An internship programme preparing young people with disabilities to become entrepreneurs

SAMEE, a Bournemouth-based NGO, runs a Supported Self-Employment Internship for disabled young people with an Education, Health, and Care plan, a legal document describing needs and expected outcomes. This 50-week program is designed for those eager to learn self-employment skills and explore the potential of their talents in business. The program includes vocational profiling, skill-based training units, and three tailored work placements. In 2023, 12 participants completed the program, with nine starting their own businesses and three securing part-time jobs.

Solution: Supported Self-Employment Internship Programme
Organization: SAMEE
Country of Implementation: United Kingdom

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