Finding a job is important. But the pathway towards employment often starts somewhere else. During UNITE, we accompanied Ukrainian newcomers with very different backgrounds, experiences and goals. One thing became increasingly clear: sustainable labour market integration needs more than job-search…
What does a European project like UNITE look like in practice? Over the past months, we have accompanied Ukrainian newcomers in Göttingen and the surrounding region on their individual pathways towards employment and participation. And while numbers can only tell…
One of the main goals of the UNITE project is to support displaced people from Ukraine in building a new future through sustainable employment. We are delighted to share that this goal is already becoming a reality: the first participants…
How does UNITE support Ukrainian refugees on their journey towards employment? In the second edition of our project newsletter, we share insights into mentoring activities across the four partner countries, exchanges between mentors, and cooperation with local stakeholders. We also…
Mentoring is not only about supporting participants—it is also about supporting one another. At BUPNET, our mentors meet regularly for reflection sessions and peer exchange. These meetings provide valuable opportunities to discuss experiences, share challenges, exchange practical ideas, and continue…
Throughout November, our team spent valuable time getting to know the individuals behind the data — the Ukrainian newcomers who will take part in the UNITE Pilot Phase. From informal meetings and personal exchanges to early mentoring conversations, we’ve had…
In the early stages of the UNITE! project, we focused on one of the most important steps: listening to our participants. Through surveys and interviews, we gathered in-depth insights into the needs, experiences, and goals of Ukrainian refugees currently navigating…