In the UK, 19% of the working age population are disabled, with about half of them unemployed.
The employment rate for disabled people is 28.8 percentage points lower than that of the people who are not disabled. This is known as the disability employment gap.
This guide provides an overview of what Disability Inclusion is, statistics on employment and guidance on how to improve disability inclusion in the workplace.
In short, disability inclusion provides people with disabilities the same opportunities to participate in society as others. This goes beyond encouraging people – ideally, inclusion should be a key part of policies and practices in the workplace. Disability inclusion allows everyone to have equal rights in society – including in the workplace. Having a job or career is a standard part of life for many people, but there can be barriers that make it difficult for a person with disabilities to find and retain employment. Taking an inclusive stance can increase workplace opportunities.
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The global issues we face are challenging and interconnected. They can seem insurmountable. But if you know where to look, co-operation, positive change and hope are all around us. Build Beyond Even Better is a project that recognises the progress being made, and the amazing people who are making a difference. Share your own hopes, pledges and projects with #BBEB, or become a contributor.
Please read our BBEB Charter PDF.
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