“Perseverance is the key to job success,” says Maya, a professional matchmaker of sorts who connects young Algerian job seekers to businesses seeking qualified entry-level employees..
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When this company hired 21-year-old Nouran, management recognized the need to invest in the practical amenities necessary to bring on women staff members and create a welcoming environment..
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Gender equality in the Middle East and North Africa labor market has been a struggle for years, and Palestine in particular has seen some of the lowest rates of women’s participation in the region..
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Thumeka has always loved working on cars, and now she's making it her career..
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Beyond Their Circumstances
This ebook presents stories of young women around the world who are taking charge of their futures through leadership, technical and vocational education, entrepreneurship, and life skills training. It compiles posts originally published on the IYF blog in 2015 and 2016.
“Perseverance is the key to job success,” says Maya, a professional matchmaker of sorts who connects young Algerian job seekers to businesses seeking qualified entry-level employees..
One initiative is preparing local young men and women with the full skill set that meets employer needs and can propel them to success..
This determined young self-starter is persevering in a country that is literally running out of money..
When this company hired 21-year-old Nouran, management recognized the need to invest in the practical amenities necessary to bring on women staff members and create a welcoming environment..
Gender equality in the Middle East and North Africa labor market has been a struggle for years, and Palestine in particular has seen some of the lowest rates of women’s participation in the region..
With this knowledge and experience, this young man and woman have landed jobs in a growing sector..
To the layperson, using a laser to beam energy from the moon to earth sounds like science fiction..
Thumeka has always loved working on cars, and now she's making it her career..
From our conversation, it’s clear Chiromo is accustomed to navigating the ups and downs of her country’s economy..
