Indonesia Looks Beyond Job Quotas to Expand Disability Inclusion
A new International Labour Organization study examines how Indonesia can improve disability inclusion in the workforce by learning from regional employment quota systems. The report emphasizes that successful inclusion requires more than just quotas, necessitating better enforcement, workplace accessibility, and employer support.
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Improving labor market participation for people with disabilities is a critical global challenge for achieving equitable economic growth.
The study concludes with 17 evidence-based recommendations intended to support policy discussions and strengthen Indonesia's disability-inclusive employment framework. Image Credit: ChatGPT Country: Indonesia SHARE Key Takeaways AI Summary Analyzing article... Indonesia has strengthened its commitment to workplace inclusion through laws and policies designed to improve employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, including quota requirements for public- and private-sector employers. Turning those requirements into real jobs remains a more difficult task, as people with disabilities across East and Southeast Asia still face lower labour force participation and weaker employment outcomes than people without disabilities.
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