Ministry Supports Successful Pilot Vocational Training Programme
Summary
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors provided a $50,000 grant to WindReach Bermuda to deliver a pilot vocational training programme for adults with diverse support needs, launched in March in collaboration with Renaissance Rehabilitation. Five participants were selected for the first cohort, receiving occupational therapy sessions and up to 10 hours per week of on-site paid work experience alongside structured training in meal preparation, workplace setup, seasonal crafts, and retail preparation. Minister Tinee Furbert stated the initiative marks an important step forward in ensuring individuals with diverse support needs are given every opportunity to develop skills, build confidence, and participate meaningfully in the workforce.
“The launch of this pilot programme marks an important step forward in ensuring that individuals with diverse support needs are given every opportunity to develop skills, build confidence, and participate meaningfully in the workforce.”
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The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has announced the successful delivery of a pilot vocational training programme for adults with diverse support needs, backed by a $50,000 grant to WindReach Bermuda. The programme launched in March in collaboration with Renaissance Rehabilitation, with five participants selected for the first cohort who engaged in meal preparation, workplace setup, seasonal crafts, and retail preparation activities, alongside nine occupational therapy sessions and up to 10 hours per week of on-site paid work experience.
Affected stakeholders include adults with diverse support needs seeking workforce participation opportunities, and nonprofits such as WindReach Bermuda and Renaissance Rehabilitation that deliver disability inclusion programmes. The initiative reflects the Ministry's commitment to inclusion and empowerment, with potential for future programme expansion — compliance officers and programme managers at similar organizations may wish to monitor for related funding announcements or partnership opportunities from the Ministry.
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Ministry Supports Successful Pilot Vocational Training Programme
22 April, 2026
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has successfully supported the delivery of a Pilot Vocational Training Programme for adults with diverse support needs, which started in March, in collaboration with Renaissance Rehabilitation and WindReach. This initiative highlights the Ministry’s commitment to advancing disability inclusion and increasing workforce participation. The pilot programme was designed to enhance vocational readiness through structured training, assessment, and hands-on work experience.
The Ministry provided a grant of $50,000 to WindReach Bermuda to support the delivery of this programme.
Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, stated, “The launch of this pilot programme marks an important step forward in ensuring that individuals with diverse support needs are given every opportunity to develop skills, build confidence, and participate meaningfully in the workforce. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to inclusion and empowerment, and we are encouraged by the progress demonstrated by participants and the potential for future programme expansion.”
Through careful observation and assessment, five participants were selected to take part in the first cohort, engaging in a variety of structured activities including meal preparation, workplace setup, seasonal crafts, and retail preparation for weekly sales. The first cohort of participants received nine Occupational Therapy-specific sessions and would have received ten if not for the Good Friday holiday. Participants also benefited from comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, targeted interventions, and up to 10 hours per week of on-site paid work experience.
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote independence, skill development, and meaningful opportunities for persons with diverse support needs, and acknowledges the collaborative efforts of Renaissance Rehabilitation and WindReach in delivering this impactful pilot programme.
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Veritas Place, 6th Floor
65 Court Street
Hamilton HM 12
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(441)-246-7550
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