Jordan working hard to employ disabled workers

Published October 16th, 2012 - 07:45 GMT
The Greater Amman Municipality has employed 430 people with disabilities
The Greater Amman Municipality has employed 430 people with disabilities

A total of 430 people with disabilities (PWD) are currently working at the Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) in various jobs that fit their capabilities and academic qualifications.

Rana Haddadin, head of the PWD department at GAM, said appointing people with visual, physical or hearing disabilities is part of GAM's responsibility towards PWD rights.

She added that each of these workers receives a JD30 allowance in addition to their monthly salaries to improve their living standards. 

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