How subjective standards in the ADA undermine equity for autistic employees
In a recent article published on Psychology Today’s website, Dr. Hari Srinivasan, a Fellow in the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation shares, “What counts as “reasonable”? It’s a word we assume guarantees fairness, yet in the workplace, the term “reasonable accommodations” can feel anything but fair for employees with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was intended to ensure equity for workers with disabilities, but the ambiguity of the “reasonable” prefix before “accommodations” leaves far too much room for interpretation. As a result, instead of leveling the playing field, this vagueness tips the power balance in favor of employers, often leading to subjective and inconsistent implementations.”
For the full article, visit Psychology Today.
