The My Kit, My Job Initiative in the Context of the Employment Programs in the Quelimane District (2021-2023)
Abstract
This scientific article was developed with the theme of the My Kit, My Job Initiative in the Context of the Emprega Program in the Distrito de Quelimane (2021-2023). Therefore, the following starting question was raised: To what extent does the Meu Kit, Meu Emprego Initiative contribute to the Emprega in the Distrito de Quelimane? In general, the study aimed to analyze the contribution of the Meu Kit, Meu Emprego initiative to the Emprega in the Distrito de Quelimane and specifically, identify the areas of intervention of the Meu Kit, Meu Emprego, describe the process of obtaining the My Kit, My Job initiative, describe the gains achieved with the My Kit, My Job initiative and explain the challenges arising from the Meu Kit, Meu Emprego initiative in the Distrito de Quelimane. As a methodology, a qualitative approach was used, with the research being conducted using interview, observation and documentary analysis techniques. It was concluded that the objective of the Emprega program is to reduce the unemployment rate in the country, creating employment and income opportunities for the population. It should be noted that the results indicate that the program is an effective mechanism for creating employment and income opportunities, reducing the unemployment rate and contributing to the economic development of both the district. However, for the effectiveness of the program, it was suggested to improve the initiative's dissemination mechanisms, involvement of local leaders, transparency in the selection process, expansion of the initiative to rural areas of the district and promotion of training programs for young people.
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