Opening Doors How can disability support services unlock the open labour market?

Having a job is more than just a way to earn a living. Our jobs often shape our identity and our sense of purpose while also contributing to our overall well-being. However, many people with disabilities face major barriers to finding and maintaining employment on the open labour market. These barriers range from stigma and discrimination to the lack of education and vocational training that meet the needs of people with disabilities. EASPD and THE NET’s International Conference in Athens will focus on how disability support service providers, businesses and policymakers can work together to create more opportunities for people with disabilities on the open labour market. The conference will: – Identify different support models proven to create opportunities for persons with disabilities on the open labour market. – Showcase practical methods available to support persons with disabilities to access inclusive employment opportunities. – Inspire businesses with strategies that create a more inclusive working environment. – Exchange on legal frameworks that increase inclusive open labour market opportunities.