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The Caritas-Werkstätten Hannover are a recognized workshop for people with physical, mental and/or psychological disabilities, which has been active in Hannover since 1971 and is anchored in the Nordstadt district. They offer around 600 people with disabilities a wide range of training and jobs in 15 varied work areas, which are adapted to the individual skills and needs of the employees. The aim is to provide people with disabilities with a meaningful work opportunity adapted to their respective situation, which facilitates and promotes their participation in social and professional life[2][5][8].
The main mission of the Caritas-Werkstätten Hannover is to promote its employees not only as employees, but as equal people with dignity and respect. The basis for this is a Christian image of humanity and social responsibility, which is reflected in the institution's mission statement. The workshops see themselves as a social place where cultural diversity is lived and individual support for people is the focus. People who are unable to work on the general labor market due to the severity of their disability are given the opportunity to carry out work that takes their skills and interests into account[2][8].
In addition to vocational qualification and support, the central services also include accompanying measures that support individual development. In addition, the workshops are easily accessible by public transport and have internal facilities such as a canteen and a café, which contribute to community and well-being[2][6].
Sustainability is particularly evident in the long-term social integration and participation of people with disabilities. The Caritas-Werkstätten promote both social and professional integration in a sustainable manner through their offers by strengthening individual potential and reducing dependencies. The institution relies on sustainable work models that are designed to conserve resources and combine material and social sustainability. The promotion of inclusion and social justice is an integral part of the work and serves the overriding goal of enabling all people to live a self-determined life[2][8].
Overall, the Caritas-Werkstätten Hannover are a committed social service provider in the field of disability work, which makes an important contribution to the inclusion and quality of life of people with disabilities in the region through a wide range of work and educational opportunities, high social competence and uniform Christian values. The workshop combines practical support with an appreciative attitude, creating a space for individual development and social participation.
