Updates from Sightsavers Country Office Pakistan

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Commencement of Ready for Inclusive Sustainable Employment/Entrepreneurship (RISE/E) Project

Sightsavers in partnership with Standard Chartered has started the RISE/E Project which is phase-two of Futuremakers Project in Pakistan after successfully completing its first phase. The project aims to empower young persons with disabilities in Pakistan by supporting their entry and retention in the labour market, through business employment or self-employment. It will support both women and men with disabilities to access decent employment opportunities and grow their businesses, while also helping employers build confidence in inclusive employment practices. Additionally, the project will strengthen the Pakistan Business and Disability Network by promoting inclusive business practices and advocating for policies that create equal employment opportunities for youth with disabilities. By addressing both individual and systemic barriers to employment, this initiative seeks to create sustainable, scalable outcomes, leading to a more inclusive and supportive labour market in Pakistan.

The project is planning its formal launch event in August 2024.

Futuremakers Participants attended Access Ability Careers 2024

Access Ability Careers 2024 was a one-day event organised on 8 May, by ConnectHear with Standard Chartered in Pakistan, designed to connect persons with disabilities with leading companies across various sectors with the purpose of creating employment opportunities. The event was attended by six participants of Pakistan Futuremakers Project who got the opportunity to showcase their skills, qualifications, and aspirations to prospective employers and interact directly with representatives from various industries, discuss potential job opportunities, and learn more about the recruitment processes.