Access to Employment for Persons with Disabilities in Uganda

Labor Law Journal, Vol. 65 Issue 4, pp.248-258

12 Pages Posted: 17 Aug 2015

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Chrispas Nyombi

Canterbury Christ Church University; Canterbury Christ Church University

Alexander Kibandama

Independent

Date Written: December 15, 2014

Abstract

The article focuses on challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PWDs) in accessing employment in Uganda. Topics discussed include policies implemented by the Ugandan government in reducing disability discrimination in the workplace and providing equal opportunities, the challenges of social and economic development faced by PWDs in Uganda, and issues dealing with the lack of unemployment benefits in Uganda. It mentions United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Suggested Citation

Nyombi, Chrispas and Nyombi, Chrispas and Kibandama, Alexander, Access to Employment for Persons with Disabilities in Uganda (December 15, 2014). Labor Law Journal, Vol. 65 Issue 4, pp.248-258, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2645008

Chrispas Nyombi (Contact Author)

Canterbury Christ Church University ( email )

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Canterbury, Kent CT1 1QU
United Kingdom

Canterbury Christ Church University ( email )

United Kingdom

Alexander Kibandama

Independent ( email )

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