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Offers training and technical assistance throughout the US on issues and services related to the employment of persons with disabilities.
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Home  The focus of our work is the dissemination of information and technical assistance on public benefit programs received by individuals with disabilities. We are committed to the belief people will work and pursue greater self-sufficiency...
http://www.wallinginc.com

The network brings together research centers, universities, enterprises, government departments, trade unions, and organizations representing disabled persons, all committed to the common goal of advancing competitive employment and training opportunities for persons with disabilities.
http://www.gladnet.org/

An association of 230 agencies establishing collective action on national issues regarding supported employment. (United Kingdom)
http://www.afse.org.uk

Information, resources, and research regarding the employment of people with disabilities.
http://www.worksupport.com/

Expands the opportunities for disabled people in sustainable work both within Remploy and externally. Britain's largest employer of people with disabilities. (United Kingdom)
http://www.remploy.co.uk

U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Civil Service employment and veterans.
http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.htm

A not-for-profit community association integrating people with disabilities in to the community through training for real-world employment.
http://www.spectrum.org.au/

Information, support, and free copies of WorkWORLD, decision support software for personal computers designed to help people with disabilities, advocates, benefit counselors, and others explore and understand how to best use the work incentives associated with the various Federal and State disability and poverty benefit programs.
http://www.workworld.org

A membership organization formed to improve and expand integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for persons experiencing disabilities.
http://www.apse.org/

A non-profit voluntary organisation working as an interface between government, industry, international agencies and the voluntary sector towards the promotion of better employment opportunities for disabled people. (India)
http://www.ncpedp.org

PASS is an SSI work incentive under which persons with disabilities can set aside income and/or resources to be used to achieve specific work goals. A PASS can be established to cover the costs of obtaining an education, receiving vocational training, starting a business, or purchasing support services which enable individuals to work and result in reduction/cessation of benefits (SSI/SSDI).
http://www.passonline.org

Through service, teaching, and research, contributes to creating an environment where individuals with disabilities are independent and enjoy careers of choice. University of Georgia.
http://www.coe.uga.edu/hsmi/

JobAccess matches qualified job seekers with disabilities to companies looking to hire. Post jobs, search jobs, build resumes. Also matching volunteers and internships.
http://www.jobaccess.org/

An international cross-disability consumer job matching service.
http://www.recruit-ability.com

Supported, non-profit employment agency that places people with disabilities into employment, offers resources in job training and self-sufficiency.
http://www.jobconnection.org

Free online course and factsheets on "Using SSI Work Incentives to Promote Successful Outcomes for Transition-Aged Youth".
http://www.vcu.edu/rrtcweb/witn/product.htm

British employers' organisation focused on disability as it affects business, and which works to make it easier to recruit and retain disabled employees and serve disabled customers. Site includes association directories and background, agenda, list of publications, and event information.
http://www.employers-forum.co.uk/www/index.htm

A new recruitment resource for identifying job candidates with disabilities skilled in a wide varitey of fields is available free of charge to employers.
http://www.wrpjobs.com/

Increases access and links people with disabilities to employment and promotional opportunities through education and networking with businesses, service agencies and assistive technology providers.
http://www.accessnw.org/

Provides corporations with a full range of services to assist them in successfully integrating people with disabilities into the workplace.
http://www.business-disability.com/

Resources for finding a job on-line, starting a home-based business, or performing volunteer work.
http://www.chamber4us.org/

Helps disabled entrepreneurs and professionals maximize their potential in the business world, encourages the participation and enhances the performance of the disabled in the workforce.
http://www.disabledbusiness.com/

Canadian organization that assists people to acquire the nessary tools for career success - with workshops for job preparation.
http://www.disabilitiesplus.com

Assists agricultural and agribusiness workers who have physical and mental disabilities.
http://aben.www.ecn.purdue.edu/A...nsion/BNG/agrabilityproject.html

Online recruiting site for people with disabilities. It includes a job posting service and resume data base. Employers have free access to the resumes.
http://www.disabledperson.com/recruitability.asp

A Maryland consulting firm that works with private and government agencies to advocate, encourage and facilitate self-employment for people with disabilities.
http://www.selfemploymentforpeoplewithdisabilities.com/

Career management resources and networking opportunities to blind, visually impaired, and physically disabled individuals. Requires registration.
http://www.eSightCareers.net/

Helps people with barriers to employment learn the skills to find competitive employment. Programs are funded through grants, contract services and revenue from our retail stores.
http://www.goodwill.org/

Career-guidance and recruitment magazine for people with disabilities who are at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level. Each issue features a special Braille section.
http://www.eop.com/cd.html

Job and career training, resume preparation and interviewing skills services for people with disabilities.
http://www.goodwill.org/index_gii.cfm/532/

Search online job listings and post resumes.
http://hiredeaf.com/

The Australian peak body association representing organisations that provide employment assistance and post-placement support to people with disabilities in competitive environments.
http://www.acenational.org.au/

Promoting employment of people with disabilities in Ireland, raising awareness and tackling barriers, while providing information for employers about grants, incentives, codes of practice and training.
http://www.workway.ie

Features articles, checklists, glossary, and links to useful resources to help HR professionals build inclusive workplaces in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other disability related laws.
http://www.ilr.cornell.edu/ped/hr_tips/home.cfm

Independent Canadian non-profit resource serving organizations, business and government involved in the employment of persons with disabilities. Provides FAQ, labour statistics, and related links.
http://www.orw.ca/

Promotes the employment of Social Security beneficiaries with disabilities.
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/work/index2.html

A reference on work and disability in the United States population, created for use by both nontechnical and technical audiences. Online text.
http://www.infouse.com/disabilitydata/workdisability/