Employment

Real Work for Real Pay

Too many people with disabilities remain unemployed or stuck in dead-end "jobs" that pay them less than the minimum wage. The Client Assistance Program (CAP) and Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Network are working to change these outcomes, providing advocates to people with disabilities who want real jobs. NDRN advocates for changes in laws to further the ability of people with disabilities to work in real jobs for fair pay.

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Real Work: Segregated and Exploited

In reports released in 2011 and 2012, NDRN found a total failure of the disability service system to provide quality work for people with disabilities. The reports blast segregated work, sheltered environments and low wages for people with disabilities and highlight a massive breakdown between good federal and state policies and their implementation and oversight.

2016 update: Nearing the End of Sheltered and Segregated Employment

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    NDRN Joins Amicus in Employment Case

    April 5, 2017

    NDRN joined the National Employment Lawyers Association in an amicus supporting leave for cancer treatment as a reasonable accommodation even when the extent and duration of leave was uncertain.

    Amicus Brief
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    NDRN Urges to Reject H.J. Res 37 and S.J. Res 12

    March 3, 2017

    NDRN sent a letter opposing H.J. Res 37 and S.J. Res 12, the Congressional Review Act (CRA) disapproval resolution of the 2016 Federal Acquisition Regulation rule.

    Letter
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    New Documentary Exposes Exploitation of People with Disabilities in the Workplace

    October 3, 2016

    WASHINGTON - Bottom Dollars, a Rooted in Rights original documentary, will make its world premiere on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on October 11. The documentary will be presented by NDRN and Rooted in Rights.

    Press Release