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DUOday in the Marburg-Biedenkopf district: Experience inclusion in practice!
The DUOday on October 30, 2025 in the Marburg-Biedenkopf district promotes inclusion by bringing people with disabilities and employers together.
DUOday in the Marburg-Biedenkopf district: Experience inclusion in practice!
On October 30, 2025, the first DUOday will take place in the Marburg-Biedenkopf district, an exciting inclusion project that gives people with disabilities the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of professional life. Here they can work in tandems with company employees for a day and thus break down common barriers. The aim is to promote professional participation and to give people with disabilities a feel for the world of work. This reports Central Hesse.
DUOday is open to employers from all sectors who can find out more and register on the website of the Marburg-Biedenkopf Economic Development Agency. The organization of the project is supported by the Single Contact Point for Employers (EAA) and the Employment Agency. Questions about this can be directed to Kilian Ehrlich, by telephone or email.
A step in the right direction
DUOday aims to reduce existing prejudices and fears, both among companies and among the people with disabilities taking part. How East Hesse News reports, this concept is intended to help integrate more people with disabilities into the labor market. The patron is the committed sports shooter and Paralympics participant Manuela Schmermund, who herself is a role model for many.
The idea of DUOday, which originally comes from Ireland, has now also been implemented in Germany since 2017. A central aspect is that the participants work in a “duo”, with an experienced employee caring intensively for the intern. This not only creates encounters, but also ensures that employers get to know the qualifications of people with disabilities better. The focus is on ensuring that companies without vacancies can also make a contribution by participating in this project.
Focus on accessibility
The need to take accessibility in the workplace seriously is emphasized by various stakeholders. How One hundred percent Easily accessible workplaces are important not only for people with disabilities, but also for older people or those who need additional support. Measures such as automatic door openers can not only break down barriers, but also make everyday work easier for all employees.
An inclusive corporate culture not only promotes understanding within the team, but can also lead to higher motivation and less fluctuation. Employers are advised to take the needs of all employees seriously and to remove barriers in their minds.
Overall, DUOday shows the great potential of inclusion and the opportunity for attractive jobs to open up for everyone. Interested employers have until August 16, 2025 to register and become part of this important phase in inclusion work in order to make the world of work a little more fair.