DII Series #1 Disability Inclusion in Rural Apprenticeships

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Youth with disabilities in northern Uganda experience considerable challenges while accessing mainstream vocational education due to various personal and social limitations, besides facing poverty. The majority have a low educational background and their individual capacities are hardly recognised. The persistent perception of not being “employable”, leads to social isolation and very
low self-esteem. Without any skills, the chances of making money and/or getting a paid job are limited.