Ongoing research
Equal opportunities, real possibilities: exploring societal participation of people with intellectual disabilities
This PhD research focuses on sustainable employability of individuals with intellectual disabilities. It seeks to determine, among other things, what value is placed on employment by people with intellectual disabilities and their families.
Researchers
- Drs. Moniek Voermans
Supervisors
- Prof. dr. Petri Embregts
- Prof. dr. Ton Wilthagen
Partners
Publications
- M.A.C. Voermans, T. Wilthagen & P.J.C.M. Embregts (2023). Informal Network Members’ Perspectives and Experiences on Work for People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Thematic Synthesis. Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation
- M.A.C. Voermans, M.C. den Boer, T. Wilthagen & P.J.C.M. Embregts (2022). Long-term social restrictions and lack of work activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: impact on the daily lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Disability and Rehabilitation
- M.A.C. Voermans, E. Taminiau, S.A.H. Giesbers & P.J.C.M. Embregts (2021). The Value of Competitive Employment: In-depth Accounts of People with Intellectual Disabilities. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities