The problem
Our country holds the highest youth unemployment rate in the EU. Even when one has a job, they often remain unable to provide the basics for themselves. In-work poverty in Greece is also one of the highest in Europe and is seriously affecting the physical and mental well-being of those who experience it. Young people with low levels of education, limited job experience, a lack of basic skills and access to training, are therefore trapped in unemployment.
(The situation is even more severe for refugees and migrants, especially those arriving from third-world countries, with poor educational backgrounds and technological literacy. Their road to integration is often blocked by a wall of discrimination and prejudice.)
- 28% youth unemployment
- 29% reduced investment in education
- 20% less engagement of youth in education
Our solution
Support young vulnerable people in the best way possible by implementing a holistic approach to assist equally both unemployed Greeks and guest communities integrate into society. The model is built upon 3 equally important main services:
- Orientation
- Vocational training
- Employability services
Each individual receives the combination of services that best respond to their needs and goals.
Soft Skills Development
Life skills training with an emphasis on personal development, emotional intelligence and active citizenship
Vocational Training
Tailor-made vocational training programs focusing on professional skills related to the Tourism section
Preparation for the Labor Market
Career counseling and job search techniques, guidance on interview and hiring processes, ensuring appropriate preparation to seize opportunities and secure employment
Job Retention Support
Guidance and professional evolution assistance for a period of 12 months, ensuring the beneficiaries’ job retention and long-term success
"We cannot always build our future for the youth, but we can always build our youth for the future."
~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
“Investing in the potential of young people is an investment in the success and progress of our society. By supporting their career paths and dreams, we create a generation empowered to make a positive and lasting impact on the world.”
— Malala Yousafzai
Odyssea helped me a lot to upgrade my cv, gain confidence, and in a very short time promoted my cv to a position that suited me very well and was exactly what I wanted. I owe a lot to the people of Odyssea and I hope they continue their unique work at the same pace.
I am glad and so happy to meet a nice people in ODYSSEA. I am really happy thanks so much for helping me to get job and thanks for answering my call every time I call to solve my problem to help me. AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ODYSSEA THANKS SO MUCH ALL MEMBERS IN ODYSSEA.