Self-sustaining restaurant based on inclusive employment and internships

Pirmas Blynas is a social enterprise that runs a restaurant in the old town of Vilnius, Lithuania, pioneering the inclusive hiring of employees with disabilities in the catering sector in the Baltics. As its website states, Pirmas Blynas sells “the most delicious pancakes,” but it also caters to events and offices, makes Christmas presents for companies, and advocates for inclusive career paths, together with the Association of People with Down Syndrome. Seven of the 11 employees have a disability, and 15 interns are in training at any given time.

Solution: Pirmas Blynas (“First Pancake”) restaurant
Organization: Pirmas Blynas
Country of Implementation: Lithuania

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[Alt text: Three smiling individuals stand behind a counter, showcasing coffee bags. One man has Down syndrome, and all wear uniforms, signaling their active roles in a professional environment. This inclusive workplace encourages skills development and self-confidence among individuals of all abilities, underscoring the value of equal opportunities.]