This International Underwriting Association (IUA) market briefing will highlight the supporting of equality – and with a more focused awareness in today’s society – HR is positively changing attitudes that hinder full equivalence and inclusion of persons with disabilities in the workplace.

During the past 40 years, there have been numerous changes in our culture with respect to the treatment of people with disabilities, constructively reducing – and ultimately eliminating – barriers for a more inclusive society.

It is estimated that over 15% of the working population have a disability or long-term health condition which has significant implications for the advantage of the recruitment strategy. Employers need a greater insight and understanding to expand the possibilities of opening recruitment to those with a disability.

But how do we as employers and employees view disability? Are we, as an industry, actively engaging?

Having a disability or long-term health condition is challenging and individuals develop unique strengths and talents enabling potential employers to tap into a wider pool of talent. Training for HR professionals on a broad variety of issues such as personal development, colleague understanding and relevant specialist sessions, would be supportive to all.

At this market briefing, special guest speakers will highlight their own career paths and experiences that have led them to become a huge influence in supporting equality and how a more focused awareness in today’s society, is positively changing attitudes that hinder full equality and inclusion of persons with disabilities in the workplace.