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[Chapter II.3.] Employment Models and Best Practices for the Inclusion of Individuals with Intellectual Disability

Chapter Title: Employment Models and Best Practices for the Inclusion of Individuals with Intellectual Disability

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Gülce Güner - Wise Academy, Sweden
Emre Hüseyin Yiğit - Wise Academy, Sweden

https://doi.org/10.24140/nobarriers.v1.p02.03    

Abstract

This chapter explores the critical role employment plays for People with Intellectual Disability (PwID), highlighting it as a means for achieving dignity, independence, and societal contribution, and how sectorial barriers still persist, despite progress in disability rights. Moreover, it examines employment models and practices to enhance workforce inclusion, promoting a more equitable society, addressing the impact of misconceptions on employment opportunities and exploring models like Supported Employment, Sheltered Workshops, Integrated Employment, and Customised Employment, each providing pathways to inclusion. Best practices including accessibility, accommodations, and inclusive hiring are discussed, with real-life examples demonstrating their effectiveness. Ultimately, this chapter aims to offer insights into creating more inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, advocating for systemic changes in the job market.
Keywords: Intellectual Disability; Employment Inclusion; Supported Employment; Workplace Accommodations; Inclusive Hiring Practices.

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Relevance of the Chapter for People with Intellectual Disability (PwID): This chapter has a significant impact on PwID as it addresses the obstacles they encounter when seeking meaningful employment. This text examines employment models such as Supported Employment and Integrated Employment, emphasising the ways in which they promote independence and social inclusion for PwID. The chapter promotes the significance of inclusive hiring practices and workplace accommodations, and advocates for the elimination of stereotypes that restrict the workforce participation of PwID. By providing valuable insights and exemplary methods, this guide plays a vital role in establishing a job market that is more inclusive. It is a resource for employers, policymakers, and advocates who are committed to empowering these individuals.

Cite as: Güner, G., & Hüseyin Yiğit, E. (2024). Employment Models and Best Practices for the Inclusion of Individuals with Intellectual Disability. In C. Sousa, J. Pereira, & C. Casimiro (Eds.), No Barriers: Strategies and Best Practices for the Employment of Individuals with Intellectual Disability (pp. 87-100). Edições Universitárias Lusófonas. https://doi.org/10.24140/nobarriers.v1.p02.03