Supporting inclusion of persons with disabilities in the Lebanese workplace : an exploratory study on areas of adherence of Lebanese law 220/2000

Abstract

This study examined the right of Persons with Disabilities in the context of Lebanon. The purpose of the study was to analyze and examine reasons behind not employing Persons with Disabilities and the abidance of companies operating in Lebanon in relation to the 220/2000 Law. Accessibility costs, open-mindedness of recruiters, and the centralization of decisions were studied in relation to lack of employability of PWDs. More than 200 participants and subjects were recruited in a snowball sample and answered two questionnaires. Results were analyzed and calculated in a Correlation and Regression statistical tests. Results revealed that PWDs are not treated equally in the society and are facing discrimination when it comes to their employment status. As for the hypotheses developed, the author could not prove that building accessibility play a crucial role in the employment but could confirm that the awareness and centralized decision making are affecting the employment of PWDs.