About the Project

As economies continue to expand on a global scale, education plays a crucial role as a fundamental element in enabling young people to enter the job market, advance economically, and actively participate in social life. It also ensures benefits related to health and other advantages associated with productive educational and professional trajectories.
In 2021, the European Parliament intensely debated the issue of including autistic individuals in the job market, highlighting the concerning discrimination against people with disabilities, particularly those with Autism. In line with the European Commission’s policies aimed at promoting equality, such as the Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the PROGRESS – Promoting Respect, Opportunity, Growth, and Equitable Social Support Project proposes to equip companies hosting VET trainees with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively interact with individuals on the Autism spectrum.
Through targeted training, PROGRESS seeks to ensure that these companies understand the unique strengths and challenges of individuals with Autism, playing a crucial role in addressing this pressing need.
This initiative begins in educational institutions and extends to companies hosting VET trainees on internships, aligning with the European Union’s efforts to reduce workplace discrimination and provide more opportunities for people with disabilities.