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1National Conference of State Legislatures.
NCSL Legisbrief
|July 13, 2018
Summary
People with disabilities face employment barriers due to a lack of 21st-century skills. The U.S. Army
Area of Science:
- Disability Employment
- Workforce Development
- STEM Inclusion
Background:
- Significant employment disparities exist for people with disabilities, with a labor participation rate of 20% compared to 68% for non-disabled individuals.
- Barriers to higher-paying 21st-century jobs disproportionately affect individuals with disabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the U.S. Army's summer apprenticeship program as an initiative to address underrepresentation.
- To explore opportunities for students with disabilities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields.
Main Methods:
- Programmatic intervention: U.S. Army summer apprenticeship.
- Target demographic: High school students, including those with disabilities and from underrepresented groups in STEM.
- Focus areas: Skill development for 21st-century employment.
Main Results:
- The program aims to bridge the skills gap for individuals with disabilities.
- It provides pathways for underrepresented groups into STEM careers.
- Increased labor participation for disabled individuals is a potential outcome.
Conclusions:
- Apprenticeship programs can mitigate employment barriers for people with disabilities.
- Targeted STEM initiatives are crucial for fostering inclusivity.
- The U.S. Army program serves as a model for workforce development.
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