Training adults with disabilities in catering professions
The project
DisabilityInclusion
The Centre de Formation des Apprentis Joyeux (CFAJ) provides 2-year apprenticeship training for Café Joyeux team members, all of whom are mentally or cognitively disabled. In this way, it supports them in their professionalization and skills development until they obtain a state-recognized diploma, and works towards their lasting professional inclusion in our society.
Action regions
France
International
26
apprentices to date
221
team members hired on permanent contracts at a Café Joyeux
97
Use of the money
The donations collected help finance the training of team members via the Centre de Formation des Apprentis Joyeux and contribute to their professional inclusionin our society.
News from the charity
Recent result
Since 2017, 16 Café Joyeux locations have opened their doors and hired 154 team members on permanent contracts, all of whom have mental or cognitive disabilities.
71 team members are enrolled in the training program offered by the Joyeux Apprentice Training Center, with the goal of earning the state-certified diploma in food service. 17 team members have already earned their diplomas.
Goal
The aim is to train 70 new crew members by the end of 2024.
Action regions
France
International
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