Request for Information USDOL/ILAB: Ensuring access to decent work for persons with disabilities
ID: 348390Type: Forecasted
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Bureau of International Labor Affairs (DOL-ETA-ILAB)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Ensuring access to decent work for persons with disabilities." This initiative aims to gather insights and recommendations on enhancing programming that addresses the intersection of disability rights and decent work, focusing on strategies to prevent discrimination and promote economic inclusion for individuals with disabilities. The RFI seeks to identify research gaps and effective practices that can improve access to education, employment, and social protection services for disabled persons, in alignment with frameworks such as the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to submit their responses by July 10, 2023, to Evan Tuch at tuch.evan@dol.gov, as participation may inform future funding opportunities, although it does not guarantee any advantages in subsequent procurement actions.

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    The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at gathering insights to enhance programming focusing on the intersection of disability rights and decent work. This initiative seeks to prevent discrimination, promote economic inclusion, and uphold disability rights in labor contexts, with a particular emphasis on strategies that empower individuals with disabilities. Responses to this RFI are voluntary and will inform potential future funding opportunities, but participation does not guarantee any advantages in subsequent procurement actions. The backdrop of this RFI highlights the broader frameworks guiding these efforts, including the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The document provides a detailed overview of existing inequalities faced by persons with disabilities, emphasizing challenges in accessing education, employment, and necessary social protections. ILAB calls on stakeholders to share evidence regarding labor exploitation linked to disabilities and suggest effective national policies and practices that enhance educational and employment access. The aim is to develop a structured response to improve labor rights and reduce barriers faced by disabled individuals, while fostering inclusive practices across sectors. Responses are required by July 10, 2023, to designated email addresses.
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