Helle Deertz

Inclusion Advisor, Project Improving access to basic social services for IDPs, Yemen

GIZ

Germany

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GIZ

GIZ

Germany

At GIZ, we are dedicated to shaping a sustainable future through international cooperation and development. Our team works hand-in-hand with partners around the world to implement innovative projects that promote economic growth, environmental protection, and social equity. By leveraging our expertise and resources, we strive to create impactful solutions that address global challenges while empowering local communities. Together, we are committed to fostering a more resilient and inclusive world for generations to come.
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About me

Helle Deertz has studied educational sciences and Spanish and French language and literature. During and after her studies she was working as a freelancer in journalism and in conduction and moderation of workshops. She is working for GIZ since 2015 in the field of inclusion of persons with disabilities. She worked in a GIZ research project towards inclusive education in Malawi and Guatemala and she worked as an advisor on the intersection of inclusion and different sectors like cooperation with the civil society, accessibility and governance aspects in the GIZ Global Project Inclusion of persons with disabilities. In August 2022 she began working as an inclusion advisor for the GIZ-Yemen-Project Improving access to basic social services for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and the local population in Yemen, tackling the topic of inclusion of persons with disabilities in the WASH, health and social service sector.

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M.A.

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Areas of Activity

Employment

Transition models from sheltered workshopsMatchmakingHigher education to prepare for the labour marketInclusive Arts

ICT (Information and Communication Technologies)

Community and Knowledge PlatformDigital LibrarySocial Media

Other Areas of Activity

EducationIndependent Living and Political ParticipationAccessibility

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Speaker sessions (1)

Wednesday, 5 March 2025

15:40 - 16:00

Promoting inclusive digital access to employment opportunities and information

Format:In-personLocation:Fireside ChatTrack:Livestreamed