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A national Inclusive Education policy promoting respect and lifelong learning
Samoa's "Inclusive Education Policy" aims at inclusive and equitable quality education, as well as the promotion of lifelong learning opportunities for all. The government itself is responsible for implementing the policy. This takes place within the framework of a five-year plan that involves several ministries and NGOs.
Samoa Ministry of Education, Sports and Culture, Inclusive Education Policy, Samoa -
An accessibility framework for a global enterprise in healthcare and agriculture
Bayer’s ENABLE framework, 'Enabling All, Excluding None', was co-developed with 70 country BRG leads and people with disabilities. Funded centrally with local rollouts, it added QR codes to ~30 products (2M users), improved 250+ brand websites and upgraded 200 sites.
Bayer, Enabling All, Excluding None Framework, Germany -
National guideline to make vocational training centres fully accessible
Published in 2019, the guideline is the first document in Ethiopia to set out measures for the equal participation of people with disabilities in "technical and vocational education and training" (TVET). By 2020, more than 30 government institutions have implemented the directive.
Ethiopian Federal TVET Agency, Guideline for inclusion of people with disabilities , Ethiopia -
One platform for all - from assistance to incentives for employers
JobAccess Service helps people with disabilities, employers, employment service providers, and the community to access advice regarding resources, financial assistance, and workplace services. By 2016, the government-driven service has managed 245,000 enquiries and has created 2,500 job opportunities.
Australian Department of Social Services, JobAccess Service 2016 Department of Social Services (DSS), WorkFocus Group, Australia, Australia -
Training professional baristas in the Caribbean
Deaf Can! Coffee is a social enterprise founded in 2015 that engages deaf young people and equips them with the knowledge and confidence to operate a sustainable coffee venture. Once the candidates complete training, they are employed in the café, but also work upon request for mobile coffee stations.
Deaf Can! Coffee, Jamaica -
Municipality Council running a four-step job integration model
Users undergo an assessment before being trained in obtaining a job. Support then continues during the start of the job, making reasonable adjustments, and continues with a follow-up evaluation and contact throughout the work experience. Since its launch in 2013, 356 people with disabilities have participated and 118 have found employment.
Municipality of Providencia, Providencia Labour Inclusion Programme, Chile -
Inclusive and AI-powered chatbot supporting female victims of gender-based violence
NOOR AI Equal Access is a non-profit, multilingual AI chatbot that helps women and girls with disabilities access confidential information on disability rights, gender-based violence and referrals to verified legal and psychosocial services. It works offline, is available 24/7, and has served over 18,000 users and enabled 5,200+ referrals.
STEP - Special Talent Exchange Program, NOOR AI Equal Access, Pakistan -
Teaching skills to children with autism using animated video
In 2013, Signes De Sens from France together with the Centre Ressources Autismes Hauts-de-France created ‘Ben the Koala’, a cartoon character that teaches children with autism everyday tasks such as brushing teeth and getting dressed. Dissemination takes place via videos, mobile apps, and printed materials.
Signes de sens, Ben le Koala, France -
A museum in an ancient citadel as a role model for accessible sights
The Tower of David Museum, an ancient citadel in Jerusalem, Israel, has developed a model that allows people with different disabilities to visit in an accessible, inclusive, and stress-free way. It now serves as a role model and is leading the Museum Accessibility Forum, reaching all museums in Israel.
Tower of David Museum, Accessibility and Inclusion Programme, Israel -
Lottery funds for employment support of people with hearing or visual disabilities
People with hearing or visual impairments are supported in professional skills development and career planning by specialized trainers. Employers also receive staff training and other support. Since 2009, 703 people were hired as a result of the programme and 43 businesses have joined the NGO’s network.
Committee for People Who Are Blind and Deaf in Guatemala, Labour Inclusion and Entrepreneurship Programme, Guatemala