Canary Islands Government Announces New Youth Employment Initiative

Overview

The Canary Islands government announced the public posting of a new collaboration agreement aimed at boosting youth employment through practical training.

Key Participants

• Cognitia Tech Nova, S.L.
• Canary Islands Employment Service
• University Foundation of Las Palmas
• Canary Employers' Confederation (CCE)

Project Details

Under the 'Cataliza VII' project, this partnership facilitates unpaid internships for young people:

• Who have degrees but no professional experience
• To help them gain real-world work skills

Official Publication

The move was published officially in the Canary Islands Official Gazette, emphasizing the government’s focus on:

• Easing youth unemployment
• Promoting job training

Objectives and Impact

• Connect education with the labor market
• Make it easier for young talent to transition into employment
• Highlight the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing employment challenges

"This development signals a commitment to innovative, practical solutions for youth job readiness and economic integration in the Canary Islands."

Goals

• Improve young people's chances of finding stable jobs
• Reduce the unemployment gap among youth

Broader Context

This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to combat youth unemployment and underscores the importance of practical training and public-private collaborations in fostering economic growth and employment stability in the Canary Islands.