Kathmandu, Nepal – In a collective effort to promote inclusive employment and equal opportunities, Ability Manch, in collaboration with Disability Human Rights Promotion Society (DHRPS Nepal), Global Compact Nepal, GCN Member MeroJob, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (UNRCO), successfully organized a Resume Writing Training for Youth with Disabilities.
The training aimed to strengthen the employability of young persons with disabilities by equipping them with practical skills to prepare professional resumes, effectively present their qualifications, and increase their confidence in seeking meaningful employment. The programme also created an inclusive learning environment where participants could exchange experiences, build networks, and better understand opportunities available in the labour market.
Demonstrating the commitment to “Leaving No One Behind,” the training brought together a diverse group of young persons with disabilities, including individuals with physical disabilities, visual impairments, hearing impairments (Deaf and hard of hearing), autism, hemophilia, burn injuries, dwarfism, and other disabilities. By ensuring representation from diverse disability groups, the programme reinforced the importance of equitable access to career development opportunities for all.
Throughout the training, participants learned how to prepare professional and impactful resumes tailored to different employment sectors. Sessions covered essential topics such as:
- Writing effective resumes and curriculum vitae (CVs)
- Highlighting education, skills, and work experience
- Presenting achievements and strengths confidently
- Customising resumes for different job opportunities
- Understanding employer expectations and recruitment processes
- Building confidence for future employment opportunities
The programme also encouraged participants to recognise their strengths, abilities, and potential, challenging stereotypes that often limit employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
The initiative reflects the shared commitment of partner organisations to promoting disability-inclusive employment, advancing equal access to decent work, and supporting businesses to embrace diversity within their workforce. Participants highlighted that improving access to employment requires not only strengthening individual skills but also creating workplaces that are accessible, inclusive, and free from discrimination.
Following the successful completion of the training, the organising partners announced their commitment to continue this collaboration through a series of regional consultations. These consultations will contribute to strengthening Nepal’s national dialogue on inclusive business practices, disability justice, accessible employment systems, and pathways to decent work for persons with disabilities and other marginalised communities.
Ability Manch expressed its sincere appreciation to Disability Human Rights Promotion Society (DHRPS Nepal), Global Compact Nepal, MeroJob, the International Labour Organization (ILO), the United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (UNRCO), and all facilitators, participants, and supporters whose collaboration made the programme a success.
The training reaffirmed that meaningful employment is a fundamental human right and that creating inclusive workplaces benefits individuals, businesses, and society as a whole. By investing in the skills and leadership of young persons with disabilities, organisations are helping to build a labour market where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and succeed.
As Ability Manch and its partners continue this journey, they remain committed to promoting disability inclusion, advancing inclusive business practices, and ensuring that every person—regardless of disability—has the opportunity to learn, work, lead, and thrive.
Disability rights are human rights, and inclusive development is smart development. Together, we move forward by empowering every voice and embracing every ability.
