"Changing Perspectives of Migration – Stimulating economic development and improving employment conditions for Afghan and Pakistani youth"

The project “Changing Perspectives of Migration – Stimulating economic development and improving employment conditions for Afghan and Pakistani youth” (CPSE-1) is made possible by the (co) financing of the Federal Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Austria (Bundesministerium für Inneres, Republik Österreich), Microsoft, McKinzie & Co., through Foundation for Youth Employment Pakistan to make tangible impact on the lives of youth across Pakistan, especially in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Karachi, Peshawar, and Islamabad.

Our goal is clear: to enhance socio-economic conditions and empower the youth by providing comprehensive training-to-placement programmes. Through social and behaviour change communication, we aim to foster improved values and perspectives, reducing the incidence of irregular transcontinental migrations.

Progress Update

 Freelancing Programme Applications: Over 3,900 youth expressed interest, and 1,058 eager to learn individuals, including 34% women submitted their applications.

 Enrolled Youth: 97 talented individuals, including 49% women, have successfully cleared the recruitment process and embarked on their transformative journey.

 Programme Graduates: With an impressive 86% graduation rate, 83 inspiring graduates, including 51% women, have completed the intensive 10-weeks training phase.

 Successful Placements: 63 individuals, including 50% women, have begun their apprenticeships, bringing to life the mentorship and completing multiple gigs.

 Curriculum Development: We have developed a cutting-edge curriculum integrating invaluable resources from Microsoft’s LinkedIn Learning platform.

  We are proud to showcase the vibrant atmosphere of our Graduation Ceremony and Orientation of the Freelancing Programme! This memorable event marked a significant milestone, capturing the determination, achievement, and the promise of a brighter future.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Federal Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Austria and other donors, for their unwavering support. Together, we are creating a real change and providing opportunities for sustainable growth.

Have a look at our pictures showing the Graduation Ceremony to mark the end of the training for the Freelancing Cohort 1 and 2 trainees as well as the Orientation Webinar to mark the start of the training for the Freelancing Cohort 1 and 2 trainees who have successfully cleared the recruitment process!