06/06/2026
A new job is posted. Applications start coming in.
But before interviews even begin, barriers may already be shaping who moves forward and who gets left out of the recruiting process.
Maybe the application platform is difficult to navigate.
Maybe the job posting includes requirements that are not actually necessary.
Maybe accommodations are only discussed if someone asks.
Maybe hiring managers are unsure how to support different communication styles or needs.
Inclusive hiring is not only about who gets hired. It is about how people are invited into the process in the first place.
As National AccessAbility Week comes to an end, this is an opportunity to reflect the small decisions that shape accessibility across recruitment, hiring, and workplace culture all year round.
If you are not sure where to start, ODEN is here to support your next step. To learn how, e-mail [email protected].
Image Description:
An orange graphic titled “Inclusive Hiring: A Quick Reflection.” The graphic includes four connected question boxes asking: “Is your online application portal accessible?”, “Is your interview process flexible?”, “Are your hiring managers disability aware and confident?”, and “Are you connected to local Employment Service Providers?” Black arrows connect each section, and the ODEN logo appears in the top right corner.
