The project partners (Lithuania, Iceland, Belgium) aimed to share good practices and to rethink methods such as the organisation of group activities and the use of technology to improve communication skills of people with disabilities. The main goal of the project was to increase the integration of people with disabilities into society. The main tasks of the project were: - To share and improve methodologies to help people with disabilities to develop self-awareness, social skills and understanding of their value; -to enable persons with disabilities to develop not only their needs, capabilities and full participation in the community, but also to learn from the experience of other countries; - improve the competences of staff working with people with disabilities, creating better employability; - collaborate with and share effective approaches with other countries; - Promote the integration of persons with disabilities through various methods of communication, such as group communication, communication through technology, promoting integration through various activities, etc..
Communication is an integral part of our lives – we communicate at work, at home, with friends or in public places. However, not everyone can use language effectively due to language or communication disorders. The aim of the project “Empowering Life” was to develop the communication skills of people with disabilities using modern technologies. While implementing the project, partners from Lithuania, Iceland and Belgium shared their experience, adopted effective working methods and applied them in their organizations. One of the most important goals is to improve the qualifications of employees so that they can more effectively help people with disabilities improve their basic and social skills. Special attention is also paid to promoting social integration and developing employment activities. Technology has become an indispensable tool that helps people with disabilities not only communicate, but also participate more actively in society. The project ensured full involvement and promoted the self-realization of people with disabilities.