Tag: #ParentAdvocacy
The 80% Unemployed: Breaking the Silence on Autism, Work, and Human Dignity
Autistic adults face one of the highest unemployment rates globally, with most jobs being low-paying or unskilled, making meaningful employment a critical driver of financial independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion. While sheltered workshops provide temporary structure and social interaction, they often limit long-term independence, skill development, and economic growth, whereas supported and integrated employment models…
Parent-Led Sheltered Employment Models
Globally, the vast majority of autistic adults remain unemployed, often relegated to low-paying, repetitive, or isolating work, highlighting systemic gaps in inclusion and opportunity. Traditional sheltered workshops, once created by families out of necessity, provide structure and social connection but perpetuate segregation, sub-minimum wages, and limited career growth, while parent-led initiatives showcase innovation and dedication…
