Ganja:Singapore has announced the allocation of an initial budget of approximately 30 million Singapore dollars (23 million U.S. dollars) to support the employment of persons with disabilities. This funding will be distributed through a new grant scheme aimed at assisting employers who hire individuals with disabilities, particularly those requiring moderate support.

According to NAMPA, the newly introduced Stronger Support Enabling Employment Grant will offer increased financial assistance to eligible employers in addition to existing support schemes. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung shared this development during an event on Tuesday.

The employment rate for persons with disabilities has been on the rise in Singapore. Currently, just over one-third of the working-age population with disabilities is employed. The government has set a goal to increase this employment rate to 40 percent by the year 2030.

The first call for proposals for this grant is expected to be launched by the end of this year.