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Training and Awareness Activities in European Companies for the Inclusion of Disabled People, Including Deaf Individuals
The article highlights European initiatives for the inclusion of disabled, especially deaf, individuals, focusing on training, accommodations, mentorship, and the QSA4Disability project’s apprenticeship goals.
Aims of the tool
The aim is to promote inclusive apprenticeship programs for deaf individuals within the European workforce, focusing on creating accessible environments through training, mentorship, and reasonable accommodations, while challenging stereotypes regarding their employability.
Description of the tool
This article outlines the critical need for disability inclusion in European workplaces, focusing on the inclusion of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. It discusses the current state of disability employment in the EU, highlighting barriers such as underemployment, social exclusion, and lack of training. The article presents various training and awareness initiatives, including disability awareness programs, sign language courses, and reasonable workplace accommodations that companies are adopting to ensure inclusivity. The piece also highlights several good practices in European companies, including the Erasmus+ DESIGNS project and the Adecco Group’s strategies for inclusive workplaces. The QSA4Disability project is featured as an important initiative aimed at improving the employment prospects of deaf apprentices through a quality standard for distance apprenticeships in Vocational Education and Training (VET). The article concludes that while progress has been made, continued efforts are needed to overcome the challenges and foster truly inclusive workplaces.
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Tool overview
http://toolbox.salto-youth.net/4899
This tool is for
Employers, HR managers, and diversity officers seeking to enhance workplace inclusivity for disabled employees, especially those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Educational institutions and VET providers working with disabled students. Policy makers and organizations focusing on disability rights and employment in the EU. Apprenticeship programs and companies involved in inclusive training and workforce development.
and addresses
Disability
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The tool was published to the Toolbox by
Marilena Falco (on 31 May 2025)
and last modified
2 May 2025
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