October is National Disability Employment awareness month so here are 6 things we wish you knew about working (or not working) with a disability. 1. We want to work: many of us just can’t do it in inaccessible conditions. Most disabled people want to work and miss the sense of purpose it brings. Not working isn’t a “break,” it’s often heartbreaking. The problem usually isn’t ability, it’s inaccessible workplaces, rigid expectations, or lack of support. 2. The system isn’t built for us, and the s