Employers' Attitudes towards Persons with Disabilities: A Comparison of National and New York State Data.

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Title: Employers' Attitudes towards Persons with Disabilities: A Comparison of National and New York State Data.
Language: English
Authors: Levy, J. M.
Source: International Journal of Rehabilitation Research. Jun 1995 18(2):103-114.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 1995
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Attitudes toward Disabilities, Employer Attitudes, Employment Potential, National Surveys, Severe Disabilities, State Surveys, Supported Employment
Geographic Terms: New York
ISSN: 0342-5282
Abstract: Comparison of 2 studies of employers' attitudes toward the employability of persons with severe disabilities (one of Fortune 500 corporations and one of New York State employers) found that both groups were favorable toward employability. Executives from large companies and individuals with prior positive experience with the disabled were the most positive. (Author/DB)
Entry Date: 1995
Accession Number: EJ506650
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Comparison of 2 studies of employers' attitudes toward the employability of persons with severe disabilities (one of Fortune 500 corporations and one of New York State employers) found that both groups were favorable toward employability. Executives from large companies and individuals with prior positive experience with the disabled were the most positive. (Author/DB)
ISSN:0342-5282