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NEVI-EVY Ex-ante Analysis Report<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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A groundbreaking ex-ante analysis by Fundacja Aktywizacja reveals persistent employment barriers facing young people with disabilities in Poland, despite growing efforts to close the EU-wide disability employment gap.<\/p>\n
$\"\"$ Download the ex-ante Analysis Report here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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According to EU statistics, just 51.3% of persons with disabilities<\/strong> are employed compared to 75.6% without<\/strong>, creating a 24 percentage point gap<\/strong>. In Poland, the situation is more stark: only 43% of people with disabilities<\/strong> are employed, and among young adults<\/strong>, the problem is deepening. A staggering 51% of young Poles with disabilities<\/strong> are classified as NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)\u2014the highest in Europe<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
Quantitative Findings: Youth Are Motivated, But Still Left Behind<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/strong><\/h6>\n
A longitudinal study of over 2,100 program participants<\/strong> monitored across 18 months revealed that:<\/p>\n\n
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Young people (aged 15\u201329)<\/strong> were just as likely to stay employed<\/strong> as older counterparts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Having a tertiary education<\/strong> or a severe disability<\/strong> was linked to higher chances of employment continuation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Mental health conditions<\/strong> correlated with a 9 percentage point drop<\/strong> in job retention rates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Younger participants were more eager to develop new skills<\/strong>, more likely to engage in training at and after work<\/strong>, and reported greater satisfaction with their income<\/strong>\u2014despite facing the same working conditions as older peers.<\/p>\n
Rural vs Urban Divide: Similar Work Conditions, Different Satisfaction<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n
While employment rates<\/strong> between rural and urban youth showed no significant difference<\/strong>, job satisfaction diverged<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n
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Rural youth were less satisfied<\/strong> overall, yet valued work as a pathway to hobbies, independence<\/strong>, and social inclusion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Participation in after-work courses<\/strong> boosted satisfaction for rural workers, who also emphasized positive coworker relationships<\/strong> as key to their workplace experience.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n
Job Crafters: The Quiet Revolutionaries of Inclusive Employment<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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The report\u2019s qualitative section spotlights the vital role of Job Crafters<\/strong>\u2014specialists who support young people with disabilities throughout their employment journey.<\/p>\n
Key takeaways from interviews with Job Crafters, young workers, and employers include:<\/p>\n\n
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Job crafting offers life-changing impact<\/strong>, boosting confidence, self-worth<\/strong>, and career readiness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Mock interviews, mentoring<\/strong>, and customized support<\/strong> help overcome deep-rooted anxieties and communication barriers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Employers praised Job Crafters for helping them navigate accommodations<\/strong>, identify the right candidates, and foster inclusive workspaces.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Employers Respond: \u201cIt\u2019s About People, Not Paperwork\u201d<\/h5>\n
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Employers interviewed for the study emphasized their openness to hiring youth with disabilities\u2014but stressed the need for:<\/p>\n\n
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Better pre-employment training<\/strong> (Excel, email, teamwork).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Onboarding assistance<\/strong> from foundations or external experts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \t
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Support in identifying candidates<\/strong> whose skills and attitudes match team needs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Despite initial concerns about workplace readiness, many employers reported that young workers with disabilities demonstrate high engagement, flexibility<\/strong>, and a strong willingness to learn<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
Conclusion: Tailored Support Is the Key to Inclusion<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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The NEVI-EVY ex-ante analysis shows that youth with disabilities are motivated and capable<\/strong>, but need targeted support<\/strong> to succeed in the labor market. From mentorship and skills training<\/strong> to employer education<\/strong>, multi-level collaboration is crucial.<\/p>\n
As the EU pushes for more inclusive employment, Poland\u2019s experience may offer lessons across Europe: when individual needs are met with systemic support<\/strong>, barriers fall\u2014and talent rises.<\/p>\n
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