The Edo State Government, in collaboration with Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, has trained 29 visually impaired individuals in digital technology to empower them and enhance their employment prospects.
During the graduation ceremony themed ‘Fostering Digital Inclusion to Empower and Facilitate Employment for Visually Impaired Persons’, held on Thursday, Dr Detlef Barth, the Team Leader for Skills Development for Youth Employment, highlighted the summit’s aim to foster dialogue, share successful strategies, and devise practical plans to overcome the obstacles faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing job opportunities, aligning with the International Day for Persons with Disability.
Barth stressed the significance of cooperation among all stakeholders to create an inclusive workplace.
He also emphasized the necessity for reasonable adjustments in administrative rules, policies, and procedures to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities.
Additionally, he underlined the importance of educating and providing essential information to employers, enabling them to appreciate the benefits of having a diverse workforce.
He added, “The objective of the summit is to foster dialogue, share best practices, and develop concrete action plans to address the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in accessing employment opportunities in line with the theme of the International Day for Persons with Disability 2023 Goals.
“The summit emphasizes the importance of collaboration between all stakeholders in creating an inclusive workplace.”
