A long-term project to set up workshops for people with disabilities was presented in Perm.

Photo: Vasiliy Berdnikov

The project  builds on the unique experience gained in Duisburg, the twinned city of Perm.  The workshops are located in Perm (Ulitsa Lodygina, 28) 

Perm non-profit organization for social support of the disabled “The Art of Life”  has originated  as a direct result of the partnership established between the cities of Perm and Duisburg (Germany).  Set up a year ago, the organization aims at implementing projects for the disabled in   Perm and the local communities around the city. 

Based on the experience of Duisburg, the workshops have been organized to provide the job opportunities for the disabled.  The first stage of the project provides for 22 workplaces in carpentry and clothing, producing specially designed and high-quality modern items.

In view of the organizers, creating such workshops will become a major step towards improving the life quality of the disabled. 

Currently Perm is hosting a group of 5 specialists from Duisburg who will be involved into setting up the workshop for people with disabilities.