ASSIGNMENT 1
VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING
Submitted To- Asst. Prof. Ms. Sneha Pandey
Submitted By- Shruti Gupta (MA Applied Psychology IV semester)
Q.1. Design a product for people with disabilities in accordance with the workplace
environment.
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Product name:
“Work Link Buddy” – Community-Supported Workplace Mentorship Kit
Category:
Community-based, peer-supported training aid for employees with disabilities in an office or
light-industrial workplace.
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The current trend in modern workplaces highlights the significance of inclusion. Despite this,
individuals with disabilities have numerous obstacles to overcome. The problems are not
confined to task execution but extend to areas such as communication, self-confidence, and
socialization. There is an absence of systematic frameworks that can assist these employees
efficiently without being too costly.
"Work Link Buddy" represents an easy-to-implemented, community-oriented initiative that
incorporates mentorship programs and training tools.
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Employees with disabilities often face the following issues:
• Difficulty understanding workplace instructions.
• Lack of confidence in interacting with coworkers.
• Limited access to accessible training materials.
• Social isolation in workplace environments.
• Lack of structured mentorship programs.
At the same time, employers face challenges such as:
• Lack of low-cost, inclusive training systems.
• Limited awareness about disability-inclusive practices.
• No formal method to connect employees with mentors.
This creates a gap between hiring and successful workplace integration.
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"Work Link Buddy" is a community-based mentoring program that matches each employee with
a disability with a trained peer (buddy). In addition to this, a physical and digital training
package is also provided at each workstation.
The product consists of:
• Human assistance (buddy program)
• Visual and digital learning materials
• Community participation
4. Core features
Buddy Program
• Every worker is allocated to a colleague or community helper.
• Buddy offers assistance, not performance tasks.
Buddy Training
• Training on communication and assistance.
Buddy Package (located at workstation)
• Picture and text instructions for each step of the task.
• Video instructions using QR codes.
• List of contacts (buddy, HR, support services).
Types of Support Offered
• Instructional knowledge.
• Communication in the workplace.
• Assistance with aid.
5. Workplace application
Orientation
• Human Resource assigns a buddy and Buddy Kit.
Daily Application
• Employees use visuals and videos.
• Buddy helps where necessary.
Community Integration
• Access to NGOs and support groups.
6. Advantages
• Inexpensive and easy to put into practice.
• Builds confidence and independence.
• Fosters an inclusive work environment.
• Can be scaled for use across various sectors.
7. Conclusion
“Work Link Buddy” is a simple and effective community-based training aid that supports
employees with disabilities through mentorship and accessible learning tools. It helps improve
workplace inclusion, confidence, and long-term success.