Objectives and how we went about it

The event had three primary objectives:

1. Familiarizing persons with disabilities with the UN Recruitment System, promoting accessibility and inclusivity.

2. Identifying potential workers with disabilities who could thrive within the UN system and connecting them with potential employees

3. Familiarizing UN Staff with organizations representing persons with disabilities (OPDs) as well as best working practices.

The event brought together a diverse array of participants:

• 15 UN agencies: UNOPS, UNFPA, UNV, IOM, FAO, UNDP, UNIDO, WHO, OCHA, UNHCR, UNICEF, ILO, UNWOMEN, WFP, and UNESCO.

• Four OPDs and recruitment agencies specializing in the recruitment of persons with disabilities actively participated.

• Two universities were actively involved in the event.

• Potential Workers with Disabilities connected with through outreach efforts involving collaborations with OPDs, universities, and recruitment agencies, as well as through UN agencies' social media platforms.

Agenda and Concept: The event was structured as follows:

• The event ran from 9 AM to 5 PM allowing ample time for interaction and engagement.

• UN agencies, OPDs, recruitment agencies, and universities each had a table to showcase their work.

• A video presentation looped throughout the day to showcase the work of participating agencies.

• Flyers promoting the event were developed and shared via online platforms and social media.

• Six sign language interpreters, 20 UN Volunteers (UNVs) and members of the UNAI (United Nations Association Indonesia) aided with support at registration tables and personalized assistance for individuals with visual or physical impairments.

• A filming team was present to capture participant testimonials and to livestream the event. The event was hosted by a member of the UNIC team, enabling access for a broader audience.