Marketing & Sales Manager at Fábrica Sant’Anna

At the end of this internship we can say that the environment in our company is better It was a pleasure to be part of this program as it enabled us to get in touch with autism and discover the world of equal possibilities that people with autism have in front of them and the…

Father of young boy with autism

My son is now a happy young man confident in life and in the future. We cannot thank FPDA and the IVEA project enough! I came across IVEA project through the FPDA. My son has a borderline cognitive condition that interferes negatively in his social relationships and his ability to adapt to a common workplace.…

Trainee with autism

The IVEA internship, with the help of the course, was crucial and essential for me to give wings so that I could traverse into new paths, open new doors, explore and discover new talents. I was having trouble finding my first job when it was suggested that I enroll in the course offered by the…

HR Manager at WLWYU, a LEGO® part dealer company | Hungary

It’s important for us that all of our employees – autistic and neurotypicals – have their full confidence to do their work and to have the chance to show what they are capable of. It’s important to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be who they are and take part in our work. In…

Young jobseeker with autism | Spain

The IVEA project helps people with autism who seek employment to do so with better results, and is a fantastic tool for raising awareness among potential employers. I am María Oviedo, I am 30 years old, and I am from Burgos, Spain. I really like to paint, write and imagine stories to be able to capture…

Manager at Canela Tech, S.L. | Spain

IVEA training is especially important for companies that employ people with autism so that not only the spectrum worker feels comfortable, but also the partners and/or clients who have to deal with them. My name is David Zamorano Mañanes, and I am Manager at Canela Tech, S.L., a small custom software development company based in…

Co-founder of the Acuarela Hostel | Spain

IVEA it’s a great opportunity to broaden your knowledge about autism and live new experiences. Ana Sancho has 46 ​​years old ansd is born entrepreneur. She is co-founder of the Acuarela Hostel, in Burgos, and Founder of Pequeños Amos de Casa, a project for inclusive education.

Mother of a young boy with autism | Spain

My son will have access to a range of skills which, if he did not benefit from this project, would be much more difficult for him to acquire, both in terms of time and quality. My name is Carmen Izquierdo Herrero, and I’m 52 years old. I have two children. Adrian, a 19-year-old son on…

Young jobseeker with autism | Portugal

I think the impact this project will have in my life will be a positive one and it will certainly help me even further when it comes to have work experience and a sense of responsibility. My name is André Antunes and I’m from Portugal. I’m 30 years old and my personal interests include watching…

Mother of a young girl with autism | Portugal

As a mother, I want my daughter to have a decent life and, to do so, she needs to be financially independent. Thanks to this project I feel calm and supported. My name is Elsa and I’m from Portugal. I’m 53 years old. I’m married and I have a son and a daughter. I am…