The program for returning people aged 50+ to the labor market has already attracted over a thousand people, with more than 120 undergoing internships and 59 having secured jobs, the Ministry of Economy reported two weeks after the announcement of the initiative's start, UNN reports.
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The "Experience Matters" program helps older people return to work: undergo training, internships, and find a new workplace, while helping businesses attract experienced specialists.
According to the Ministry of Economy, as of May 22:
- 1.2 thousand job seekers have already joined the program;
- 1.3 thousand vacancies from employers have been posted;
- 124 participants are undergoing internships;
- 59 have already been employed.
"The largest number of candidates are registered in Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv, Kyiv, and Poltava regions," the Ministry of Economy stated.
"The Ukrainian labor market today requires greater participation from people of different ages, experiences, and professional trajectories. People 50+ possess knowledge, responsibility, and practical experience that can be vital for business and the economy. The state's task—together with employers—is to create a clear path back to work: through consultations, preparation, internships, and real employment opportunities," noted Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture Daria Marchak.
Recall
It was announced on May 11 that Ukraine is launching an internship program for people 50+ called "Experience Matters," aimed at helping Ukrainians return to the labor market.