The Story:
The deprivation of rural-based population of differently abled people is a major population plaguing the country. As per the 2011 Census, out of 2.68 crore people with disabilities, 45% are illiterate while 63.66% are unemployed. This project aims to facilitate social and economic rehabilitation and thus provide equal opportunity rights to people with disabilities. Under the project, 55 youths will be given skill development training, thus paving the path for their employment as a valued professional.
Solution:
Atlas Copco Charitable Foundation, in partnership with Gramin Shramik Pratishthan, will set up the facility at the well-developed Training Centre of GSP which is based in Latur, Maharashtra. The training will be offered with residential facilities to all. The project will enroll 55 differently abled youth, out of which 30 Visually Challenged Youth will be trained in Acupressure and Massage Therapy, and 25 Orthopedically Challenged Youth will be trained in Digital Media Content Development courses. The assessment and certification of the trainees will be done independently by the Maharashtra State Board of Vocational Education Examination, after which the trainees will be certified as professionals. The certificate is recognized all over India by all educational and statutory bodies.
Acupressure and Massage Therapy Course:
Digital Media Content Development Course:
Impact of the Project:
- Creating stable, remunerative employment
- Overcome poverty and deprivation
- Reduce regional disparity and increase access to skill development support
