fairMATCHING

Project owner: fairMATCHING

Responsible person: Mag. Wolfgang Tonninger (Obmann)

2021

Nominated

AT

Civil Society / Social Economy

What is it about?

We see ourselves as an exploration and implementation platform in the field of work for people with a refugee background, which starts where classic job placement fails. We work inclusively (not only with high potentials) and respond individually to the needs, possibilities and expectations of all those involved, so that encounters can take place that benefit companies and job seekers alike. We do not patronize, we accompany - at eye level. So that the people who come to us can develop their potential, shape their lives and experience themselves as self-effective.

Challenge

Due to the rising number of refugees, we are confronted with the challenges and demands to ensure an inclusive society. Newcomers in Austria have different cultures, but also different educational background, work experiences, and access to the labour market.

Idea

fairMATCHING provides personalised support to refugees during their job search and connects them with companies. We also support the needs of the companies and applicants through intercultural and professional practices.

Actors

We support refugees and migrants with an individualised, skill-based, and practical approach. Our programme focuses on engaging and empowering our applicants so that they can build their lives in Austria. Our participatory work with role models from refugee and migrant communities is important.

Impact

First and foremost, companies and refugees feel supported because we respond to their needs and expectations, as well as learn from their feedback. This trust is the basis of our success. We also develop new outreach programmes beyond job placement assistance to shape social discourses.

Transfer

We believe that fairMATCHING in exchange with other European initiatives is not only easily transferable to other regions; it is a good practice through the appreciative attitude it represents.

 

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