Refugee with disability from Pakistan finds 'dream job' at Sydney airport
Refugees with disabilities have often been put in the "too-hard basket" by employment service providers but a new scheme that's more focused on tailored help is reportedly having some success.
When Suhail arrived in Australia in 2022, he faced numerous challenges in finding sustainable employment. The 54-year-old Pakistani refugee, who had studied accounting, found his qualifications unrecognized and struggled with the unfamiliar application processes. With no local work experience, limited social network, and speaking English as a second language, Suhail also grappled with stress and trauma-induced psychosocial issues, making focus and decision-making difficult.
Each year, about 20,000 refugees from conflict, persecution, or human rights abuses settle in Australia. To maintain his privacy, Suhail requested anonymity and did not disclose the reason for his departure from Pakistan. Despite the obstacles, he remains optimistic, stating, "If there is a will, there is a way," according to the ABC.
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