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The problem
Our country holds the highest youth unemployment rate in the EU. Even when one has a job, they often remain unable to provide the basics for themselves. In-work poverty in Greece is also one of the highest in Europe and is seriously affecting the physical and mental well-being of those who experience it. Young people with low levels of education, limited job experience, a lack of basic skills and access to training, are therefore trapped in unemployment.
(The situation is even more severe for refugees and migrants, especially those arriving from third-world countries, with poor educational backgrounds and technological literacy. Their road to integration is often blocked by a wall of discrimination and prejudice.)
- 28% youth unemployment
- 29% reduced investment in education
- 20% less engagement of youth in education
Our solution
Support young vulnerable people in the best way possible by implementing a holistic approach to assist equally both unemployed Greeks and guest communities integrate into society. The model is built upon 3 equally important main services:
- Orientation
- Vocational training
- Employability services
Each individual receives the combination of services that best respond to their needs and goals.
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Soft Skills Development
Life skills training with an emphasis on personal development, emotional intelligence and active citizenship
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Vocational Training
Tailor-made vocational training programs focusing on professional skills related to the Tourism section
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Preparation for the Labor Market
Career counseling and job search techniques, guidance on interview and hiring processes, ensuring appropriate preparation to seize opportunities and secure employment
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Job Retention Support
Guidance and professional evolution assistance for a period of 12 months, ensuring the beneficiaries’ job retention and long-term success
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"We cannot always build our future for the youth, but we can always build our youth for the future."
~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
“Investing in the potential of young people is an investment in the success and progress of our society. By supporting their career paths and dreams, we create a generation empowered to make a positive and lasting impact on the world.”
— Malala Yousafzai
Odyssea helped me a lot to upgrade my cv, gain confidence, and in a very short time promoted my cv to a position that suited me very well and was exactly what I wanted. I owe a lot to the people of Odyssea and I hope they continue their unique work at the same pace.
I am glad and so happy to meet a nice people in ODYSSEA. I am really happy thanks so much for helping me to get job and thanks for answering my call every time I call to solve my problem to help me. AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ODYSSEA THANKS SO MUCH ALL MEMBERS IN ODYSSEA.
We have supported
For every 1€ the donors support "Empowering Youth", 11,3€ is returned to the society.
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