The youth population in Jordan, despite high levels of vocational training, suffers from a high unemployment rate. In an attempt to bridge the gap between their education and the labour supply, it is necessary to intervene with specific training courses that meet the needs of the market. In this sense, Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses are a way of facilitating the transition between education and entry into the labour market by ensuring economic inclusion for the youth population.
The 'Furas' (Opportunities) project, financed by Otto per Mille funds from the Waldensian Church, fits into this framework, targeting the vulnerable youth population in the Russeifa area, Zarqa Governorate. Together with the Jordanian organisations Athar Association for Youth Development and Our Step Association for Mental Health, Un Ponte Per aims to promote access to the world of work for the youth of the Jordanian host community and the Syrian refugee community through education, vocational training and peacebuilding activities.
