Canary Islands Government Publishes Wilson Walton International's Partnership in Youth Employment Project
Canary Islands Youth Employment Initiative
The Canary Islands government has officially announced that Wilson Walton International, S.A.E., has joined a key agreement aimed at boosting youth employment opportunities. This partnership, signed on July 5, 2024, involves the Canary Islands Employment Service, the University of Las Palmas Foundation, and the Canary Employers Confederation. Its goal is to facilitate unpaid internships for young people with formal qualifications but little or no professional experience, through the 'Cataliza VII' project.
The recent publication confirms Wilson Walton Internationalâs commitment to this initiative as of May 15, 2025. The project seeks to improve job prospects for young people by providing practical work experience, a critical step to reduce youth unemployment in the region.
Broader Context
This move is part of broader efforts by regional authorities to support young jobseekers and foster closer ties between education and the labor market.
Benefits for Residents
- More opportunities for young jobseekers to gain relevant skills
- Enhanced employment prospects
Transparency & Official Recognition
The official publication in the Canary Islandsâ official bulletin ensures transparency and clarifies the companyâs role in this social initiative, reflecting the governmentâs focus on systematic employment support programs that connect public agencies, private companies, and educational institutions.