Employment Challenges and Opportunities for Persons with Visual Impairment in Pakistan

  • Benish Umbreen Sabar Govt. Special Education Centre, Mamonkanjan, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Asma Kanwal University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Rukhsana Bashir University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Keywords: Persons with Visual Impairment, Employment, Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract

Purpose: The employment challenges and opportunities for persons with visual impairment (PWVI) in Pakistan were investigated in this study.

Design/Methodology/Approach: Quantitative approach through a structured survey of 70 respondents was used. Influencing factors of job acquisition, types of employment, and available support mechanisms for PWVI were determined.

Findings: Predominant presence of PWVI in provincial government roles and teaching was found. PWVI face challenges such as societal attitudes, infrastructure accessibility, and limited training opportunities. It was suggested that there should be enhanced educational access, inclusive hiring, improved workplace and public accessibility, expanded vocational training, and awareness campaigns about disability rights.

Implications/Originality/Value: These actions are needed to foster a more inclusive employment environment to empowering PWVI for achieving greater socio-economic integration and professional success in Pakistan.

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Author Biographies

Benish Umbreen Sabar, Govt. Special Education Centre, Mamonkanjan, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan

Junior Special Education Teacher, Govt. Special Education Centre, Mamonkanjan, Faislabad, Punajb, Pakistan

Asma Kanwal, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

Lecturer, Department of Special Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

Rukhsana Bashir, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

Assistant Professor, Institute of Special Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

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Published
2024-06-30
How to Cite
Sabar, B. U., Kanwal, A., & Bashir, R. (2024). Employment Challenges and Opportunities for Persons with Visual Impairment in Pakistan. Journal of Business and Social Review in Emerging Economies, 10(2), 133-142. https://doi.org/10.26710/jbsee.v10i2.2965