In the workplace

Engen and the DEET help disabled artisans enter the workplace

Engen has partnered with the Disability Economic Empowerment Trust (DEET) to launch an artisan training programme for 100 people living with disabilities that will assist them with the skills required to enter the job market. By Rising Sun Engen and the DEET have worked together since 2019 on various initiatives, aimed at enhancing the quality […]

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The importance of monitoring and maintenance of mental health programmes in the workplace

In Mental Health Awareness Month, Tshikululu’s message to corporate South Africa is that it is our duty as leaders of our respective organisations to give voice to the important issue of mental wellness in the workplace and to act on it. Mental illness is a growing problem world-wide. In Mental Health Awareness Month, Tshikululu Social

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Finalists of the SAB Foundation Social Innovation and Disability Empowerment Awards 2022

The SAB Foundation in partnership with the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) has selected the finalists of its annual Social Innovation and Disability Empowerment Awards, where 24 deserving entrepreneurs will be awarded with funding of up to R1.3 million. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on 11 October 2022. SAB Foundation Innovation Specialist,

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Nestlé’s four pillars of inclusivity for holistic transformation

Nestlé is the world’s largest food and beverage company. It is present in 187 countries around the world, and its 291,000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of unlocking the power of food to enhance quality for everyone, today and for generations to come. In August 2018, it formed a new region known as the

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Citi South Africa commits to people with disabilities

Citi first established a presence in South Africa in 1958 and re-entered the country with a representative office that was converted to a full branch in July 1995. Since then, Citi has grown to become the country’s largest foreign bank and the sixth largest commercial bank, with capital and reserves representing over one quarter of

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Netcare Group wins award for leading employer of people with disabilities

Integrated Reporting and Assurance Services (IRAS) in partnership with the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) have recognised the Netcare Group as a leading employer of persons with disabilities (PwD). The IRAS presented the award to Netcare for having the highest rate of PwDs employed among JSE listed companies exceeding 10 000

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Skills development for the physically and mentally disabled

From humble beginnings, Signa Academy was once a small operation with two training rooms, five employees and 20 learners. We have since expanded into a national institution with 6 permanent campuses in five provinces; and an average of 1400 learners who participate in over 44 fully accredited skills development programmes. Signa is derived from the

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FCB Joburg/Hellocomputer – Creativity in the ad agency world

FCB Joburg/Hellocomputer has recognised the need to unlock opportunities in the advertising space for people with disabilities. As an agency that is passionate and committed to inclusion, the opportunities are endless for people with a creative streak, be it writing, conceptualisation, design or production. HR Business Partner at FCB/Hellocomputer, Malanie Sarjoo spoke to Disability Connect

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Old Mutual Insure – Evolving into a world of inclusivity

Old Mutual Insure has a comprehensive responsible business and CSI programme, within which it is developing innovation in its strategy for the medium term. Social responsibility in particular has been given attention and Old Mutual Insure has concentrated  a lot of time and money on creating an environment of inclusivity and the recruitment of differently

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Ramping up accessibility in the workplace

Accessibility in the workplace is about more than just access. It is about making the entire office more inclusive. Compiled by Tarren Bolton Accessibility isn’t just about adding wheelchair ramps and Braille onto signage. It involves looking at technology and how it can improve an employee’s ability to be a top performer. Think adjustable desks

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