Beyond Access: An Organizational Maturity Model for Disability Inclusion

This resource complements my co-authored peer-reviewed publication on the inclusion of disabled people in organizations and provides a practical framework for leaders. It situates disability inclusion within the broader landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion, introducing a six-phase maturity model with guidance for applying it in real-world contexts. The concept of a transformative middle ground emphasizes DEI work that focuses on systems and processes, enabling lasting inclusive change while reducing resistance. Designed for organizations moving from compliance toward meaningful inclusion, this resource invites leaders to center dignity, agency, and belonging as core measures of success.  Read article (PDF) >

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Brown, A., & Cechony, A. (2025). Beyond Access: An Organizational Maturity Model for Disability Inclusion. AB Performance Advisory-Woven Experience.

 

How to (Really) Fix the Pipeline Problem

Many organizational leaders seeking to improve DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) point to “the pipeline problem” as a reason for a lack of diversity in their organizations. While there is some truth to this perspective, it ignores the reality that many qualified candidates of color are underutilized in the workforce or unseen in recruiting pipelines. It furthermore assumes that the problem is primarily external, ignoring opportunities for internal growth. We offer an alternative solution to the pipeline problem that prioritizes internal equity and inclusion rather than diversity in and of itself. Read article (PDF) >

 

Brown, A., & Bucknor, C. (2025). How to (Really) Fix the Pipeline Problem. Originally published in 2022 by EBDI. Re-published by AB Performance Advisory.

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