilities in the workplace.
Survey of Americans with Disabilities 2010
Hiring America’s Best
These toolkits offer practical tips and information to companies seeking to build workplaces that are welcoming and supportive for returning veterans and transitioning service members.
Survey of Americans with Disabilities: ADA 20 Years Later
Survey of Americans with Disabilities: ADA 20 Years Later
SOS: Start on Success
SOS: Start on Success
In 1994, NOD launched SOS, its internship program for students with disabilities. Alumni went on to further education or employment opportunities at more than double the rate of their peers.