Creating a Future

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Creating a Future

The Creating a Future transitional program prepares high school students with disabilities for various opportunities available upon the completion of their studies. The program also provides hands-on experience for employment and supports them in developing a future orientation as potential members in the competitive job market.

Zero Project Award

In 2020, the Creating a Future transitional program received the Essel Foundation’s prestigious international Zero Project Award. Each year, the Zero Project focuses on the most innovative programs worldwide for people with disabilities.

Target Population

The program is open to special education school students and students in public school inclusive classes completing their final year of high school (ages 16 – 21).

Partners

The program was initiated by the Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs with the development and professional guidance of Dr. Shelly Nordheim and Dr. Mina Raz and in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and local municipalities. For the last decade, the program is operated by Israel Elwyn.

Referring Organizations

The Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs’ Administration for People with Disabilities via regional municipalities.

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