Redesigning Employment Systems for Neurodivergent Inclusion

Vocational Rehabilitation for Students with Developmental Disabilities 2026 Book chapter Open access

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Authors: Cassadee Orinthia Yan
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-9541-7.ch011
Cited by: 1
References: 40

Abstract

Drawing on integrated theoretical frameworks—Critical Disability Theory, Ecological Systems Theory, Structuration Theory, and intersectionality—this analysis comprehensively examines structural barriers to neurodivergent employment. Key obstacles include social stigma, inflexible recruitment practices, lack of accommodations, and systemic exclusion. It advocates systemic reforms such as strengths-based hiring, policy reforms, and intersectional inclusion models to build inclusive employment pathways.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Disability Education and Employment Disability Rights and Representation Retirement Disability and Employment

Publication details

Journal / source
Vocational Rehabilitation for Students with Developmental Disabilities
Publisher
IGI Global Scientific Publishing
Pages
339–376
Publication date
11 February 2026
Language
NG
Document type
Book chapter