Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Resources

Creating an inclusive, accessible workplace benefits everyone. Whether you’re evaluating hiring practices, supporting current staff, or learning more about neurodiversity and disability rights, the following resources offer expert guidance, practical tools, and lived experience to support your efforts.

Key Resources for Further Learning

• Ask JAN (Job Accommodation Network)
  A leading resource for guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Includes free, confidential consulting services for employers and employees.
• Great Lakes ADA Center: Employment Resource Hub
  Offers in-depth materials on employment rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including training, toolkits, and legal updates.
• We Are Already Here: The Workplace Experiences of Neurodivergent Library Workers
  Spring 2024 webinar hosted by Wisconsin Library Systems
  Insightful panel discussion featuring neurodivergent library workers sharing their stories, challenges, and strategies for creating more inclusive workplaces.
• Neurodiversity @ Work Playbook – Federal Edition (2024)
  Developed by the University of Washington iSchool and partners, this comprehensive playbook offers guidance for recruiting, supporting, and retaining neurodivergent employees—especially in government and large institutions.
• Accessible Meeting and Event Checklist – Accessibility Information