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Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Employability for the Sensory Impaired in India

Authors:
Aaryan Agrawal

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Aaryan Agrawal
Vasant Valley School

MLA 8
Agrawal, Aaryan. "Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Employability for the Sensory Impaired in India." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, vol. 9, no. 9, Sept. 2024, pp. 3741-3781, doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2024.v09i09.035. Accessed Sept. 2024.
APA 6
Agrawal, A. (2024, September). Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Employability for the Sensory Impaired in India. Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, 9(9), 3741-3781. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2024.v09i09.035
Chicago
Agrawal, Aaryan. "Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Employability for the Sensory Impaired in India." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research 9, no. 9 (September 2024), 3741-3781. Accessed September, 2024. https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2024.v09i09.035.

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ABSTRACT:
This research paper explores the challenges and opportunities faced by sensory and speechimpaired individuals in the Indian job market. Through a combination of literature survey, qualitative interviews, case studies and survey analysis, the paper identifies key barriers to employment while also highlighting successful initiatives that promote their inclusivity in the workplace. The findings emphasize the need for a multifaceted approach to inclusion, addressing both technological and physical adaptations, alongside continuous dialogue and training within organizations. The study concludes with recommendations for improving job market accessibility and fostering a more inclusive environment that works towards the integration of these individuals.

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