Category: Abilympics

by Michael Gillan Peckitt February 22, 2025 Number of comments0
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Kyoto Abilympics showcase vocational skills of people with disabilities

The “Kyoto Abilympics,” an event which enables people with disabilities in Kyoto Prefecture to demonstrate their vocational skills, was recently held at Kyoto prefectural technical college and Kyoto technical college for the disabled in Fushimi Ward. Approximately 70 participants, ranging from students at special needs schools to working adults, showcased their abilities in 12 different categories, highlighting their dedication and daily practice.

by Michael Gillan Peckitt January 7, 2024 Number of comments0
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“Hiroshima Abilympics” to Promote Employment of People with Disabilities Held

The Hiroshima Abilympics has been held in Hiroshima Prefecture and other countries since 2003 with the aim of promoting employment for people with disabilities.At the venue in Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, 55 people, including students from special needs schools in the prefecture and people working at companies, participated. The participants were divided into eight events and competed.

by Michael Gillan Peckitt January 8, 2023 Number of comments0
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“Hiroshima Abilympics” held, people with disabilities compete in customer service and cleaning skills

Yoshihide Sasaki, head of the Hiroshima branch of the Organization for Employment of the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities and Job Seekers, which supports the employment of people with disabilities, said, “I hope that through the competition, people will learn about the high level of skills of people with disabilities.