A Comparative Analysis of Entrepreneurship Education in Vocational Education and Training for People with Disabilities in Republic of Korea and Finland

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People with Disabilities (PWDs), constituting 15% of the global population, often find limited representation in Vocational Education and Training (VET). This research aims to engage scholarly dialogue on national policies to enhance VET approaches for PWDs using a comparative education perspective. Focusing on the Republic of Korea and Finland, we analyzed variances between state-led and civil society-driven policy frameworks. Drawing on the Inclusive Entrepreneurship Education for Persons with Disabilities (IEEPD) model, an analysis of 53 documents ranging from governmental and NGO reports to academic articles (1998-2022) was conducted. This study examines five critical aspects of VET for PWDs: Co-creation, norms, roles, structures, and functions. The findings underscore the strengths and areas for growth in both state-centric and civil society-based approaches in entrepreneurial education for PWDs, emphasizing promoting diversity and inclusivity. This research contributes to the development of a robust Disabled Entrepreneurship Education ecosystem, influencing both policy and practical realms.