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              • A group at an event poses against a SOFAN banner, showcasing unity in diversity. The group includes individuals with visible disabilities, highlighting inclusivity in social spaces.

                A social enterprise creating inclusive jobs in the digital

                marketing sector

                SOFAN in Chile trains individuals with disabilities in ICT via the SOFIA program. By 2024, 136 participants graduated, with 61 securing jobs using tailored, accessible resources.
                SOFAN Audiovisual Services, SOFIA programme, Chile

              • In the image, we see an individual focused on working at a laptop. The person is wearing glasses and a striped polo shirt, and appears to be sitting in an office environment. Behind them is a wall with the words "Fundacion GOODJOB" prominently displayed, suggesting that this may be a workspace of a foundation that likely focuses on social good, employment, or assistance. The setting conveys a professional atmosphere, and the person's engagement with their work could be seen as a representation of inclusion and empowerment in the workplace.

                Company- and volunteer-based vocational training model for creating inclusive jobs in the IT sector

                Fundación GoodJob's #IMPACT Program: Launched in 2020 for technological and vocational training online for persons with disabilities. By the end of 2022, 518 people participated, achieving an employment rate of over 70%.
                GoodJob Foundation, #IMPACT, Spain

              • A beneficiary of the Skills Development Policy at work  © International Labour Organisation

                A target and a push for inclusive skills training and employment

                The reform includes a 5 per cent enrolment target for persons with disabilities, the training of technical and vocational education staff in disability inclusion, developing pilot training and engaging potential employers. In 2016, it resulted already in 328 enrolees and 60 trainees gaining employment.
                ILO Bangladesh, National Skills Development Policy (NSDP) of 2011, DTE Departmental Policy of 2015 and innovative practices 
Department of Technical Education, Ministry of Education, Bangladesh & International Labour Organization (ILO), Bangladesh

              • In a modest sewing workshop, several women and one man are seated at tables with sewing machines, focusing on their work. The space promotes skill development and self-reliance, empowering individuals within their community. The image reflects dedication and inclusiveness in a supportive setting.

                Empowering young people affected by armed conflict with training and job opportunities

                SOPRODE in Congo trains conflict-affected youth in vocational skills. Between 2020-2024, 485 trained (186 with disabilities), 24 found jobs, and 76 started businesses in agriculture, tailoring, and more.
                Solidarity for the Protection of the Rights of the Child, SOPRODE ASBL, Empowering vulnerable young people through vocational training and employment opportunities, Congo

              • A young African woman attentively sews fabric using an accessible sewing machine while a man observes nearby. The scene reflects empowerment through vocational training and the importance of inclusive employment opportunities that value skill and independence.

                Hand-operated sewing machine for wheelchair users in the garment industry

                The HOKO industrial sewing machine replaces the foot pedal with hand controls and adds height adjustability and ergonomic features. Co-designed with people with disabilities and assembled in Addis Ababa, it costs ~10–15% less. Pilots trained 156+ people; over 70% gained work.
                HOKO Innovation for Disability Empowerment and Development, HOKO Accessible Industrial Sewing Machine, Ethiopia

              • This image depicts a person in a garden center watering plants. The individual is using a walker, which indicates they may have mobility challenges, yet they are actively engaged in the task of gardening. They are dressed casually in a pink and purple plaid shirt and jeans, and they appear focused on their work. In the background, another person can be seen walking among the rows of plants. The setting is outdoors, and the garden center is filled with a variety of potted plants and gardening supplies. This scene promotes the theme of inclusivity, showing that gardening is an activity accessible to individuals with different abilities.

                Youth House: Empowering vulnerable young people with disabilities not in education, employment, or training(NEET)

                Salva Vita Foundation, Hungary: Empowers NEET youth through activities like animal-assisted therapy and job coaching. From 2018 to 2022, supported over 140 participants, with around 70 finding employment. Salva Vita Foundation, Youth House,

              • A woman in a wheelchair works as a barista, preparing drinks skillfully. Her independence at the workstation illustrates empowerment and equal employment opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities.

                A café chain employing 90 per cent of its staff with disabilities

                Give & Take Coffee in China employs 93 workers with disabilities in accessible cafes. By 2024, it operated 14 stores, including a Singapore branch, using assistive AR technology.
                Give & Take Coffee, Give & Take Coffee, China

              • A young woman with dark hair sits at a desk in an office. She is talking to a man standing next to her.

                National Training Service making itself accessible and inclusive

                SENA is a public entity for work training and human develop and the only one in Colombia committed to guidelines for inclusion. SENA has counsellors in its 33 offices nationwide and provides 117 mobile training centres for remote regions. In 2019, 1,543 jobs for people with disabilities were placed.
                SENA - The National Training Service Colombia, The National Training Service (SENA), Colombia

              • Students in an art workshop create vibrant, large-scale textile pieces with concentrated focus. The colorful yarns and collaborative atmosphere reflect creativity, learning, and the value of arts education in building confidence and fostering an inclusive community where diverse talents are celebrated.

                High-tech based vocational training for deaf students and job placement in technology companies

                Changsha College in China trains deaf jobseekers with ICT tools and specialized courses. In 2024, 282 students enrolled, maintaining a 96% graduate employment rate over three years.
                Changsha Vocational and Technical College, Open, Inclusive, and Innovative: Driving Sustainable Career Development for the Deaf programme, China

              • Entrepreneurship training and support for persons with disabilities

                The programme supports the self-employment of people with disabilities. Launched in 2018, the project was implemented in seven provinces by 2020. Of the 502 young entrepreneurs who received support after start-up, 360 are succeeding as entrepreneurs and 12 have secured sustainable employment.
                KFF - Kadiwaku Family Foundation, Inclusive Entrepreneurship for Persons with Disabilities, Congo