People with intellectual disability are underrepresented in employment across all sectors, including the public service. This project examined how the NSW government might increase employment of people with intellectual disability. This report identifies evidence-based strategies to address the barriers identified and recommends two approaches to explicitly create employment pathways.

This evaluation assessed the impact of a program aiming to place jobseekers with disability into roles by focusing on building employer confidence and capability. It found the program exceeded its original goals and a focus on the employer environment first was key to its success.

The Directing Change Scholarship program was a three-year program aimed at increasing representation of people with disability on boards through mentoring, networking and education. This evaluation found the program was successful in its aims and offered a range of benefits for program participants, including scholars, mentors and partner organisations.

Customised Employment is a mutually beneficial employment relationship between an employee with a disability and their employer. The relationship is based on the specific contributions of an employee that meet identified areas of benefit to an employer. This guide helps when preparing for an initial meeting with an employer/potential employer. It describes Customised Employment, as...

A set of resources designed to support employers who want to create an inclusive workplace for Deaf and hard of hearing employees. It includes a six-part video series showcasing real-life success stories of employers who have embraced inclusive, Deaf-friendly workplaces and provides practical guidance on how your business can do the same, as well as...