How retailers foster inclusion by adapting and integrating employees with disabilities

According to the latest data from the Ministry of Reintegration, there are 3 million people with disabilities in Ukraine. For comparison, in 2021, there were 2.7 million such people in Ukraine. Unfortunately, these figures cannot be considered final, as the number of Ukrainians with disabilities is constantly increasing due to the hostilities.

Among them, there are many young, energetic and ambitious people who seek professional fulfillment and want to provide for themselves and their families on their own. Against the backdrop of the staff shortage experienced by the Ukrainian labor market, people with disabilities not only can, but should become sought-after specialists in companies.

Statistics and legislation

Currently, 400,000 people with disabilities are employed in Ukraine (not including the self-employed), which is 13.3% of the total number of people with disabilities. It is also worth noting that there is a certain percentage of people with severe disabilities who may not be in need of employment, but rather quality and affordable care. That is, when we talk about the employment of people with disabilities, we mean people who, despite physical or mental health problems, can perform professional duties.