Factors that Influence the Employment of People with Disabilities from Low- to Medium-Income Countries

Background: Limited research has been undertaken on people who identify as disabled from low- to middle-income countries and its influence on employment. The aim of this paper is to review the evidence in the context of understanding how the disabilities of people influence their ability to gain or remain in employment in low- to medium-income countries. Materials and Methods: A rapid evidence-based assessment (REA) research design was utilised. A REA is a constrained (modified) systematic review. Six articles were reviewed following a database search conducted from January 2014 to January 2023 in order to summarise the barriers and facilitators that influence the employment of people with disabilities. Results: Most articles focussed on the structural barriers, attitudinal barriers and the lack of awareness of negative behaviours on disability. The facilitators included gaining an understanding of disability and developing a strategy and vision for disability management. Conclusion: Future research is needed to investigate hidden disabilities and their influence on employment in low- to medium-income countries.