Framework to create opportunities to maximize the contribution of differently abled employees in the Sri Lankan garment industry

Panchali Gurudasa (), Anuja Lokeshwara (), Ranitha Weerarathna (), Samantha Thelijjagoda (), Chamath Weerasinghe (), Sandali Fonseka () and Sahan Dananjaya ()
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Panchali Gurudasa: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Anuja Lokeshwara: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Ranitha Weerarathna: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Samantha Thelijjagoda: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Chamath Weerasinghe: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Sandali Fonseka: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Sahan Dananjaya: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology

Quality & Quantity: International Journal of Methodology, 2025, vol. 59, issue 2, No 12, 1257-1285

Abstract: Abstract The primary focus of this study was on Differently Abled Employees’ (DAEs) work performance within Sri Lanka’s garment industry. Prior research revealed inadequate awareness among organizations regarding the provision of employment opportunities for DAEs. Notably, DAEs constitute a substantial portion of the economically inactive working-age population in Sri Lanka. In this setting, the study aimed to identify the crucial factors influencing the contribution of DAEs in the Sri Lankan garment industry. In this setting, the study sought to measure their impact and develop a framework that supports both DAEs and the garment industry, fostering a mutually beneficial work environment. Utilizing a mixed approach, the study encompassed a sample population of 270 DAEs. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews and a Likert scale questionnaire. Convenience sampling was deployed to interview 14 DAEs, while a sample of 159 DAEs was selected through simple random sampling for the distribution of the questionnaire. Thematic analysis and multiple linear regression analysis were employed to analyze qualitative and quantitative data. The results underscored the significance of the examined factors affecting DAEs’ contributions. Based on regression analysis results, the researchers developed a framework, which underwent further refinement through reviews and discussions. The findings proposed supportive strategies to achieve the overarching objective of the study to maximize DAEs’ contributions in the workplace.

Keywords: Differently abled people; Differently abled employees; Disability; Employee contribution; Garment industry; Job opportunities (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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