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The aims and purposes of HELIOS II
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Europe, 3(1), 1996, pp.51-52.
- Publisher:
- Russell House
Describes the community action programme HELIOS II (1993-1996) which is being developed jointly by the European Commission and non-governmental organisations of each of the member states. The programme aims to promote equal opportunities for, and the integration of, disabled people.
Ready, willing and disabled
- Authors:
- DAONE Liz, SCOTT Ruth
- Publisher:
- SCOPE
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 64p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Despite the many government schemes aimed at helping disabled people into employment, disabled people are still five times more likely than non-disabled people to be out of work and claiming benefits. The survey aimed to find out how employers and employees really feel about employing and working with disabled people and to see whether people’s attitudes and opinions are influenced by common stereotypes and generalisations about disabled people and their abilities. The survey asked about the recruitment process, the accessibility of business premises, health and safety regulations, the financial implications of employing a disabled person, people’s knowledge of disability issues, the attitudes of staff and customers towards disabled employees and people’s perceptions of disabled people at work.
Equal opportunities and Europe: a checklist for councils
- Author:
- CHELIAH Ramani
- Publisher:
- Local Government Information Unit
- Publication year:
- 1993
- Pagination:
- 28p.
- Place of publication:
- London
A checklist for local authorities when addressing the needs of the most disadvantaged in society, within a European context. Includes sections on: race, women, disability, gay men, lesbians, older people, and funds from Europe.
Not just the job: report of a working group on disabled people using personal assistance and work incentives
- Author:
- HOWARD Marilyn
- Publisher:
- National Centre for Independent Living,|Joseph Rowntree Foundation,|Disability R
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 80p,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- York
Report of a working group concerned with work incentives for disabled people who use personal assistance, drawing on the experience of working group members and consultation with people with learning difficulties. It examines issues around work incentives and charging for support packages in the light of new guidance to social services authorities.