BUSINESS CHALLENGES
Today's Workforce Challenges
Require New Solutions.
Many organizations want to improve disability-inclusive employment but lack a clear implementation strategy.
Traditional hiring systems can unintentionally narrow candidate pools.
Retention and engagement remain ongoing challenges.
Many organizations want to build more inclusive workplaces but don't know where to start.
OUR APPROACH
The Curb Cut Method.
The same way curb cuts transformed physical access in communities, small changes can transform workplace access and opportunity.
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Virginia Ability helps organizations identify barriers hidden within systems and uncover practical solutions that benefit everyone.
HOW WE HELP
How We Help Organizations
Move From Awareness to Action.
Employer Education
Equip hiring leaders and teams with practical strategies that strengthen disability-inclusive employment.
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​Manager & Leadership Training
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Foundations of Disability & Neurodiversity Inclusion
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Inclusive Recruiting & Hiring Practices
Hiring Process Reviews
​Identify barriers within recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding practices.
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Job description guidance
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Interview recommendations
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Accommodation planning
Workforce Strategy
​Develop practical action plans that support hiring, retention, and career advancement.
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Internship programs
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Apprenticeship planning
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Disability-inclusive workforce initiatives
Community & Resource Connections
​Connect with organizations, workforce partners, and resources that support long-term success.
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Employer networking
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Resource referrals
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Workforce partnerships
THE REAL IMPACT
What Companies Gain.
Expand Your
Talent Pipeline
Gain access to qualified candidates who are often overlooked by traditional hiring practices, helping your organization compete for talent.
Strengthen Your
Hiring Systems
Equip HR professionals, managers, and leadership teams with strategies that improve hiring, retention, accessibility, and workplace effectiveness.
Drive Better Business Performance
Foster innovation, improve employee retention, and create long-term organizational value through inclusive workforce strategies.
THE PROCESS
Getting Started with Virginia Ability
Every organization is different. Whether you're exploring disability-inclusive employment for the first time or are ready to strengthen existing workplace practices, Virginia Ability offers multiple ways to begin the conversation.
Employer Education & Training
Build knowledge and confidence through practical learning experiences designed for HR professionals, hiring managers, supervisors, and leadership teams.
Topics include:
• Disability & Neurodiversity Foundations
• Inclusive Hiring Practices
• Workplace Accommodations
• Manager Training