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Germany Schichtwechsel workplace inclusion initiative

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The nationwide ‘Schichtwechsel’ (Shift Change) initiative in Germany facilitates workplace exchanges between employees with disabilities and those in the general labor market. Coordinated by the Federal Association of Workshops for People with Disabilities (BAG WfbM), the program aims to promote equal participation and provide new perspectives for employers and employees. During the action days, participants engaged in various professional environments. In Braunschweig, individuals from Lebenshilfe Braunschweig explored customs operations, including X-ray inspections and dog demonstrations. In Speyer, a social councilor exchanged duties with a workshop employee to demonstrate the skills of people with disabilities. Further participation included officials from local government and authorities. In Landstuhl, a district commissioner performed Kaiserslautern District Commissioner Peter Schmidt worked at the Westpfalz-Werkstätten, performing assembly tasks at a workshop, while in such as folding boxes and applying labels. In Mitterteich, a mayor Mayor Stefan Grillmeier and other representatives from local authorities and companies participated in packing emergency kits at the KJF-Werkstätten to facilitate direct exchange between people exchange. In Cologne, employees from Alexianer START GmbH and AlexOffice participated in job shadowing with partners including the Cologne-West Customs Office, the Cologne Employment Agency, Pixum, Café Ludwig, and without disabilities. Traffic Commission 5 in Frechen. Matthias Hopster, Managing Director of Alexianer START GmbH, noted that these encounters allow for a “genuine change in perspective” and challenge misconceptions. The Cologne Employment Agency’s participation marked its first involvement, with Bernd Walgenbach, Head of Rehabilitation, highlighting the value of experiencing workshop realities to better support transitions to the general labor market.

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  1. 2026-10-12 10:43 UTC Germany Schichtwechsel workplace inclusion initiative
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