2024-08-26 06:00:37
88% of respondents to the Trisomie 21 France survey want to work in a normal environment. Today, professional integration is crucial for the company of the future. This leads to action and mobilization by associations, governments and companies themselves. The world of work is changing and becoming vibrant Professional inclusion of people with Down syndrome
The context of career integration for people with Down syndrome
Professional integration of personnel down syndrome has received more and more attention in recent years. it reflects a society’s desire for inclusion and everyone’s recognition. While difficulties remain, these figures indicate significant progress.
A study conducted in 2021 Twelve Down syndrome-related sectoral associations present some important figures:
10.5% of respondents had interrupted mainstream education; 12.8% held CAP and CFG type diplomas; 40.7% of participants were employed; 79% of these said they wanted to work.
Additionally, according to a study conducted in Canada in 2022, the employment rate for people with disabilities is 65%, compared to 80% for the rest of North America’s active population. These results clearly show the motivation for people with Down syndrome to live normally.
Adapted Companies, Work Support Agencies and Services (ESAT) play a vital role in providing Adaptable career opportunities to meet people’s specific skills and needs. The most common employment sectors include agriculture, catering, logistics and sheltered workshop work. For example, many ESATs offer positions in green space maintenance, crafts and even small logistics service management.
Despite these advances, employment remains a battle for many. Barriers include persistent biases, particularly a lack of understanding of the true abilities of people with Down syndrome.
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Integration measures and programs for people with Down syndrome
Public Policy and Professional Integration Program
Public employers with at least 20 employees who do not comply with the 6% employment rate for workers with disabilities must make annual contributions to the FIPHFP (Fund for the Integration of Persons with Disabilities into Public Services). Its goal isSupport people into public employment and help them maintain professional activity.
Since 2022, the “Let your voice be heard” project organized by Trisomie 21 France in partnership with France Travail has been promoted throughout the country. It provides training and also offers benefitsProfessional integration in ordinary settings and promotional campaigns for businesses.
ESAT and Adaptation Inc.
Employment Support Agencies and Services (ESAT) are protected organizations that allow these people to work in an environment suitable for their specific needs and skills. However, as Dr. Renaud Touraine, a geneticist at Saint-Etienne University Hospital and an expert on Down syndrome, points out, working in an ESAT can isolate individuals because they are not in contact with the general population.
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Innovative measures and professional integration success for people with Down syndrome
Career integration for people with Down syndrome is built from an early age inclusive education. Including children with Down syndrome in the classroom is critical to giving them a better chance of success as adults.
Initiatives such as Café Joyeux, which employs people with Down syndrome and autism, exemplify this inclusivity. The non-profit café-restaurant opened in 2017 and currently has 24 locations in cities including Paris, Lyon and New York. Other projects, such as “Rencontres du Papotin” and the film “A Little Something Plus”, use audiovisual media to raise public awareness of the abilities of people with Down syndrome. Roubaix’s Oiseau-Mouche troupe showcases artistic talent through touring performances throughout France.
To raise awareness and promote inclusivity, events such as European Disability Employment Week (SEEPH) and National Down Syndrome Day are crucial. The World Down Syndrome Awards are held globally to recognize projects that improve the lives of people with Down syndrome (Down syndrome).
ACCESS supports the professional integration of young people with Down syndrome. Groups like Accor have developed a specific program to support their Employees with Down syndrome.
Also Read – March 21: World Down Syndrome Day
Camille V.
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– Mission, open your heart. www.cafejoyeux.com. Date viewed: July 20, 2024.
– Inclusive of people with disabilities. Accor Group website. Date viewed: July 20, 2024.
– “I have other abilities,” confirms an employee with Down syndrome. ic.radio-canada.ca. Date viewed: July 20, 2024.
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