PWeDability: Online Career Opportunities for Differently abled Persons

Authors: Therence Mae C. Lamban, Enah Fleur B. Mamac, Chuking A. Pandia, Ariessa U. Codilla
Journal: University of Mindanao International Multidisciplinary Research Journal | Vol. 9, No. 1, December 2024
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Abstract

The advent of the digital platform and the internet has elevated the lives of many. It has opened a plethora of positive opportunities for the public. In just a tap or one click, things that were frequently done in the physical setup can now be executed behind the screen. This digital influence even overruns the means of people in making a living as it is conspicuous how prevalent job opportunities are online. The researchers followed the creative works research format, interviewed three participants from persons in the disability sector about their experiences and perception of venturing into online careers, and heard the sentiment from the Persons with Disability Affairs Office. The researchers found out that the participants' choice of venturing digital platform for career-searching has brought them to a comfortable, portable, and accessible space where they feel secure and independent. Investment in learning new skills and being always open to skill upgrades are salient, and the government should create and plan as to how they will extend their service digitally to persons with disability. This study is beneficial and revolutionary for the sector of persons with disability as the implications firmly recognize the existence of career opportunities for them online. Thus, persuading them to utilize the availability of careers through learning and grasping new digital skills and vitalizing the government and private organizations to extend their occupational aid for the sector in the digital space.

Keywords

Online Career, Persons with Disability, Digital Platform, Career-Searching