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

We have worked with Inclusion Uganda 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 Uganda.

FULL REPORT

The webinar is presented by Inclusion Uganda and supported by DSi.

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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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