In this seven-minute report, Kirsty from the global reporting team speaks with Albert Mollah, co-founder of Access Bangladesh Foundation, a disabled people’s organisation supporting the Inclusive Futures initiative. Albert explains the challenges people with disabilities face in Bangladesh, from discrimination and stigma, to inaccessible work environments. He speaks passionately about the need for people with disabilities to feel empowered and for companies to recognise the value and skills they can bring to the workplace. Listen to his audio report to hear how they are supporting young people with disabilities to gain new skills, while engaging private sector organisations to make their hiring practices more inclusive for people with disabilities. Download transcription [.pdf]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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