Who is this useful for?

Parents, teachers, policy makers, vocational trainers, and persons with disabilities (PwD), specifically those with deafblindness.

Date of publication
May 2025
Created by
The Spastics Society of Tamil Nadu, Deafblind Regional Center for South (DbRC - South)
Acknowledgements
Sense International India and Azim Premji Philanthropic Initiative

This resource provides insights into vocational rehabilitation and employment opportunities for persons with deafblindness. It outlines key aspects of career awareness, exploration, and preparation, along with various employment models such as supported employment, sheltered workshops, and self-employment.

The document also highlights the role of assistive technology, work readiness skills, and enterprise development for economic empowerment. Additionally, real life case studies demonstrate how individuals with deafblindness have successfully established their own businesses or secured employment, offering practical guidance and inspiration for young adults, families, and organizations working in this space.

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