Disability Employment

The Department of Labor is committed to protecting workers with disabilities and working across the federal government to advance competitive integrated employment for these workers.

At the Office of Disability Employment Policy, we believe all people should feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work — and that conviction informs a lot of our work on the Employer and Workplace Policy team, where we educate employers about policies and best practices to build inclusive organizations.

At the U.S. Department of Labor, we’re committed to helping America’s employees and employers work together to promote workplace wellbeing—especially in light of the challenges of the past two years.

Read about Edward Mitchell, an independent living specialist and outreach coordinator, and his work to educate and assist people with disabilities to plan and save for their future.

As an autistic adult who works on disability policy, I often receive articles from friends and professional connections about different efforts to employ adults on the autism spectrum.

Direct care work is, and always has been, essential to America’s workforce and economy. Learn about Aleathea Simmons's work as a direct support professional.

Learn more about ODEP'S “Mental Health at Work: What Can I Do?” PSA to speak more openly about mental health and the workplace. Through this initiative, ODEP seeks to build a more inclusive, equitable workforce, and more supportive, welcoming workplaces, for all workers.

Learn more about Kathy Tran, a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, and her work to build an inclusive workforce.

Read about Harriet Tubman and Fannie Lou Hamer, two Black American women with disabilities who advanced freedom, democracy and human rights — the fundamental building blocks of equity and inclusion.

Learn how workforce initiatives in Birmingham are ensuring greater equity and inclusion.