Could digital entrepreneurship and platform work contribute to inclusive employment?

Lazić, Milena (2024) Could digital entrepreneurship and platform work contribute to inclusive employment? In: Ekonomski rast i ekonomska stabilnost. Ekonomski fakultet, Beograd, pp. 119-133. ISBN 978-86-403-1834-1

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Abstract

Remote work offers persons with disabilities (PWDs) almost equal opportunities to engage in the labour market and earn (additional) income. Prolonged unemployment and discrimination in the workplace increase the likelihood of PWDs becoming long-term unemployed and may consequently lead to their complete withdrawal from the labour market. In this regard, new work models performed through flexible, remote and digital gig jobs are a valuable yet overlooked avenue for inclusive employment. Accordingly, this paper discusses the potential of digital entrepreneurship and platform work for tackling the long-term unemployment of PWDs in Serbia. The findings indicate that PWDs in Serbia are not sufficiently informed about digital entrepreneurship, digital labour platforms and the potential opportunities they offer. Therefore, targeted initiatives and tailored training programs are essential. These measures should focus on raising awareness of digital entrepreneurship and platform work among PWDs in Serbia and equipping them with the necessary skills and competencies to participate in these opportunities.

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