Publication date: 04.06.2024
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Employment of persons with disabilities
1. Introduction
Employment of persons with disabilities is an important social and economic problem that requires the attention of the state, employers and civil society. Ensuring equal employment opportunities for such persons contributes to their integration into society, improvement of the quality of life and self-realization.
2. Legislative framework
2.1. Basic normative acts
Employment of persons with disabilities in Ukraine is regulated by the following normative acts:
Law of Ukraine "On the Basics of Social Protection of Persons with Disabilities in Ukraine".
Law of Ukraine "On employment of the population".
Law of Ukraine "On Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities in Ukraine".
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine "On approval of the Procedure for employment of persons with disabilities".
2.2. International agreements
Ukraine is also a party to international treaties, such as the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which establish standards and obligations to ensure the rights of persons with disabilities to work.
3. Rights and guarantees of persons with disabilities
3.1. The right to work
Persons with disabilities have the right to work on equal terms with other citizens. This right includes access to employment, choice of occupation, working conditions, pay and vocational training.
3.2. Employment guarantees
The legislation provides for certain guarantees for persons with disabilities in employment, in particular:
Quotas for employment of persons with disabilities.
Benefits for employers who employ people with disabilities.
Prohibition of discrimination based on disability.
4. Duties of employers
4.1.Execution of quotas
Employers are obliged to fulfill the established quotas for employment of persons with disabilities. The quota is determined depending on the number of employees at the enterprise and is a certain percentage of the total number of employees.
4.2. Ensuring working conditions
Employers must provide adequate working conditions for persons with disabilities, including workplace accessibility, adaptation of equipment and working environment, and provision of necessary rehabilitation facilities.
4.3. Benefits and incentives
In order to encourage employers to employ persons with disabilities, the legislation provides for a number of benefits and incentives, such as tax credits, state subsidies and compensation for the costs of creating special jobs.
5. Support for persons with disabilities in employment
5.1. State programs
The state implements a number of programs aimed at supporting the employment of persons with disabilities, such as:
Vocational rehabilitation and training programs.
Entrepreneurship support programs among persons with disabilities.
Programs of social support during employment.
5.2. The role of employment centers
Employment centers provide employment services for persons with disabilities, including counseling, career guidance, job search assistance, and vocational training.
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