Disability Inclusion in Corporate Supplier Diversity Initiatives

Author(s)/Creator(s)

• Nanette Goodman
• Fatma Altunkol Wise
• Fitore Hyseni
• Lauren Gilbert
• Peter Blanck

Document Type

Article

Date

Spring 4-5-2024

Keywords

supplier diversity, disability inclusion, corporate procurement, economic opportunity

Language

eng

Disciplines

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Description/Abstract

This article examines how disability is incorporated into corporate supplier diversity programs. While many companies include women- and minority-owned businesses, disability-owned businesses are often overlooked. The authors highlight barriers such as limited awareness, certification challenges, and unequal access to procurement networks. The article calls for stronger standards, data collection, and inclusive procurement strategies in order to expand economic opportunities for disability-owned enterprises.

Recommended Citation

Goodman, N., Wise, F. A., Hyseni, F., Gilbert, L., & Blanck, P. (2024). Disability Inclusion in Corporate Supplier Diversity Initiatives. Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation, 34(2), 373–386. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10926-024-10190-2

Source

Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation

Creative Commons License

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