With the holiday season in full swing, many companies will be gathering employees to celebrate the year past and toast to success in the one ahead. When planning such parties—whether around the holidays or any time of year—it is important to make sure all employees, including employees with disabilities, can join in the festivities.
To help, this checklist from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) outlines steps to take before, during and after an event, ranging from asking about accommodation needs in advance to selecting an accessible venue to providing quiet spaces for attendees who may need them.