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Retention and Atraction of Highly Skilled Talent in the Netherlands

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As part of the Flagship "Migrant Integration and Talent Attraction" initiative of the European Commission, funded via the Technical Support Instrument (TSI), this project aims to support the Netherlands in improving the attraction and retention of highly skilled graduates from the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields, both within the Dutch higher education system and from abroad.

The project runs from December 2023 to June 2025.

Context:

The Netherlands is currently experiencing a significant shortage of skilled professionals in STEM-related sectors, leading to a surge in unfilled vacancies. To tackle this challenge, the STEMTALENT4NL project identifies key areas for improvement, particularly in enhancing the "Orientation Year" residence permit scheme. This scheme provides a one-year stay for graduates from Dutch universities and highly skilled third-country nationals (TCNs) to seek employment or establish businesses in the country.

Project goals:

The project will enhance the Netherlands’ ability to attract and retain skilled migrants by:

  • Improving its current orientation year permit system to facilitate admission for highly skilled third-country nationals
  • Providing recommendations and lessons learned to aid in updating the talent attraction policies and therefore be in a better position to attract and retain highly skilled STEM graduates.

Project activities:

  1. A thorough review of the conditions of the Orientation Year residence permit scheme (known as ‘het verblijfsvergunning zoekjaar hoogopgeleiden’)
  2. A gap analysis to assess current talent attraction and retention mechanisms, identifying strategies to engage and retain young STEM professionals
  3. Organizing an International Study Visit to exchange knowledge and best practices around STEM talent attraction and retention mechanisms
  4. Developing an actionable plan for implementing these recommendations in both the short and long term.

Contact:

For more information or relevant queries, please reach out to Sandra Kluivers, Project Assistant at skluivers@iom.int

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This project is funded by the European Union via the Technical Support Instrument. 

11 Mar 2024

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IOM the Netherlands and Dokters van de Wereld launch animation video against sexual and gender-based violence

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The Hague - On International Women's Day, The International Organisation for Migration Netherlands and Dokters van de Wereld are launching the animated video 'You are not alone!'as part of the SAMEN project. The video highlights the ongoing problem of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and shows survivors that help is always available. 

8 Mar 2024

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Deadliest Year on Record for Migrants with Nearly 8,600 Deaths in 2023

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Geneva/ Berlin, 6 March – At least 8,565 people died on migration routes worldwide in 2023, making it the deadliest year on record, according to data collected by IOM's Missing Migrants Project. The 2023 death toll represents a tragic increase of 20 per cent compared to 2022, highlighting the urgent need for action to prevent further loss of life.

"As we mark the Missing Migrants Project's ten years, we first remember all these lives lost. Every single one of them is a terrible human tragedy that reverberates through families and communities for years to come," said IOM Deputy Director General Ugochi Daniels. "These horrifying figures collected by the Missing Migrants Project are also a reminder that we must recommit to greater action that can ensure safe migration for all so that ten years from now, people won't have to risk their lives in search of a better one."

6 Mar 2024

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Offering opportunities to people facing barriers to the labour market!

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As part of the LEARN project, aimed at improving labour participation and labour market position for people with a migration background, we, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment (SZW), visited a McDonald's restaurant in Utrecht on Thursday, February 16th.

Invited by Marijke Honing, employer, and member of the Learning Network, we spent a day experiencing what a workday at McDonald’s entails. In addition to flipping burgers, we spoke with employees, including (former) refugees, and heard how Marijke ensures an inclusive workplace.

Marijke employs no less than four hundred workers across five locations. These workers, ranging from refugees to persons with disabilities, receive not only a job but also intensive guidance. They are each matched with a manager or a crew trainer, providing them a platform to address any questions or concerns, fostering a more inclusive work environment. For Marijke, it goes beyond just providing work; she supports them with integration, housing, and debt restructuring, for example.

Many employees face daily administrative challenges, which is why McDonald’s Utrecht has designated a special ‘care day’ on Wednesdays to help their staff with their questions. Marijke emphasizes that more tailored application of regulations and streamlined coordination among involved agencies would make it easier for employers and employees to contribute to a more inclusive labour market.

During the visit to McDonald’s, we gained valuable insights for the LEARN project. We noticed how crucial it is for employees to learn the language in a work context, and that there should be more integrated language lessons in the workplace. This can ensure that employees can work full-time, instead of the current situation where they have to attend language school elsewhere for 16 hours a week.

Despite the challenges associated with employing a diverse group of workers, Marijke commits herself to all her employees. It was inspiring to see how everyone works together as a close-knit team, despite the different cultures and backgrounds.

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4 Mar 2024

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1 Mar 2024

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Support to Refugees from Ukraine

Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands who want to return to Ukraine currently cannot be supported by IOM.

For return support to Ukraine, please contact the Dutch Repatriation and Departure Service (DT&V) via info@dtv.minvenj.nl.

Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands who want to migrate to another country outside the EU, where entry and long-term residence are guaranteed, can be supported by IOM. You can contact us via 088-7464466 or 070-3181500.

Refugees from Ukraine with a non-Ukrainian nationality (so-called third country nationals) who want to return from the Netherlands to their country of origin can receive support from IOM. You can contact us via 088-7464466 or 070-3181500.


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