Employee Engagement Assessment
Gain Insight into Workforce Perceptions
Gauge how your disability practices impact employees and ensure you’re meeting their needs with our Employee Engagement Assessment. Enrollment is limited!
The Employee Engagement Assessment is a new tool for employers to maximize the impact of the disability inclusion efforts–at no cost.
Developed in partnership with Rutgers University’s Employer Disability Practices Center, this tool is designed to be taken anonymously by your employees, giving you valuable insights into the parts of your inclusion agenda that are working–and the parts that aren’t.
Signal Your Interest
Submit the form to learn more. Our team will share details on the process, timelines, and how your organization can benefit. You’ll have a chance to review the questions and methodology and to ask questions prior to officially signing on.
Enroll + Launch
Confirm your participation. Next, our team will work with you to set the scope and availability of the employee questionnaire to suit your workforce and unique needs. You’ll have our team’s support every step of the way to ensure a smooth and effective launch.
Get Your Results
Explore your report showing your results against the benchmark, aggregated across all participating employers. Understand which practices are most effective and where there’s opportunity to advance your inclusion efforts to inform strategic planning and critical decisions on resource allocation.
What’s Measured
Workplace Accommodations
Are accommodations policies and procedures effective?
Career
Experience
Do employees feel satisfied and perceive opportunities for growth?
Leadership
Commitment
Do leaders openly support disability advocacy initiatives?
Manager
Effectiveness
Do managers encourage teams, recognize good work, and support growth and development?
Organizational Commitment
Does the organization foster a disability inclusive culture?
People
Practices
Does the organization have specific resources to support employees with disabilities and mental health conditions?
Psychological Safety
Do employees feel safe to communicate openly and take risks without fear?
Self-ID
Do employees feel safe sharing sensitive personal information at work?
Workplace Accessibility
Does the organization provide accessible physical and digital environments for employees with disabilities?
Engagement
How engaged are employees in their work?
Intent to Stay
How likely are employees to seek new roles in the next twelve months?
“Participating in the Employee Engagement Assessment is a logical step for employers looking to maximize the impact of their inclusion efforts, and it starts with knowing how these efforts are perceived at the employee-level.”
Beth Sirull
President & CEO, National Organization on Disability
“Progress begins with a clear picture of the present. We’re helping employers advance a culture of inclusion by developing tools that provide valuable insights–informed by data, so you can move forward with purpose.”
Josef Pevsner
Director, Research, Strategy, and Product Development, National Organization on Disability
Key Dates
November 21, 2025
Deadline to Confirm Participation
December 19, 2025
Deadline to Complete Assessment
Spring 2026
Get Your Results
Featured Resource
Employee Engagement Assessment FAQ
What makes the NOD Employee Engagement Assessment different from others?
Our tool uniquely assesses how disability practices affect your entire workforce, providing deep insight into culture, satisfaction, and retention.
Who is conducting the assessment?
The assessment is administered by NOD in partnership with ResultsLab, as part of a federally funded research initiative.
Am I eligible to participate?
U.S.-based companies with at least 250 employees are eligible. Enrollment is limited, and only 30 companies will be selected to participate.
How do I download a copy of the assessment?
Participating employers will receive all materials, including the assessment questions and our Implementation Guide upon onboarding.
Is the Employee Engagement Assessment free?
Yes. The assessment is free for participating employers, and is funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
How much time will the assessment take to complete?
The assessment takes an employee approximately 15 minutes to complete and includes 65 total questions.
What are the deadlines for participation?
Participation must be confirmed by November 21, 2025. The assessment (with a recommended 3-week window) must be completed by December 19, 2025.
What is the process for my employees to participate?
Employees will receive a universal assessment link and can complete the assessment anonymously via desktop, tablet, or mobile device.
How many employees need to complete the assessment?
At least 100 responses are strongly recommended to receive valid insight. Most organizations should aim to survey 1,000 employees or 5% of their workforce, whichever is greater, for valid analysis.
Is the assessment accessible for all employees?
Yes. NOD and ResultsLab ensure accessibility across all platforms in compliance with WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 standards.
When will we receive the results?
Employer-specific reports are delivered within 30 business days of respective assessment completion. Aggregate insights are shared in Spring 2026.
Is my data secure?
Yes. All assessment data is anonymous and de-identified. Only NOD, ResultsLab, and your organization will have access to employer-specific data.
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