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ERIC Number: EJ1421469
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-May
Pages: 12
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1360-2322
EISSN: EISSN-1468-3148
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'They Don't Think I Can Do It': Experiences of Self-Advocates, Employment Specialists, and Employers on Employment of Adults with Intellectual Disability
Rae Morris; Jennifer Christianson-Barker; Tim Stainton; Rachel Mills; Chris Rowley; John Cox; Monica Schroeder; Rachelle Hole
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, v37 n3 Article e13231 2024
Background: A multi-phase Canadian study was conducted as part of a large-scale community and academic research partnership focused on understanding and improving the employment experiences of people with intellectual disabilities. Method: This multi-method study utilized a sequential approach, using findings from qualitative interviews (n = 28) to inform an online survey (n = 149). Participants were invited to share their experiences with paid employment or with persons with intellectual disabilities. Results: Thematic analysis of data across interview and survey findings resulted in six themes: (1) assumptions and attitudes, (2) knowledge and awareness, (3) accessibility of processes, (4) use of accommodations, (5) workplace relationships, and (6) supports and resources. Conclusions: A holistic and systemic approach has the potential to improve inclusive employment experiences of people with intellectual disabilities. Action is needed mainly at the policy and employer level to reduce barriers and improve on facilitating measures reinforced by the themes shared in this study.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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