{"id":8971,"date":"2025-05-12T07:56:14","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T07:56:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/selfm-aid.ch\/?page_id=8971"},"modified":"2026-10-15T09:58:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T09:58:31","slug":"department-skills-connect","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/selfm-aid.ch\/en\/projekte\/skills-factory-2-0\/department-skills-connect\/","title":{"rendered":"DEPARTMENT - SKILLS CONNECT new"},"content":{"rendered":"
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SKILLS-Connect<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What Comes After the SKILLS FACTORY?<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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To ensure the long-term sustainability of our work and help participants take the next step toward an independent life in Europe, SKILLS-CONNECT supports individuals on their journey into the labor market \u2013 both on Samos and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even during their time at the SKILLS FACTORY, participants complete a three-level training program across various departments. This is complemented by practical language courses in English and Greek, specifically tailored to workplace needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Background<\/strong>
Samos has traditionally relied on agriculture and tourism, but the island now faces serious challenges: an aging population, the outmigration of young workers, and a growing shortage of skilled labor \u2013 especially during the busy summer months.\n\nThis is where SKILLS-CONNECT steps in. Many of our participants are eager to gain their first work experience in Europe, build a new future, and contribute to the island in a new and meaningful role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We support local businesses and our participants in building sustainable employment relationships that benefit both sides. We also assist with bureaucratic processes, accompany participants to public offices, and mediate in cases of conflicts or labor law issues.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What We Do at SKILLS-CONNECT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n