Structural Failures in Portuguese Inclusion Policy (eco.sapo.pt)

• Public employment programs fail to achieve scale.
• Economic volatility exacerbates social exclusion.
• Strategic philanthropy proposed to bridge policy gaps.

"Inês Sequeira, CEO of Rede Capital Social, argues that current public policies aimed at fostering employment for people with disabilities in Portugal are largely ineffective or insufficient. She identifies a regression in inclusion driven by geopolitical instability, economic strain, and social media dynamics. Existing measures like '+Emprego' lack the necessary scale and strategic depth to address structural barriers. The analysis highlights a widening gap between state policy intent and actual workplace outcomes, advocating for a more robust approach via strategic philanthropy to facilitate genuine economic participation."