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Empowering Inclusion: 24-Month Internship Programme for Learners with Disabilities

A leading organisation is opening doors for learners living with disabilities to kickstart their careers through a dynamic 24-month internship programme. Designed to promote inclusion and real-world experience, this opportunity is ideal for recent graduates with a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Human Resources, Accounting, Supply Chain, and related fields. Key Details: · […]

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DP World 12-month Learnership Programme

Learnerships / Disability Connect

DP World is pleased to announce the launch of a 12-month Learnership Programme, specifically designed for People Living with Disabilities. This initiative will be rolled out across multiple locations in South Africa, offering participants valuable skills development and workplace experience. To be eligible for the programme, the below minimum requirements apply: · Valid Doctors Certificate

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Gallery – Disability Summit & Career Expo 2025, Johannesburg

Career Expo, Current Affairs, In the workplace / Disability Connect

Another roaring success for disability inclusion in the workplace at the annual Disability Summit & Career Expo 2025 held at the Wits Hall 29 on the West Campus. Headline sponsors Sanlam and the Road Accident Fund opened proceedings with strong messages about corporate South Africa embracing diversity and inclusion in the workplace and their commitment

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Leaving no one behind as UCT is transforming disability inclusion

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

By Myolisi Gophe/ Images Lerato Maduna for UCT News In the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Vision 2030 lies a powerful commitment: leave no one behind. While this mantra may sound aspirational, for the Disability Service, it is an everyday reality they are working tirelessly to bring to life. Over the past decade, the department

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On air with disability, intentionality and love

In Focus / Disability Connect

For radio presenters with a disability this task becomes even more daunting due to the many barriers they face from fully participating in the radio broadcasting industry, including access to infrastructure and technology, as well as attitudinal barriers. The Media Online Mardi Delport is a vision-impaired radio presenter in South Africa, having worked in a

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Johannesburg empowers people with disabilities through inclusive planning

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

Johannesburg empowers people with disabilities through inclusive planning The City of Johannesburg has hosted an Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session for People with Disabilities (PWD) at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre. The session was part of the City’s commitment to public participation, ensuring that marginalised communities play an active role in shaping local development priorities. Recognising

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RNIB has deserted braille users says blind campaigner

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

A disabled campaigner claims the disability charity RNIB has “washed its hands” of those with the most significant levels of visual impairment, after scrapping its long-established free braille transcription service. By John Pring – Disability News Service Connor Scott-Gardner (pictured), a blind campaigner from Leeds, has accused RNIB of hypocrisy and discrimination after it called

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The disability inclusion wake-up call: Are you prepared?

Current Affairs, In the workplace / Disability Connect

With the proposed increase in disability employment targets, employers are being called to do more than tick a compliance box; it’s time to look inward and explore the impact, challenges and importance of an inclusive workplace culture. By Tarryn Mason – Progression As part of the ongoing consultations around the sectoral targets relating to the

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Disability Smart Awards 2025 finalists announced

The Business Place, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized / Disability Connect

Business Disability Forum has announced the finalists of its Disability Smart Awards 2025. These annual awards are a platform for showcasing the work of organisations, teams and individuals to help improve the life experiences of disabled people as employees and as consumers. 1 in 4 people in the UK has a disability and the estimated

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Building an inclusive UCT through new online course

Disability Spotlight, In Focus / Disability Connect

Creating a truly inclusive learning and working environment means going beyond compliance – it requires a shift in mindset, institutional culture, and daily practice. At the University of Cape Town (UCT), the “Transformation through Disability Inclusion” course was developed to address these challenges, ensuring that all staff have the tools to create a more accessible

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