Arlington, Va., July 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the Disability Equality Index®. The index is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. The honor was announced today at the Disability:IN Annual Conference, Inclusion Awards Gala in Atlanta.
The Disability Equality Index is the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool for the Fortune 1000 to measure disability workplace inclusion against competitors. AIR scored a 90 out of a possible 100 points, adhering to many of the numerous leading disability inclusion practices featured in the index. In 2022, out of 415 participants, 240 companies received a score of 100; 68 companies received a score of 90 and 27 companies received a score of 80. Companies that score an 80 or above are recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.”
AIR was recognized for its commitment to workplace accessibility, culture and leadership, employment practices, and community engagement. The institution is proud to support Access AIR, an employee resource group that actively champions inclusive strategies and promotes equitable practices to meet the diverse needs of people with disabilities. AIR also has a large portfolio of research and technical assistance work that seeks to…
