Through our work in the design, testing, and administration of self-employment programs, SEDI has become experienced in building the capacity of organizations dedicated to training and counselling in the development of micro-enterprises and self-employment.

Capacity Building

SEDI is excited about our newest project that began February 2005 -

The Building A Bridge to Self Employment for People with Disabilities. Supported by Human and Skills Development Canada's (HRSDC) Office of Learning Technologies, this 3 year project will work with 5 communities in 3 provinces to develop and test online self-employment resources and e-learning opportunities for people with disabilities interested in self-employment and the organizations that serve them.   The project will build a Community Learning Network among business development organizations and disability organizations in these communities who work to increase access to self- employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.  

Another capacity building project, called the Community Building Initiative, was a two-year project funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation in 2003 and 2004.  Project objectives were to build the capacity of disability and business development organizations to effectively utilize self-employment self-assessment products designed for persons with disabilities, as well as to provide an opportunity to build bridges and knowledge between sectors.  A final report of the project is availalbe under Resources.