Event
Navigating disability disclosure: what, when, why and how
Disclosing your disability isn’t about seeking preferential treatment; it’s about creating an equal opportunity for everyone.
When applying for a job, one of the toughest choices is deciding whether to disclose your disability or health condition to a potential employer. You might worry about facing discrimination, having judgments made about your abilities, or being perceived as a burden. And that’s before even considering how the information will be handled or who it might be shared with.
However, if you’re not open about your disability, you won’t be able to request the support or adjustments you might need during the recruitment process. Without this support, you could find it harder to showcase your qualifications for the role, potentially leading to a rejection for a position you are fully capable of doing.
“My confidence improved dramatically since attending the disclosure session. It equipped me with the tools to confidently disclose my disability when I apply to firms.”
This webinar will guide you through the benefits of disclosing your disability. It will also offer practical tips on how to craft your ‘openness statement’—a brief, clear explanation of your support needs that you can share with a potential employer.
This webinar will:
- Highlight why employers ask about disability
- Explore how the information is used and who has access to it.
- Understand when, how, and why to disclose your disability to employers.
- Consider what information is appropriate to share
- Enable delegates to write their ‘openness statement’
Thank you! I really needed this webinar on disclosing my disability. It’s eased a lot of my concerns.
