PNM equips people with disabilities with job-ready skills

PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) has launched a vocational programme to equip people with disabilities with job-ready skills, in partnership with Mandiri Taspen. PNM President Director Kindaris stated in Jakarta on Thursday that the programme is part of a collective effort to broaden opportunities for vulnerable groups, enabling them to gain relevant skills and better economic prospects. “If PNM has previously been known for various empowerment programmes for women and ultra-micro business actors, this time the effort is expanded by providing capacity-building access for people with disabilities so they have equal opportunities to grow independently,” Kindaris said. He added that sustainable empowerment must reach all levels of society, including people with disabilities who still face various barriers in accessing the world of work. “Everyone has the potential to develop if given the right opportunity and access. Through this programme, we hope participants will not only acquire skills but also have greater opportunities to be independent, productive, and improve their quality of life. We believe inclusive empowerment will create broader benefits for society,” Kindaris remarked. A total of 30 participants from disabled communities in Brebes Regency and surrounding areas are undergoing shoe-stitching operator skills training facilitated by Ruang Amal Indonesia under the PNM and Mandiri Taspen vocational programme. Over the next five days, participants will receive technical training tailored to industry needs. After completing the training, participants will have the opportunity to undergo a job placement process at shoe industry companies operating in the Brebes area. Through this collaboration, PNM and Mandiri Taspen are striving to deliver empowerment that leaves no one behind. “Because behind every limitation, there is always potential that can grow when opportunities are opened and support is given,” Kindaris said. “This vocational programme is expected to be a small step that brings real change for participants to move towards a more independent, productive, and empowered life,” he added.