Canary Islands Employment Program Agreement

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially published a new agreement between the Canary Islands Employment Service and the Spanish Refugee Aid Commission (CEAR Canarias). This deal formalizes a €144,000 subsidy aimed at funding a comprehensive employment program in Gran Canaria, primarily targeting unemployed and socially excluded individuals.

Program Details

• Name: CEAR InnovEmpleo Las Palmas (CIELP)
• Focus: Improving employability through tailored itineraries including:
  • Training
  • Guidance
  • Labor market outreach
  • Mobility support
• Target: Assisting at least 60 unemployed residents
• Goals:
  • Secure employment for at least 37% (about 22 individuals)

Implementation and Oversight

• Emphasizes transparency and adherence to public funding rules, including:
  • Detailed record-keeping
  • Publicity
  • Progress reporting
• Both parties will work through a joint oversight committee to ensure proper implementation.
• The agreement highlights the importance of public recognition of government support, including:
  • Proper signage
  • Promotional materials

Beneficiaries and Impact

• Residents of Gran Canaria expecting to benefit will see concentrated efforts in:
  • Las Palmas
  • Vecindario
  • Santa Lucía de Tirajana
• The successful execution of this program could serve as a model for future cooperation between regional and national social services, with aims to:
  • Reduce unemployment
  • Foster social integration across the islands.