Improving policy and law on employment for people with disabilities in Vietnam

Abstract

People with disabilities (PWDs) belong to a disadvantaged and vulnerable group in society. According to the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids, and Social Affairs statistics, there are currently more than 6.2 million PWDs in Vietnam, but only 31.7% are in the labor force. The employment rate for PWDs aged 15 and over is 36%, while the figure for people without disabilities is 60%. The article analyzes the current legal employment status of PWDs in Vietnam and the practice of implementing legal provisions in this field. In which demonstrating the advantages, and limitations and identifying their causes. Thereby, the article proposes recommendations to improve policies and laws on the employment of PWDs in Vietnam today.