Disability:IN is a global nonprofit organisation dedicated to advancing disability inclusion within the business community. It collaborates with corporations to promote inclusive policies and practices that support individuals with disabilities in the workforce and supply chain.
The core focus of Disability:IN is to improve corporate disability inclusion through benchmarking, education and community building. Its flagship initiative, the Disability Equality Index (DEI), serves as a comprehensive tool for companies to assess and improve their disability inclusion policies. The DEI is developed in partnership with the American Association of People with Disabilities and evaluates companies across categories including culture, employment practices, accessibility and supplier diversity.
In addition to the DEI, Disability:IN certifies disability-owned business enterprises (DOBEs), including those owned by service-disabled veterans, thereby promoting supplier diversity. The organisation also offers leadership development through initiatives like the NextGen Leader Program, which connects college students and recent graduates with disabilities to mentorship and career opportunities.
Structurally, Disability:IN functions through partnerships with Fortune 1000 companies, maintaining a network of over 500 corporations globally. It supports member companies with tailored resources, policy frameworks, and events such as the annual Disability:IN Global Conference & Expo, which provides a platform for collaboration and sharing best practices.
While not explicitly focused on sustainable finance, Disability:IN aligns with environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles by addressing the “S” in ESG. It offers practical tools such as policy templates, implementation guides, and performance metrics that are valuable to companies aiming to enhance their social impact and meet ESG criteria.
Its research and data-driven insights help businesses integrate disability inclusion into their broader sustainability and governance strategies, making Disability:IN a key resource for companies committed to inclusive and ethical practices.
Advancing disability inclusion in business.
