Incorpora: Networking of Entities and Technicians
Networking between the social entities linked to the Incorpora programme and their technicians is essential for the success of the program. Collaborative work increases the possibilities of covering job offers presented by companies more quickly and with higher quality. The program’s technicians design personalized integration itineraries that recognize the potential of the program’s users and promote their participation to achieve effective integration into the labor market. Making the person feel like the protagonist of their progress and their process of change is fundamental to build the necessary confidence to look for a job and increase their autonomy, factors that are key to their successful integration. The alliance between social entities and the business fabric, united by the commitment to generate positive impacts for people and contribute to a more inclusive society, is crucial for the success of the Incorpora program.
Training to Improve Employability
The Incorpora program promotes training actions, with the direct involvement of companies, to improve the employability skills of participants. Incorpora training helps participants increase their technical skills and also the transversal skills most in demand by companies, such as flexibility, interpersonal skills, teamwork, and digital skills, all of which are essential for the correct performance in the workplace. The design of the training takes into account the demand from companies and the lack of personnel in certain sectors of the market, resulting in very high insertion rates when students complete the practical phase of the course. In the first half of the year, in the 145 training courses completed, with 2,375 people, 1,484 people found employment, 62.5% of these participants.
Incorpora Technicians: The Link Between Companies and People Looking for Work
The Incorpora professionals are an essential pillar of the program due to the personalized attention they offer. Their tasks include prospecting companies, designing and accompanying people in their insertion itineraries and post-hiring, advising hiring companies to facilitate the adjustment of people to the characteristics of the jobs, and raising awareness to get new companies to collaborate with the program. In total, 1205 technicians work to find job opportunities for those who need them through the Incorpora program. These professionals play a crucial role in helping individuals find employment, which can be the start of a new life and an opportunity to improve their autonomy.
Self-Employment as a Way of Accessing a Professional Activity
Among the group of people vulnerable to employment are also individuals with an entrepreneurial profile who are considering accessing a professional activity by setting up their own business. For these individuals, the Incorpora program has 45 Self-Employment Points throughout Spain where specialized professionals offer a personalized support itinerary to develop a business plan and analyze its viability to create a company. In the first six months of 2024, the Self-Employment line of the Incorpora program helped promote 877 new businesses led by people at risk of social exclusion, a 3.5% increase from the previous year.
Overall, the Incorpora program plays a vital role in promoting social and labor inclusion for vulnerable groups, with the collaboration of companies, social entities, and dedicated technicians. By providing training, support for self-employment, and networking opportunities, Incorpora is making a significant impact on improving employability and creating a more inclusive society.