Our Mission
ODEP's mission is to develop and influence policies and practices that increase the number and quality of employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Technical Assistance & Policy Development Centers
Job Accommodation Network
Employer Assistance Resource Network on Disability
Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology
National Center on Leadership for the Employment and Economic Advancement of People with Disabilities
Center for Advancing Policy on Employment for Youth
Discover Our Programs & Initiatives
Job Accommodation Network
Navigate the accommodation process with smart tools and expert guidance
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Learn about National Disability Employment Awareness Month, its 2026 theme, history, videos and resources from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Veterans Accommodations Toolkit: Workplace
Resources and support from ODEP to help veterans with disabilities find employment, career training, workplace accommodations, and more.
Retaining Employment and Talent After Injury/
Retaining Employment and Talent After Injury/Illness Network
Competitive Integrated Employment Transformation
Explore ODEP’s Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) Hub for tools, guidance, and resources that help expand disability inclusive employment opportunities.
Mental Health
Resources and initiatives from ODEP that support workplace mental health, employee well-being, and inclusive employment practices.
What Can YOU Do? The Campaign for Disability
Campaign promoting disability employment by highlighting the skills, value and workplace contributions of people with disabilities.
Apprenticeship Accommodations Toolkit
Improves apprenticeship access, accommodations, and success for people with disabilities and employers.
Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP)
Connects federal and private employers with college students and recent grads with disabilities for internships and jobs.
Disability Statistics
May 2026 Disability Employment Statistics Ages 16 years and over:
Labor Force Participation Rate
People with disabilities: 23.9%
People without disabilities: 67.6%
Unemployment Rate
People with disabilities: 9.1%
People without disabilities: 3.8%
Need Help?
Have questions about disability employment, workplace inclusion, or ODEP programs? Contact ODEP for assistance and resources.