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The DMEC Community supports human resources professionals who have a focus on absence and disability leave management. Find your colleagues, find your purpose, and work to make changes that impact the people you support in your organization.
DMECommunities, our online networking groups, provide DMEC members with a welcoming and professional environment where they can directly connect with industry peers, ask/answer questions, share resources, seek feedback, and obtain absence and disability management information.
Whether you’re seeking an integrated absence management (IAM) position or recruiting new staff for your organization, the DMEC Career Center is your resource for relevant job listings and qualified candidates.
The Employer Advisory Council (EAC) supports our mission by providing strategic advice, feedback, and recommendations on DMEC programs and resources.
The Editorial Advisory Group (EAG) helps guide DMEC’s editorial content — ensuring that the organization provides valuable and timely best practices and strategies for absence and disability management professionals.
Latest News & Resources
Read the latest news about integrated disability and absence management including insights, strategies, and best practices.

Are Disability and Absence Managers Needed for Successful Case Management Software Contract Review?
Having disability and absence management professionals at the table when reviewing case management software helps avoid surprise costs and it ensures data security.

Trending Topics in 2025 and Beyond
Which data-driven strategies will guide employers toward more sustainable benefit structures? Bryon E. Bass, CLMS, CEO, DMEC, shares insights in this 2025 trends overview.

Getting Incomplete or Insufficient FMLA Medical Certifications? Request More Information
How can employers ensure compliance with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when it comes to medical certifications?

Navigating the Intersection of Federal and State Pregnancy and Family Leave Protections
Remember that federal and state programs — paid and unpaid — can run concurrently or in tandem. Get details for navigating this complex terrain.
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