National Conference Highlights Challenges for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities are finding it harder than ever before to get jobs, according to Galway-based disability advocate Maggie Woods.
Speaking at the national conference of Local Development Companies in Ballina, Woods, the Co-ordinator of the Galway City Partnership 'WorkAbility' Programme, noted that out of 90 people on their programme, only 15 have jobs.
Woods is urging prospective employers to give people with disabilities a chance.
Minister for Social Protection, Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary, expressed no surprise at the situation and had a message for employers.
The conference aimed to address the challenges faced by people with disabilities in the job market.
Author's summary: People with disabilities face increasing job market challenges.