ECL https://www.ecl.org/ en-GB Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:28:00 +0000 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:29:29 +0000 ECL Braintree Day Centre makes a dream come true https://www.ecl.org/media-area/news/braintree-day-centre-makes-dream-come-true Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:28:00 +0000 ECL Braintree Learning Disabilities Day Centre recently made a dream come true for Susie Brennan who attends the service, by organising for her to meet her pop hero, Jason Donovan. Michael gains financial independence and confidence at The Cornish Bakery https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/michael-cornish-bakery Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:08:00 +0000 Michael is 22, loves horror films, music, and cricket, and despite a learning disability and ADHD, gained financial independence with the help of an ECL's Inclusive Employment Consultant FedEx champions Inclusive Employment https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/fedex_champions_inclusive_employment Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:50:00 +0000 FedEx partners with ECL to support inclusive employment, benefiting both employees with disabilities and the company. ECL Inclusive Employment service supports candidate to smash boundaries by securing a career in information technology https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/william-inclusive-employment Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:16:00 +0000 With ECL's support, William, a highly educated individual with autism, secured roles in data inputting and IT support, showcasing the potential of neurodiverse individuals in professional settings. Inclusive Employment - K flourishes in paid employment at FedEx https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/k-flourishes-in-paid-employment Mon, 03 Mar 2025 17:16:00 +0000 K is a 21-year-old with autism who, despite having a degree in musical theatre, experiences anxiety. Their goals were to find paid employment, move into their own home, and learn to drive. Brandon Jones – A journey to employment and independence https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/brandon-jones-inclusive-employment Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:47:00 +0000 After leaving college, Brandon volunteered at a charity shop in Halstead to gain valuable work experience. He knew he wanted a paid job but wasn’t sure how to go about it. Thanks to ECL's support, he's been able to secure a position at CareCo. CareCo’s Commitment to Inclusive Employment https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/carecos-commitment-to-inclusive-employment Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:55:00 +0000 CareCo, the UK’s leading mobility retailer, is on a mission to make every day a better day for their customers with the help of ECL's Inclusive Employment. Chelmsford MP impressed by ECL Inclusive Employment in action https://www.ecl.org/media-area/news/chelmsford-mp-impressed-by-inclusive-employment Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:48:00 +0000 Member of Parliament for Chelmsford, Marie Goldman got to see first-hand the benefits of ECL’s Inclusive Employment service recently when she visited one of our Chelmsford employers. Meet Taleena https://www.ecl.org/media-area/blog/meet-taleena Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:35:00 +0000 I’m building a successful career in a sector I love Meet Sue https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/sue Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Susan started her working life as an auxiliary nurse in London, but a move to West Sussex meant she had to leave the healthcare job she loved behind. Meet Hannah https://www.ecl.org/media-area/case-studies/hannah Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 When Hannah decided to move on from her role supporting elderly people living with dementia in a nursing home, she carefully researched new opportunities. Embracing British Sign Language: ECL’s path to Inclusivity https://www.ecl.org/media-area/blog/bsl-level1 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:10:00 +0000 At ECL, our commitment to inclusivity and empowerment is highlighted by our Sensory Service, who introduced the BSL course earlier this year.