National Employment Conference-Somalia

READ ➡️ Declaration of the 2nd National Employment Conference. @NEC2022

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H.E. Ugaas Abdiwahab Khalif, of @SomaliaMolsa thanked the guests, & gave his remarks offically closing year two of the National Employment Conference #Somalia @NEC2022 #nec2022 #Employment

“Employers have to take the lead on inclusion of persons with disabilities & stakeholders need the assurance that organisations are willing to engage special need people.” Eng Ali Abdiweli, Director of International Relations at Jubbaland Chamber of Commerce #nec2022 #decentwork

“Persons with disabilities face negative preconceptions about their work capacities and lower educational achievements due to exclusionary training practices in entering the labour market” Mohamed Abdisalam, Vice Chairman of @SODENOrg #nec2022 #decentwork #Employment

“The socio-economic inclusion of persons with disabilities & access to vocational training and employment offers a chance to become financially independent, to participate & contribute to the growth of community & society,” Dr Shafie, SRA Managing Director #NEC2022 #DecentWork

“Apprenticeships and workplace learning that are inclusive of persons with disabilities can enable employers to take on new talent and to tap into a pool of qualified job candidates with disabilities.” Aisha Ibrahim, Job creation expert #nec2022 #decentwork #employment

“Governments, skills development institutions, employers and other stakeholders have a role in promoting a positive environment that allows persons with disabilities to be fully productive in the workplace.” Fatuma Mohamed Ali from @MwomenHRD #nec2022 #decentwork #employment

“Persons with disabilities are not a homogenous group. They face multiple forms of discrimination, on the basis of disability but also on other grounds, which may lead to situations of exclusion.” Farhiya Mohamud, from Justice Promoter SODEN #nec2022 #decentwork #Employment

Our second and last panel for the National Employment Conference shall focus on a very important topic: "People with Special needs and how we can engage them to participate world of work and Skill development Programs." #NEC2022 #DecentWork #Employment

Doogdoon gave the audience a presentation on the helpful and friendly ways they are contributing to protecting the environment. @DOOGDOON is a local startup that offers contemporary waste management and recycling solutions in Mogadishu. #NEC2022 #DecentWork

"Most modern startups can benefit by learning about the risks facing both sides. Banks are also exposed to many risks, when providing loans to new businesses. By understanding the risks posed to banks." Liban Mohamed Farah, Microfinance Manger, @Dahabshil #NEC2022 #DecentWork

"The youth should be equipped with financial knowledge, skills and the right attitude to go through the challenges & risks that face entrepreneurs. Currently, we have innovation hubs that support, and educate/train entrepreneurs and they are essential" Director @MHaanbe #NEC2022

Sustainability often brings its own set of challenges, and I hear some common ones from business professionals – not having the money or not having enough time. We should focus on opportunities which are endless. Mohamed Khalif, Head of Microfinance, @Sb_sombank #NEC2022

The sustainability of small businesses comes under a lot of questions. I encourage the youth to do risk analysis before they start a business. We are committed to supporting young entrepreneurs in investment & training" Abdinafac Dahir Yusuf, CEO of Maal Microfinance #NEC2022

The youth should be given training on finance literacy. Teaching financial literacy to our youth is crucial. It allows them to know the importance of money and in making the right financial decisions. Ahmed Khadar, Managing Director, Baxnaani Consulting Enterprise. #NEC2022

"Job creation and employment has positive impact on other social factors, contributing to the decrease of migration and enhancing the social and security status of the nation." Ahmed Nur Mohamed, Head of Public Relations of @premierbankSO. #NEC2022 #DecentWork

Market entry level in Somalia is easy as well as the exit level, the survival rate for small business is extremely low. We should encourage them by lessening their burden and increasing their opportunities.” Said Moalim, Chief Communication Officer, Salaam Bank. #NEC2022

Dood wadaag kowaad ee malinteena labaad waxa lagu gorfeyn doonaa Helitaanka dhaqaale yar iyo dhiirigelinta dhalinyarada si ay u dhistaan Ganacsi/Shaqo gaar u ah. Waxa na marti noogu ah wakiilo ka kala socda Wasaarad, Bangiyada iyo Shirkado kala duwan. #NEC2022 #DecentWork

Our very own Director of Training and TVET Department Mr. @MHaanbe from @SomaliaMolsa gave a presentation on Kobac Initiatives, which is a project that is meant to finance small businesses and encourage entrepreneurship among the Somali youth. #NEC2022 #DecentWork