In the industrial heart of Taicang, Jiangsu province, the Inclusion Factory is redefining the narrative around employment for individuals with intellectual and mental disabilities. This pioneering initiative, established in 2014, has become a beacon of inclusive employment in China, offering opportunities for those with conditions such as Down syndrome and autism to not only earn a wage but also build confidence, master skills, and integrate into a supportive community. At the core of this transformative endeavor is Zhang Xingjuan, a manager whose role extends far beyond traditional job descriptions. She serves as a mentor, a maternal figure, and a witness to the remarkable personal growth of her employees. The factory, which began as a modest project employing 12 individuals for automotive parts assembly, has grown into a comprehensive program that directly employs over 40 people and has assisted more than 30 in securing jobs in mainstream companies through its consultancy services. Zhang, who joined the factory in 2019, has found herself in an unexpected yet deeply fulfilling role. Unlike typical employees, her trainees often require extensive, one-on-one coaching, sometimes spanning up to 100 sessions of 100 minutes each to master a single task. However, the breakthroughs achieved through this patient guidance are profoundly rewarding. Zhang recalls the journey of Wang Xingchen, an employee who initially struggled with focus but has since become adept at complex wiring tasks and takes pride in his work. The impact of the Inclusion Factory is not one-sided; Zhang herself has undergone significant personal growth, finding a profound sense of calm and stability that she attributes to her work with the employees. The factory’s model, inspired by the German nonprofit Lebenshilfe, has been successfully localized in China, creating a vital link between parents seeking accessible workplaces for their adult children and manufacturers looking to fulfill their social responsibilities. The Inclusion Factory stands as a testament to the power of inclusive employment in fostering confidence, community, and personal growth.