Specialisterne

Specialisterne is a Danish company that specializes in harnessing the talents of people with autism and similar challenges. The company's name translates to "The Specialists" in English.

History

Specialisterne was founded in 2004 by Thorkil Sonne, after his son was diagnosed with autism. Sonne recognized that people with autism often have special skills, such as attention to detail and accuracy, that can be valuable in the business world. He set up Specialisterne to provide a supportive work environment for people with autism, and to help them find employment in the IT sector.

Business Model

Specialisterne operates on a unique business model. The company recruits people with autism and similar challenges, and trains them for jobs in the IT sector. The training is tailored to the individual's skills and interests, and includes areas such as software testing, programming, and data entry. The company then contracts these trained specialists out to other businesses.

Impact

Specialisterne has had a significant impact on the employment prospects for people with autism. The company has been successful in placing its specialists in jobs with major companies, including Microsoft and SAP. In addition, the company's success has led to the establishment of similar initiatives in other countries.

See Also

• Autism
• Employment for people with disabilities
• Social entrepreneurship

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