In a bid to reshape workplace culture and foster disability inclusion, The Irede Foundation has initiated a partnership with the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA).
During a recent courtesy visit, the Foundation unveiled its Recruitment Toolkit—a comprehensive guide designed to support inclusive hiring practices and promote accessibility for persons with disabilities. The toolkit offers structural insights for employers seeking to build an inclusive work environment.
Presenting the toolkit, Executive Director of The Irede Foundation, Crystal Chigbu, explained that the initiative is built around the three ‘Es’—Endorse, Employ, and Extend. According to her, this approach facilitates internship opportunities for persons with disabilities while also connecting them with NECA’s extensive network of member organizations.
Chigbu emphasized that the initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities), reaffirming the foundation’s commitment to empowering persons with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.
Also speaking at the event, Senior Communications Associate, Oluwabusayomi Adebayo, gave an overview of the Disability Empowerment and Employability Project (DEEP), noting its success in addressing workplace stigma and expanding employment opportunities for PWDs. He announced plans to scale up DEEP in July, with expanded participation from public, private, and civil society actors.
While applauding the initiative, Adenike Adebayo-Ajala, a representative of NECA, reiterated the association’s longstanding support for disability inclusion, referencing ongoing efforts to enhance workplace accessibility and past collaborations with the International Labour Organisation (ILO).
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