Canary Islands Youth Employment Collaboration

The Canary Islands government has officially announced the inclusion of Smartly Para Mentes Exigentes, S.L. in a major collaboration aimed at boosting youth employment.

Partnership Details

This partnership connects:

• the Canary Islands Employment Service
• the University of Las Palmas Foundation
• the Canary Employers Confederation (CCE)

The agreement, signed on July 5, 2024, under the 'Cataliza VII' project, focuses on:

• offering unpaid internships to young people
• those with academic qualifications but little or no work experience.

Broader Context and Objectives

This initiative reflects a broader effort by regional authorities to:

• combat youth unemployment
• provide practical job experiences.

It is particularly relevant for:

• recent graduates
• who face barriers entering the workforce, giving them a stepping stone into the job market.

Transparency and Future Implications

The formal publication of this agreement ensures:

• transparency
• records the commitments made by involved parties.

It signals a proactive approach by regional authorities to:

• foster employment opportunities for young residents.

As the project develops, it could serve as:

• a model for similar initiatives across Spain
• aiming to reduce youth unemployment rates
• and support local economic growth.