Best Practices in the Employment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities: A Case Study of Kenya

We have worked with Down Syndrome Society of Kenya (DSSK) for two years on a self-advocacy-focused employment programme.

This webinar discusses a case study report which examines the barriers faced by persons with intellectual disabilities in accessing employment in Kenya.

FULL REPORT

The webinar is presented by Down Syndrome Society of Kenya and supported by DSi.

In the video, Roselyne refers to this employment stories video:

Learn more about this project:

EMPLOYMENT ADVOCACY IN AFRICA

Thank you to our financial supporter Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD).

The content of our website does not necessarily reflect the views of our financial partner.

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