Research

Economic impact study on employing people with disabilities

In a first-of-its-kind study that surveyed multiple employers and employees with disabilities, DePaul University researchers found employees with disabilities from the healthcare, retail and hospitality sectors in the region were just as dependable and productive as employees without disabilities. In addition, researchers also discussed research results that showed accommodation costs associated with workers with disabilities were often minimal and well worth the expense.

This study was commissioned by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce's disabilityworks initiative, and made possible through a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. A subsequent financial contribution was made by the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities.

See press release for more information.

disabilityworks DePaul Study results are available in the following formats:

 

Employer Focus Group Reports by Sector

  

Other Research Statistics

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