L'Envolée de La Chrysalide - France

Removing obstacles to job integration of people with disabilities

In France, young adults with disabilities face considerable challenges in achieving goals as fundamental as working, finding a place to live, or simply leading a fulfilling social, cultural and sporting life.

Since the creation of the L'Envolée restaurant in October 2022, the first project supported by the Air Liquide Foundation, the association has demonstrated its ability to offer high-quality cuisine and service, thanks to its exceptional teams. The association offers :

• A place dedicated to work and training: a restaurant with 9 disabled employees on permanent contracts.
• A space for clean accommodation in the heart of the community: L'Envolée opens its doors to 7 disabled people, 13 students, 4 senior citizens and a Ukrainian family.
• A place for a fulfilling social and cultural life: cultural workshops where everyone gets to know each other.

An inclusive place that promotes employment and social integration

The creation of the catering laboratory in a former shipping container has enabled the association to take on at least two other young people with disabilities, offering them suitable jobs and promoting their integration into the workplace. The association guides and trains them, giving them the opportunity to blossom within a community and find their place in society.

What the Air Liquide Foundation does

The Air Liquide Foundation finances the acquisition of professional kitchen equipment adapted to the team members, guaranteeing optimal and safe working conditions.

The project is sponsored by a Sales Manager from Air Liquide France Industrie.

Quote from the Monitoring Manager

The restaurant and its living space allow young people and their families to project themselves into a bright future."

Corinne Raimond, Sales Manager, ALFI-IM