{"id":237588,"date":"2024-10-23T11:13:33","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T11:13:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/10\/23\/head-of-ghanaian-european-centre-refutes-poverty-as-main-driver-of-migration\/"},"modified":"2024-10-23T11:13:33","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T11:13:33","slug":"head-of-ghanaian-european-centre-refutes-poverty-as-main-driver-of-migration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/10\/23\/head-of-ghanaian-european-centre-refutes-poverty-as-main-driver-of-migration\/","title":{"rendered":"Head of Ghanaian-European Centre refutes poverty as main driver of migration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div style=\"-webkit-user-select: none; -webkit-touch-callout: none; -moz-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none;\">\n<p id=\"article-123\"> The Head of the Ghanaian-European Centre for Jobs, Migration and Development, Andreas Berding, has dismissed the notion that individuals who travel abroad for work do so primarily due to poverty.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, this perception is inaccurate, as many people choose to explore new environments and opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s not about poverty. It really depends on individual decisions. For example, I\u2019m German, working in Ghana now, and I\u2019ll eventually return to Germany. I\u2019m happy working in both countries,\u201d he explained during an interview at the 2024 Ghana Career and Migration Fair in Kumasi.<\/p>\n<p>The fair, which connected thousands of job seekers to international employers, was aimed at addressing Ghana&#8217;s youth unemployment crisis. Andreas Berding noted that the event was designed to support the aspirations of Ghanaians, both domestically and abroad, by providing valuable job-related information.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe fair is intended to offer insights into Ghana\u2019s labour market, guiding individuals, especially those acquiring new technical skills, on how to find jobs and build careers. This not only empowers individuals but also strengthens families and communities,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>He emphasized that the fair serves as a direct link between employers and job seekers, creating a space for meaningful professional connections.<\/p>\n<p>The event was well-attended by various stakeholders, including chiefs, government officials, professionals, and both employed and unemployed youth.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on behalf of the Minister for Employment and Labour Relations, Deputy Minister Dr. Festus Awuah Kwofie stated that it is the government\u2019s responsibility to provide tools, resources, and opportunities for the youth. He stressed the importance of enabling young Ghanaians to gain diverse experiences in other labour markets, ultimately contributing to their personal and professional growth.<\/p>\n<p>Nana Prof. Oheneba Boachie-Adjei Woahene II, Hiahene of Asanteman and Board Chair of the Otumfuo Foundation highlighted the Foundation\u2019s ongoing work in digital literacy programs aimed at equipping young people with the skills needed to participate in the digital economy.<\/p>\n<p>However, he noted that more needs to be done and called on both the public and private sectors to collaborate in supporting the growth of the informal sector and promoting skills-based migration.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Head of the Ghanaian-European Centre for Jobs, Migration and Development, Andreas Berding, has dismissed the notion that individuals who travel abroad for work do so primarily due to poverty. 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