Abstract: In Egypt, DHH face many barriers in the workplace. The problems include communication difficulties and lack of equity with normal people. Entrepreneurship & self-employment could be a good alternative to overcome the above-mentioned problems. The proposed framework for Egypt to empower DHH for Entrepreneurship & self- employment include improving the education. Developing and increasing the number of their special and inclusive schools is one aspect. Enforcement of district education could be a parent reality rather than a dream. Supplying the schools with qualified teachers and the necessary AT is another aspect. The necessary AT is the method for establishing communication in education as well the business. Finding the necessary resources to start the business is another step. Financial resources are needed; as well the support of the society in any available means.......
Keywords: Disability, deaf, hard of hearing, deaf self-employment, deaf entrepreneurship
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