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POST EVENT: Prinshof School for Partially Sighted & Blind and Barloworld Equipment

The learners with disabilities in Pretoria benefited from the recent event in the series of Work Readiness Events which took place on Tuesday, 17 August 2021. Adhering to strict COVID-19 protocols, 50 senior students heard from industry experts about how to prepare for life beyond school. Topics included how to handle a job interview, drafting […]

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The relationship Between Disability And Addiction

Disability Spotlight, In Focus / Disability Connect

Substance Abuse Awareness Day took place in June. In our country, there are many people dealing with the effects of substance abuse on a daily basis, with many people struggling to cope as it is. According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), some people living with mental illness or suffering from a previous

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Getting to Know: Craig Stirton

Disability Spotlight, In Focus / Disability Connect

He’s the Media Liaison for the South African Disabled Golf Association, providing some interesting insight into how this part of the game in South Africa is run and organised. Q: What’s the history behind the South African Disabled Golf Association and how long has it been in existence? A: The South African Disabled Golf Association was

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Investing In The Mental Health Of Your Employees

Disability, Disability Spotlight / Disability Connect

Employers should be aware that mental illness in the workplace can lead to decreased productivity, poor work quality, and even compromised workplace safety. Employers should take proactive steps to identify and manage mental illness in the workplace. As South Africa was placed in lockdown since 26 March 2020, to combat the spread of the coronavirus

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Workplace Readiness Event – Ithembalihle School

Graduates, Learnerships & Workplace Readiness, Work Readiness / Disability Connect

The learners with disabilities in Johannesburg South, benefited from the Work Readiness Event which kicked off this month. While the benefits of hiring persons with disabilities may be widely acknowledged, demystifying, and highlighting the largely marginalised disability sector as well as the sourcing and accessing of relevant skills within this sector remains a challenge. Adhering

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Epilepsy In The Workplace: Know Your Rights As An Employee And An Employer

Disability Spotlight, In the workplace / Disability Connect

Some people worry that telling an employer about their epilepsy might affect their chance of getting a job or being treated fairly at work. Although discrimination can happen, the Employment Equity act aims to protect you from discrimination and help your employer to treat you fairly and support you at work. Having the right information

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The Need To Mainstream Disabled Workers In The Formal Economy

In the workplace, Thought Leadership / Disability Connect

According to The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities, it’s estimated that 68% of disabled adults in SA were not working last year, with the devastating economic impact of Covid-19 making this already dire situation even worse. According to the South African Human Rights Commission, an organisation whose mandate is to promote, protect,

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Filadelfia School for the Physically Challenged – event recap

Graduates, Learnerships & Workplace Readiness, Work Readiness / Disability Connect

Disabled learners in Soshanguve benefited from the Disability Connect Work Readiness Programme, sponsored by PIC, which took place at Filadelfia School for the Physically Challenged. Have a look at the event recap here:

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Team SA name squad for Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

Team South Africa has announced 34 athletes for the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Paralympics set to take place in Japan. The global showpiece will start on Tuesday, 24 August and end on Sunday, 5 September. “It’s a great honour and privilege for me. From a logistical sense, things have been going well, and we are excited at the prospect of going to

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Event Recap – St Vincent School for the Deaf

Graduates, Learnerships & Workplace Readiness, Work Readiness / Disability Connect

The learners with disabilities in Melrose, Johannesburg North, benefited from the Work Readiness Event on Tuesday, 3 August 2021. Adhering to strict COVID-19 protocols, 50 Grade 11 and 12 students heard from industry experts about how to prepare for life beyond school. Topics included how to handle a job interview, drafting of a winning CV

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POST EVENT: Prinshof School for Partially Sighted & Blind and Barloworld Equipment

The relationship Between Disability And Addiction

Getting to Know: Craig Stirton

Investing In The Mental Health Of Your Employees

Workplace Readiness Event – Ithembalihle School

Epilepsy In The Workplace: Know Your Rights As An Employee And An Employer

The Need To Mainstream Disabled Workers In The Formal Economy

Filadelfia School for the Physically Challenged – event recap

Team SA name squad for Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

Event Recap – St Vincent School for the Deaf

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