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Guiding at-risk youth through learning to work
Lessons from across Europe
In the context of demographic change, there is merit in ensuring that working
life familiarisation is perceived as a two-way process: an opportunity for young
people to acquaint themselves with the world of work as well as an opportunity
for employers to familiarise themselves with the local talent pool.
In the current economic crisis, it is important that employers, especially small
and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are given the necessary support to be
able to offer apprenticeships and traineeships. This is where dedicated
coordinators from schools, VET establishments and reintegration programmes
can offer real added value, for example by coordinating placements and helping
young people to adjust to them.
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