economy
Program to Support Roma Employment Through Bus Driver Training: Emphasis on Stable Employment
Minister for Human and Minority Rights, Demo Beriša, participated today in a conference presenting the project 'Support and Monitoring of Participants from the Roma Community in Bus Driver Training Programs,' stating that in addition to finding employment, it is important to provide workers with stable employment as it offers them a secure future.
TL;DR
- A project aims to train and employ 100 Roma in bus driver roles within GSP Belgrade.
- The initiative focuses on providing stable, long-term employment for participants.
- Key goals include social inclusion, reducing poverty and discrimination against the Roma community.
- The project addresses labor shortages in specific sectors, such as public transportation.
- Collaboration between the Ministry for Human and Minority Rights, the City of Belgrade, GSP, and international partners is crucial.
- Switzerland supports the project as part of its commitment to Serbia's economic development and social inclusion.
- Participants will receive professional training, mentorship, and support for easier integration into the labor market.
- The average age of the Roma population in Belgrade is around 25, with a significant portion under 19, indicating a large potential workforce.
- Successful completion of the training will lead to a two-year contract with GSP, with further options for employment.