Deciding when and how to disclose your set of circumstances is a very personal decision. Many of the large employers have realised that a diverse group of employees creates a stronger company and provides a better service to customers. They are therefore providing diversity related events, opportunities and targeted advertising to make sure that you think of applying to them. For this reason it can be an extremely positive experience to be open about the challenges you feel you are facing as it makes you eligible for opportunities that are designed with you in mind. It can also mean that you access more support, for example if you tell your university disability office you can find funding, tutoring and support.

Some people choose not to disclose their personal circumstances until they believe it is necessary to the application itself, e.g. if they need to ensure that the venue for the interview is accessible to them. Do remember that if you haven’t disclosed your needs in advance that you cannot expect special arrangements, access etc to be put into place at, for example, an interview or indeed your workplace.

There are times when you may want to check your rights and your university can often help with this. There are also several organisations that can help.

Deciding when and how to disclose your set of circumstances is a very personal decision. Many of the large employers have realised that a diverse group of employees creates a stronger company and provides a better service to customers. They are therefore providing diversity related events, opportunities and targeted advertising to make sure that you think of applying to them. For this reason it can be an extremely positive experience to be open about the challenges you feel you are facing as it makes you eligible for opportunities that are designed with you in mind. It can also mean that you access more support, for example if you tell your university disability office you can find funding, tutoring and support.

Some people choose not to disclose their personal circumstances until they believe it is necessary to the application itself, e.g. if they need to ensure that the venue for the interview is accessible to them. Do remember that if you haven’t disclosed your needs in advance that you cannot expect special arrangements, access etc to be put into place at, for example, an interview or indeed your workplace.

There are times when you may want to check your rights and your university can often help with this. There are also several organisations that can help.