Samar Yahya

Saudi Gazette

 

JEDDAH — After months of planning and preparation, the business and disability network Qaderoon is currently finalizing details for the official launch of the network.



The organization uses global and local best practices to offer scientific and practical guidance to employers to facilitate and maintain a compliant work environment for the disabled.



Qaderoon Chairman Amr Mohamed Khashoggi explained that the set goals for the Qaderoon network activation are based on educating and encouraging employers to absorb disabled people in the workforce by creating an appropriate atmosphere with supporting structures and platforms within human resources departments.



Qaderoon, in coordination with multiple stakeholders including governmental entities, the private sector and non-profit organizations, will facilitate training programs for employers on ways of developing favorable working environments in line with company policies and procedures.



Fahad A. Abualnasr, general manager of Qaderoon, said the organization seeks to shed light on disabled people by developing HR policies and coordinate with employers to implement local and international best practices.



Emphasizing his confidence in the future success of Qaderoon, Abualnasr noted that Saudi society derives its principles from Islam, which encourages its followers to achieve social solidarity. Furthermore, Qaderoon aims to change the current perception of kindness and charity by giving them essential support and promoting their ability to become productive members of the workforce.