Opening Doors For The Workforce Of The Future
DFN Project SEARCH is a transition to work programme committed to transforming the lives of young adults with a learning disability and autism or both.
2200+
Interns now employed
The reason we fight to create a legacy of lasting change.
140+
Sites
We have successful sites in England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Portugal.
60%
Into fulltime employment
DFN Project SEARCH graduates who achieve full-time permanent roles, compared to the national average of 4.8% of people with a learning disability who are known to local authorities.
10000
Number of interns served By 2030
DFN Project SEARCH aims to support 10,000 young adults with a learning disability, or autism spectrum condition, or both, in the UK into paid employment by 2030. The charity has supported almost 2,000 people into paid employment to date.
#Don’tStopMeNow
We are busting the myth that young people with a learning disability can’t work.
Check out our new campaign here.
Find a Programme
The world of work is ready for you to make your mark.
Find your perfect opportunity today.
Start a Programme
Help change the lives of young adults with a learning disability or autism spectrum condition, or both.
A DFN Project SEARCH team member can present to your local partners to generate excitement and provide knowledge about the programme.
Latest News
DFN Project SEARCH Celebrates Landmark Achievements in Disability Employment at 2024 Conference in Leicester
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DFN Project SEARCH response to the publication of Think Work First report
17 October 2024
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