Singapore-based website receives Platinum Enabling Mark for disability inclusion from SG Enable, recognizing its commitment to inclusivity for persons with disabilities.
DBS Bank, a leading financial institution in Singapore, is setting an example for disability inclusion with its comprehensive social impact and inclusion programs. The bank's efforts extend across various sectors, including employment, training, and community engagement.
One of the key initiatives is the dbEnable Work Placement Program, which offers professional experience to students with disabilities. This 10-week program integrates students into meaningful projects, contributing to the bank's innovative solutions. Notably, several students have been hired into permanent positions at the bank and other major corporations after completing the program.
DBS Bank's commitment to disability inclusion is also reflected in the work of dbEnable, the bank's employee resource group. This group works to increase the participation and contribution of people with disabilities in the workplace.
The bank's efforts have not gone unnoticed. Last year, DBS Bank was awarded for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and creating equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
In addition to its internal initiatives, DBS Bank is actively engaged in community programs. For instance, the bank partners with Frasers Property to support people with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals through the Inclusion Champions programme. This programme equips employees and tenants with inclusivity training, fostering compassionate and accessible environments.
Singapore's broader ecosystem is also advancing disability inclusion. Government-led movements like Inclusive Design Week and upcoming workgroups aim to embed accessibility in digital services by collaborating with public and private sectors. Programs and grants such as the Enabling Lives Initiative, managed by SG Enable, help develop scalable innovations for persons with disabilities, supporting both community and individual empowerment.
DBS Bank is also a founding member of the Singapore Business Network on Disability (SBNoD), a network that raises disability awareness, provides job opportunities, and promotes inclusivity in the community. The bank collaborates with other businesses within the SBNoD network to collectively work towards a more inclusive society.
The bank's dedication to disability inclusion is further demonstrated by its Platinum Enabling Mark by SG Enable, the highest tier of national-level accreditation for disability inclusion in Singapore.
As part of a broader strategy to empower all employees and encourage a supportive work environment, DBS Bank is taking progressive steps to expand hiring efforts for people with disabilities across the region. These initiatives reflect a holistic approach to inclusion, involving employee training, community engagement, and accessible program design.
- DBS Bank's commitment to inclusivity extends beyond employment, with its efforts in business education and self-development, as evidenced by the dbEnable Work Placement Program, which offers students with disabilities an opportunity to gain professional experience and contribute to innovative solutions.
- Recognizing the importance of diversity in business, DBS Bank actively collaborates with community organizations and partnerships, such as the Singapore Business Network on Disability (SBNoD) and Inclusive Design Week, to foster an environment that educates, empowers, and includes people with disabilities in the broader Singaporean community.
