Issue 13: Disability Resulting from Paraplegia

Putting Disability on the Production Agenda, Diversity is the Gateway to Globalization studies, Paraplegic Disability, Sanita’s Experience with Inclusion and Adoption of Diversity Policy, Report on the Benefits of Employing Persons with Disabilities, and Economic and Social Inclusion Project Activities.

The thirteenth issue of Diversity in the Workplace, Spring 2014, was published with an editorial by colleague Mohammed al-Assi titled “Putting Disability on the Production Agenda.” The issue features a number of studies titled “Diversity is the Gateway to Universality.” The issue features a number of studies titled “Diversity is the gateway to universality.” It also devoted its centerpiece to paraplegia, which does not prevent work and creativity, defining the disability and explaining ways to adapt to it in companies in partnership with employers. He presented a guide to job search steps for people with paraplegia, providing appropriate tips for employees to capitalize on their potential. He also discussed Sanita’s experience with inclusion and its embrace of diversity. He presented a report on the benefits of employing people with disabilities and showcased the activities of the Economic and Social Inclusion Project.

This issue of the guide was prepared and edited by: Imadeddine Raef, with Mohammed Al-Assi contributing to the preparation and interviews, along with Nada Ozeir, Doha Yahfoufi, and the Economic and Social Inclusion Project team. The guide was supervised by Sylvana Lakkis and art directed by Fouad Mokdad.