American Disabilities Act (ADA)

The University of Nebraska Medical Center-Omaha hired you as a diversity management consultant. The vice president for center operations wants to highlight the medical center’s reputation for excellence in accommodating individuals with physical disabilities. As per the contract, one of your deliverables is to write an article on this topic for the medical center newsletter.

From your years as a diversity consultant, you are familiar with the ADA. Discuss the key aspects of ADA that you will share with all employees so they understand the importance of the topic. Include a discussion on how ADA assists organizations in maintaining a diverse workforce.

Write a two-page article, in Word, for the medical center’s company newsletter, which clearly identifies the key elements and importance of the ADA and how ADA can be used to help organizations maintain a diverse workforce.  Your article should conform to APA standards and include at least three references from the AU library and/or the Internet which support your assertions.

Readings Below:

• Following chapter from the assigned textbook, Managing Diversity: People Skills for a Multicultural Workplace:
  • Inclusive Corporate Cultures

Optional Reading

• Following chapter from the assigned Ebrary book, Managing the Dynamics of Change: The Fastest Path to Creating an Engaged and Productive Workplace:
  • Chapter 9: Assign Accountability
  • Chapter 10: Sustaining Enthusiasm for Change
  • Chapter 11: Creating a Culture of Change