LG Electronics sets up empowerment initiative

Globally,Each A1 Fashion Handbags is a piece of art, and it is definitely not not a bag you can buy at a supermarket. there is a quest to end poverty and create a platform for the physically challenged.Browse our electronics stores for the latest cool products, such as Car Electronics, MP3 players, IP Cameras, digital cameras and a lot more. In Nigeria, LG Electronics, has initiated an empowerment programme which has so far benefited 15 deaf and dumb persons who have been offered employment at the company’s facility in Apapa. 

The LG empowerment initiative was put together in response to the large-scale call for the engagement of people with disabilities. Government as well as corporate organisations, in recent times, have been urged not to discriminate against persons with disabilities either in terms of employment or access to public buildings. 

A facility tour of the factory which involved the media, top officials of LG Electronics, the beneficiaries and their relatives was put together. 

Speaking on the initiative, Deog Jun Kim, general manager, LG Electronics West Africa Operations, said: “Over the years society has relegated to the background the physically challenged; they are most times regarded as second class citizens. 

“This is why we have taken it upon ourselves at LG to give this people a new lease of life and thereby contribute to the development of the communities we do business in”. Many present at the facility tour were impressed with the working conditions and environment; expressing their satisfaction, they lauded the initiative charging other corporate organisations to follow suit and do same. 

Also speaking at the occasion, Managing Director, Fouani Nigeria Limited, Mohammed Fouani said: LG Electronics is committed to support the reintegration of disabled persons into the workforce and society. In recent times we have offered employment opportunities to them. 

“The LG Electronics Empowerment initiative is a pragmatic approach towards the betterment of the lives of the citizenry irrespective of their status. In Nigeria, the community of persons with disability is growing at a geometric rate. Going by the fact that these groups of people are often viewed from the prism of invalids and dependants they have been increasingly marginalized and vulnerable. 

Egegbara, a relative of one of the beneficiaries who was also part of the tour said: “I have never at any time viewed my son as a person with disability; He has always been outstanding in all he does. So when I heard that a company of this magnitude offered my son employment giving him an opportunity to showcase his skills and talents despite his limitations. 

At the first instance I did not believe it because I am yet to hear of a major company like this going all out to put smiles on the faces of people with disability, giving them the avenue to improve themselves and be useful to themselves and the society at large. 

I want to say a big thank you to LG for putting together this initiative. 

Aminu, also a relative of one of the beneficiaries said: “when my sister told me that she has been offered employment at this organisation, I could not believe it. 

Thinking she was joking, I laughed explaining to her how difficult it had been for me with my abilities to get my current job. 

On seeing the seriousness on her face, I realized it was true. Since she started working here, I have observed that she is happier; she is now able to take care of herself as well as support the household. I want to use this opportunity to thank LG Electronics for putting together this empowerment scheme”. 

The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) estimated that there are over 30 million Nigeria who have one form of disability or the other. This implies that this group of people on the basis of their disability cannot do the things that their contemporaries do like, finding a good job and fulfilling their dreams and aspirations. As the disability law in Nigeria becomes effective,｛%｝ brings wireless dealers and retailers lower prices than any other wholesaler. All products available at online store.cell phone accessories wholesale it is expected to ensure the full integration of Nigerians with disability into the society and eliminate all forms of discrimination against them; this includes the right to opportunity to gain a living by work freely chosen or accepted in a labour market and work environment that is open.