Grant

Barrier-free Workplace Adaptation for Companies

Supports Viennese companies in the barrier-free adaptation of workplaces for people with disabilities by funding technical work aids and training. Applications are possible indefinitely from 01.01.2022.

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Grant criteria

Application Deadline:
01.01.2022
Application level: Advanced
Region: Vienna

Funding objective

The goal of the funding is to secure an existing workplace through technical aids or assistance for professional practice, or to enable people with disabilities to adapt a new workplace to their requirements.

Eligible expenses

  • Technical aids (e.g., devices, software)
  • Training costs for the use of the funded aids

Eligible to apply

  • Companies

Funding requirements

  • Compliance with the general principles and funding requirements of the Ministry of Social Affairs in accordance with the guidelines for 'Vocational Participation'

Description

Under the initiative "Barrier-Free Workplace Adaptation for Companies," Viennese businesses receive financial support to sustainably adapt workplaces to the needs of employees with disabilities. The goal is to secure existing employment relationships or enable new employment opportunities by providing technical work aids and training. The funding is provided in the form of a grant and is available indefinitely. Applications can be submitted at any time since January 1, 2022, ensuring flexible and time-independent submission.

Expenses for modern technical work aids – such as specialized devices or software – as well as related training costs to guarantee safe and effective use are eligible for funding. Companies must comply with the general principles and funding requirements of the Ministry of Social Affairs according to the guidelines on "Vocational Participation." The earmarked grants contribute to the barrier-free design of workplaces and promote an inclusive working environment. This measure contributes to the comprehensive social participation of people with disabilities and strengthens the competitiveness of companies in Vienna.

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