Under-represented groups in labour market dynamics
Adecco Group runs numerous public-private partnerships to help integrate the marginalised groups into the workforce. These initiatives are backed by growing cooperation with governments and trade unions. Examples include:
Helping marginalised groups
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The government-supported “intérim et insertion” programme in France operates through 40 specialised branches across the country and coaches every year over 4,000 people in need
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The programmes of our foundations in Spain and Italy support thousands of disadvantaged job seekers (12,989 in Spain, 2,490 in Italy in 2008).
Strengthening women
- In the UK, we participate, through Computer People, in an initiative of one of Adecco’s major financial services clients in Scotland aimed at increasing the proportion of women working in IT at their technology centre.
- Through our Adecco Foundations in Italy and Spain, we run dedicated programmes to help women find employment outside their family commitments. In 2008, we helped 9,707 mothers in Spain, and 2,340 in Italy.
- A particularly noteworthy programme in Spain specializes in supporting female victims of domestic violence. Economic independence through employment often provides a way of escape. In 2008, our Foundation was able to help 9,705 such women.
Integrating immigrants
- Adecco Norway offers Polish immigrants a free five-week training programme, before they come to Norway. They take language classes and learn other essentials that will help them live and work in Norway.
- Adecco Spain’s immigrant programme facilitates an intensive language course in the country of origin, but also – besides a long-term job offer – support in possible difficulties in the integration process. In 2008, 360 immigrants participated in this programme.