Jordanian perspectives on the disabled at work : Nation’s public sector offers some positive insights

Purpose This paper aims to explore attitudes of disabled employees towards their work in the Jordanian public sector, including facilities, the way that they are treated by other employees and working conditions. Design/methodology/approach A sample of disabled public sector employees was selected to participate in the study by filling in a questionnaire. The response rate was very high. Findings Contrary to some previous studies elsewhere, disabled employees reported a relatively moderate level of satisfaction about the availability of facilities. They were also satisfied with the treatment by their supervisors and colleagues and with the working conditions. Disabled female participants and those who hold graduate degrees reported high satisfaction levels. Originality/value This is one of the first studies to investigate the status of disabled public sector employees in Jordan and in the Arab world.