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Inclusive Change at Work to host free webinar on Access to Work program
Inclusive Change at Work is set to host a free webinar titled “A Manager’s Guide to Access to Work” on June 4 from 10.30-11.30am. The event aims to equip managers with the tools and knowledge needed to support disabled and neurodivergent employees effectively. Industry experts Lucy Smith and Dan Biddle, Directors of Inclusive Change, will lead the session, offering their insights into fostering an inclusive workplace.
The webinar will focus on the Access to Work program, a government-funded initiative designed to provide a range of support options to employees with disabilities. Key aspects of the program include:
- Practical and Mental Health Support: Tailored assistance to meet specific needs and challenges.
- Specialist Equipment and Assistive Software: Tools to enhance productivity and accessibility.
- Support Workers: Services such as BSL interpreters, job coaches, or travel buddies to aid workplace integration.
- Travel Costs: Financial aid for those unable to use public transport, ensuring accessible commutes.
- Vehicle Adaptations: Modifications to personal vehicles for safe and convenient travel to work.
- Physical Workplace Changes: Structural alterations to create an accommodating work environment.
The program is designed to benefit a wide range of working scenarios, whether in a traditional office, at home, or for the self employed, without affecting earnings or other benefits.
Inclusive Change at Work’s webinar is a valuable opportunity for both employees and employers to deepen their understanding of how the Access to Work program can be utilised to promote a more inclusive and supportive workplace. By providing crucial information and practical advice, the event aims to enhance workplace diversity and inclusion.
The webinar is free to attend, offering a chance to learn from experts and improve workplace culture, recruitment, and operations. Interested participants can register by visiting icaw-cic.com. Inclusive Change at Work looks forward to building a future of work with neurodiversity in mind.
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