Donors/Partners: Employment Agency of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara 

Overall Budget: 20,800 GEL 

The part of the budget assigned to EDEC: 20,800 GEL 

Objective: Promoting the employment of disabled individuals living in the Autonomous Republic of Adjara by providing a professional training course tailored to their development and individual skills 

Target group(s): People with disabilities, private sector, local authorities 

Beneficiaries: persons with disabilities residing in the territory of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara 

Conducted activities:

1. The skills of 22 individuals, both labor and professional, were assessed
2. 13 companies operating in the regional labor market were interviewed
3. The professions of the beneficiaries of the sub-program were determined, and education and career development plans were created
4. 8 individuals completed a 200-hour theoretical and practical course, along with a 120-hour subsidized internship in professional skills
5. The subprogram was subjected to analytical evaluation

  Achieved results:

1. 8 individuals with disabilities completed a 200-hour vocational training course and became proficient in various professions, including confectioner, nail service specialist, sales coordinator, technician, and financial assistant
2. After completing the course, the beneficiaries participated in a 120-hour work-related internship program. This program was carried out at the social enterprise “Man in Action,” the “Hilton” hotel, and the beauty salons “MG Style” and “VIP Style”
3. 6 people were hired for permanent positions