Inclusion at the core of the DiTL project Inclusion in the labour market is not only a matter of opportunity – it is also about building a fairer and more equal society. Within the DiTL project, we focus particularly on the logistics and transport sector, a field full of potential for creating sustainable and meaningful […]
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Not all disabilities are visible. For many people, this can lead to misunderstanding, minsinterpretation, or even stereotyping. To address this, Ireland introduced the JAM Card (Just A Minute) in 2012. This simple tool – available as a plastic card or an app – enables people with hidden disabilities, communication barriers, or social anxiety to discreetly
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At DiTL, we believe that inclusion is not just a buzzword. It’s a shared responsibility—one that comes to life through concrete actions, open dialogue, and a genuine desire to foster positive change in the workplace. Two standout examples from Portugal show how companies can turn inclusive values into everyday practices: Nestlé Portugal and Randstad Portugal.
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At DiTL, we believe that inclusion is more than just a concept — it’s a true commitment to creating real and accessible opportunities for all. One of our partners, Institut Escola del Treball in Spain, is a shining example of this vision through its program IFE – Auxiliary in Sales and Customer Service. Specifically designed
Disabled people Inclusion and training in Transport and Logistics (DiTL) is an ERAMUS + project which aims to create a toolbox to combat stereotypes, shed light on innovations and initiatives to remove obstacles to the training and employment of disabled people and to provide them with new employment and career prospects in the sector. To
In just six months, the EU-funded DiTL Project (Disabled People Inclusion and Training in Transport and Logistics) is already working to dismantle barriers and drive progress for people with disabilities in the transport and logistics sectors. By improving access to training and employment opportunities, DiTL addresses the systemic underrepresentation of disabled professionals in these critical
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On May 22, at the Baromètre de l’activité held at the French Senate in the presence of the Minister of Labour and Employment, Ms. Astrid Panosyan-Bouvet, Cheops showcased its ongoing commitment to European initiatives supporting the employment of people with disabilities. Among the highlights was a focus on the DiTL Project, which plays a key
Portugal’s approach to integrating people with disabilities as a strategy for innovation Inclusion of people with disabilities is more than a matter of social justice — in Portugal, it is seen as a strategic pathway to innovation and sustainable growth. In key sectors such as transport and logistics, human diversity brings strength, resilience, and progress.
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The European Road transport industry keeps economies moving. From long distance trucking to delivery driving, from logistics coordination to forklift truck driving, it’s a diverse sector that offers a wide range of job opportunities. Yet, for many disabled people, entering the industry can be far more challenging than it should be. As conversations around inclusivity
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As part of the DiTL project, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Carla Coelho, Technical Director of CREACIL, a key member of the Portuguese expert group involved in this innovative initiative. In our conversation, Carla offered valuable insights into the importance of creating accessible pathways in the transport and logistics sector for people
