VISYON

By jaafarali

EUROPEAN YOUTH DIARY CULMINATES IN REFLECTION OF YOUTH VOICESON EUROPEAN POLICIESThe VISYON project proudly announces the completion of the “European YouthDiary” – a groundbreaking compilation born out of the collaborative efforts ofVISYON youth local groups across Europe. The diary stands as a testament tothe active engagement of young citizens in discussions about the 11 EuropeanYouth…

VISYON

By jaafarali

In the context of Erasmus+ KA3* Project VISYON, a series of multiplier eventsduring the Erasmus+ Days from October 9 to 14, 2023. These events tookplace in Greece, Spain, Malta, Romania, Slovakia, Italy and Bulgaria,highlighting the role of the Erasmus+ program in achieving European YouthGoals. Each partner contributed unique and impactful activities to promote theproject.The Italian…

Tackling Mental Health in the Workplace

By jaafarali

In the UK, 1 in 6 workers experience depression, anxiety or stress-related problems, and 30% of the workforce will be formally diagnosed with a mental health condition during their lifetime. The jarring effects of COVID-19 have displaced the ‘norm’ of working life and brought long-overdue attention to mental health. In the coming months, people will continue to face serious…

Digital Skills are Key to Youth Unemployment in Nigeria

By jaafarali

In Nigeria, 55% of the youth population is either underemployed or unemployed, in large part due to a mismatch between the job market and the skills youth are trained in. Practical, digital, and entrepreneurial skills that would better prepare youth for future (self-)employment are all lacking in the current education system. In fact, Nigerian graduates…

Personalising Support for the Long-Term Unemployed: Can Digital Do the Job?

By jaafarali

Long-term unemployment is set to rise significantly in the UK in the post-COVID period. This has serious consequences. The long-term unemployed – those who’ve been out of work for more than six months – tend to have lower overall well-being, be in poorer health, and earn less once they find jobs. Communities with high levels…