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The award recognizes exceptional disability inclusion practices and policies in a diverse range of industries
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – In anticipation of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October, nonprofit research institute RTI International is honored to receive the NOD Leading Disability Employer Seal for 2024 by the National Organization on Disability (NOD).
This esteemed award highlights employers that are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce by adopting exemplary employment practices for people with disabilities.
“We’re incredibly grateful to RTI International for their commitment to disability inclusion,” said Beth Sirull, chief executive officer and president, National Organization on Disability. “We believe that diversity fuels innovation and growth, and RTI embodies this vision in action. We applaud their efforts and investments to provide pathways to fulfilling careers for Americans with disabilities.”
The Leading Disability Employer Seal is granted based on the NOD Employment Tracker™, a comprehensive assessment tool that evaluates key business practices related to hiring, retention and advancement of people with disabilities.
“We are proud to be named a Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability,” said Bucky Fairfax, D.B.A., executive vice president, chief human resources officer. “This recognition underscores our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all staff, which is foundational to our culture and employee experience.”
This accolade reflects disability inclusion efforts in areas, including workforce strategy, talent outcome metrics and sourcing, climate and culture, people practices, and workplace tools and accessibility.
For more information about RTI’s commitment to disability inclusion and the institute’s efforts to support a diverse and equitable workforce, please visit the careers page.
About the National Organization on Disability (NOD)
The National Organization on Disability (NOD) is a nonprofit organization that seeks to increase employment opportunities for the millions of Americans with disabilities. NOD offers a suite of employment solutions, tailored to anticipate, and meet leading companies’ workforce needs. NOD has helped some of the world’s most recognized brands be more competitive in today’s global economy by building or enriching their disability inclusion programs. For more information about NOD and how its portfolio of workforce solutions, Leadership Council, Employment Tracker™, and Engagement Survey can help your business, visit www.nod.org.
About RTI International
RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach — one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities and businesses around the world. For more information, visit www.rti.org.
