Inclusive Workforce Employer Program

(IWEP)

Our commitment to furthering neurodiverse workspaces

We work with employers to create diverse, inclusive workspaces. Our partners make bold commitments to the future of workforce hiring.

IWEP aims to improve disability hiring practices. We foster inclusion for neurodivergent individuals in the workforce.

This program offers individualized employer training, consultations, and informative sessions. As a result, hiring teams have the knowledge and tools to hire, retain, and collaborate with neurodivergent employees. The goal? More inclusive workplaces.

Ready to take the next step in becoming a more inclusive employer?

Why choose IWEP?

We collaborate with local employers to deliver bespoke interventions. Participating organizations get access to custom stakeholder coaching, facilitation, and strategic planning that supports their unique needs.

Who is IWEP for?

Employers who want to cultivate inclusive workspaces and accessibility in the workforce.

How can IWEP help your organization grow?

Improve Hiring Practices

Learn how to utilize skill-based hiring practices to increase your talent pool.

Increase Accessibility

Implement simple steps to become more accessible to all job seekers.

Champion Disability Culture

Create inclusive spaces through education on neurodiversity and disability justice.

Obtain General Consultation

Gain access to consultation services with workforce development professionals.

Testimonials

 
 

hear from local employers

 

“We requested DIRT partner with us to provide objective consultation on our inclusive workplace mission. From the beginning, Jenna and Cat incorporated our organization’s needs into their program proposal. They listened to understand our goals and seemingly tailored recommendations specifically to our needs. Their lunch and learn workshop was conducted with all employees, and was refreshing and informative information for our employees here at Laradon. DIRT followed up with a more specific program for our leadership team, which was also well received. DIRT has been wonderful and collaborative partners, and we look forward to working alongside them in the future on the mission of supporting inclusive workspaces. Thank you for creating the space necessary for this work!”

 

LARADON

 

Program Objectives

IWEP at DIRT aims to:

  • Understand employers' unique needs and interests with tools like an online survey, in-person consultation, and strategic research through the positioning of industry necessity.

  • Collaborate with local employers to best support their unique needs through stakeholder coaching, facilitation, and strategic planning.

  • Empower employers to create a diverse, inclusive workspace that is bold and committed to the future of workforce hiring.

Interested in sponsoring this program?

We are looking for committed change-making employers who are enthusiastic about making a difference in the workforce. Sponsors provide support by making it possible for other businesses to get involved with DIRT’s mission.