"Resume Tip"
It is an accepted fact that you shouldn't have a long Resume because simply, it won't be read. That said, don’t make it too short!
Having a resume that's overly short isn't a good idea either. While a one-page resume is often seen as being the ideal, you definitely don't want to start trimming off important bits of information in order to squeeze everything onto one page. This could mean missing out on the chance to tell your prospective employer about relevant achievements. While you might be able to impress them with this information in an interview, you have to make it to that stage first.
Don't rush through writing your resume. Do your homework first. Make sure all your relevant points are there. This document is the first step to employment. #AWU #disability #jobs #resumetips
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
"Resume Tip"
It is an accepted fact that you shouldn't have a long Resume because simply, it won't be read. That said, don’t make it too short!
Having a resume that's overly short isn't a good idea either. While a one-page resume is often seen as being the ideal, you definitely don't want to start trimming off important bits of information in order to squeeze everything onto one page. This could mean missing out on the chance to tell your prospective employer about relevant achievements. While you might be able to impress them with this information in an interview, you have to make it to that stage first.
Don't rush through writing your resume. Do your homework first. Make sure all your relevant points are there. This document is the first step to employment. #AWU #disability #jobs #resumetips
DoD Celebrates Employees with Disabilities
• The Department of Defense (DoD) honored 14 civilian employees with disabilities at the 26th Annual DoD Disability Awards.
• The event, hosted by David S. C. Chu, highlighted the DoD's commitment to assisting disabled individuals in achieving their full potential.
• The DoD employs over 5,000 people with severe disabilities, representing almost 1% of its civilian workforce.
• The article references the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month, "Americans with Disabilities: Ready for the Global Workforce."
• The DoD also supports programs for wounded service members and provides resources to help them succeed.
https://www.dvidshub.net/news/540752/dod-civilians-prove-disability-no-handicap
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
DoD Celebrates Employees with Disabilities
• The Department of Defense (DoD) honored 14 civilian employees with disabilities at the 26th Annual DoD Disability Awards.
• The event, hosted by David S. C. Chu, highlighted the DoD's commitment to assisting disabled individuals in achieving their full potential.
• The DoD employs over 5,000 people with severe disabilities, representing almost 1% of its civilian workforce.
• The article references the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month, "Americans with Disabilities: Ready for the Global Workforce."
• The DoD also supports programs for wounded service members and provides resources to help them succeed.
https://www.dvidshub.net/news/540752/dod-civilians-prove-disability-no-handicap
May 2025 Job Report
May Summary:
Job postings at 2.94 million declined 9.2% in May from April and declined 13.5% from May 2024
Technology postings increased 3% in May compared to April and were up 16% vs. May 2024
Fill days were 49.3 days - up from 45 days last month
Mid-posted compensation slightly increased .5% in May from last month to $67,000
Transportation comp increased 3.3% in May
Industry sectors experiencing an unmet demand trend include: Professional Services, Construction and Financial Services. #AWU #disability #jobs
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
May 2025 Job Report
May Summary:
Job postings at 2.94 million declined 9.2% in May from April and declined 13.5% from May 2024
Technology postings increased 3% in May compared to April and were up 16% vs. May 2024
Fill days were 49.3 days - up from 45 days last month
Mid-posted compensation slightly increased .5% in May from last month to $67,000
Transportation comp increased 3.3% in May
Industry sectors experiencing an unmet demand trend include: Professional Services, Construction and Financial Services. #AWU #disability #jobs
"Resume Information "
AI Bias in Resume Screening Disadvantages Disabled Applicants
• A 2024 study revealed that ChatGPT-4 exhibits bias against resumes highlighting disability-related achievements, penalizing applicants who mention them.
• The AI model often disadvantages "enhanced" resumes, showing both direct ableism through explicit negative language and indirect ableism by drawing irrelevant disability conclusions.
• GPT-4 minimizes leadership credentials, frames advocacy as detracting from technical skills, and biases narrative structure, portraying disability-related research as "narrow."
• This bias stems from stereotypes in its training data, demonstrating that without correction, AI can perpetuate systemic ableism in resume filters, potentially justifying bias under the guise of objectivity.
https://www.ere.net/articles/thumbs-down-for-disability-ai-bias-in-resume-screening
#AWU #disability #jobs #resumetips
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
"Resume Information "
AI Bias in Resume Screening Disadvantages Disabled Applicants
• A 2024 study revealed that ChatGPT-4 exhibits bias against resumes highlighting disability-related achievements, penalizing applicants who mention them.
• The AI model often disadvantages "enhanced" resumes, showing both direct ableism through explicit negative language and indirect ableism by drawing irrelevant disability conclusions.
• GPT-4 minimizes leadership credentials, frames advocacy as detracting from technical skills, and biases narrative structure, portraying disability-related research as "narrow."
• This bias stems from stereotypes in its training data, demonstrating that without correction, AI can perpetuate systemic ableism in resume filters, potentially justifying bias under the guise of objectivity.
https://www.ere.net/articles/thumbs-down-for-disability-ai-bias-in-resume-screening
Disabled Amazon Workers Allege Systemic Discrimination
• Disabled corporate workers at Amazon are accusing the company of systemic discrimination, including denying accommodation requests and suppressing organizing efforts.
• Workers claim Amazon uses AI in an automated or semi-automated way to deny accommodation requests, potentially violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• A letter from over 200 disabled workers to Amazon executives cited issues with return-to-office mandates, accommodation procedures, and accessibility.
• Employees allege that their attempts to organize on Slack were suppressed, with messages and a petition removed by the company.
• Amazon disputes the allegations, stating it respects employees' rights to organize and that its disability and leave services team ensures access to accommodations, denying the use of AI in the process.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jun/30/disabled-amazon-workers-discrimination
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
Disabled Amazon Workers Allege Systemic Discrimination
• Disabled corporate workers at Amazon are accusing the company of systemic discrimination, including denying accommodation requests and suppressing organizing efforts.
• Workers claim Amazon uses AI in an automated or semi-automated way to deny accommodation requests, potentially violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• A letter from over 200 disabled workers to Amazon executives cited issues with return-to-office mandates, accommodation procedures, and accessibility.
• Employees allege that their attempts to organize on Slack were suppressed, with messages and a petition removed by the company.
• Amazon disputes the allegations, stating it respects employees' rights to organize and that its disability and leave services team ensures access to accommodations, denying the use of AI in the process.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jun/30/disabled-amazon-workers-discrimination