Talent Beyond Boundaries

There's a massive misconception that Talent Beyond Boundaries is a refugee job-matching agency. Job matching is only a tiny fraction of what we do. We're really out to change the system that prevents refugees and forcibly displaced people from accessing labour migration pathways. Watch our CEO, Steph Cousins, explain how.

Today, we celebrate Sorcha O'Callaghan's first day as CEO of Talent Beyond Boundaries! With her extensive experience in humanitarian policy and a deep commitment to our mission, Sorcha is poised to make a significant impact in empowering displaced talent. Here’s to a new chapter at TBB, where we will work together to create sustainable pathways for those in displacement and unlock human potential on a global scale. 🌏 To read more about Sorcha's vision and background, check out our blog post here: https://lnkd.in/e2yEc96h

🚀 Corridoi lavorativi per rifugiati progetto #readyforit Labor Pathways for Refugees La prima parte del percorso di formazione in sviluppo software JAVA e SQL si è appena concluso. 25 rifugiati provenienti da diversi Paesi hanno seguito il corso in #Uganda con la prospettiva di accedere a opportunità di lavoro nel settore delle tecnologie in Italia. I corridoi lavorativi per rifugiati sono un'opportunità concreta di arrivare in Italia in sicurezza con un visto per lavoro e di mettere a frutto le competenze e le esperienze professionali già acquisite, aprendo la strada per un nuovo inizio. L'Italia è uno dei primi Paesi al mondo a sviluppare corridoi lavorativi per rifugiati, dimostrando che la sinergia tra attori pubblici e privati può avere un impatto concreto sull'inclusione delle persone rifugiate. Il progetto dei Corridoi Lavorativi per Rifugiati è ideato da Fondazione Italiana Accenture ETS e guidato da #UNHCR, insieme a Diaconia Valdese, Talent Beyond Boundaries, Pathways International, International Trade Centre, Unione Industriali Torino, con il contributo di Reale Foundation e Fondazione Conad ETS, in collaborazione con Develhope, Refactory Academy, Finn Church Aid. Le aziende che assumeranno i partecipanti includono Accenture Italia, Aubay Italia, Btinkeeng - Digital Advisory, Gruppo SCAI, Consulenza Aziendale Informatica, OverIT - Field Service Management, Reale Group e Valuetech Group.

Last month, we welcomed the Scottish Minister for Equalities, Kaukab Stewart to our Aberdeen office to discuss our commitment to the Talent Beyond Boundaries program. This initiative connects refugees with companies in need of their skills, a cause that we’re proud to support. In 2023, we welcomed Malek Alwadi and Michel Nassar as project engineers. Since then, both have excelled in their roles and embraced their new lives in Aberdeen. Reflecting on his journey, Malek said, “Throughout this journey, I have faced numerous challenges, but I have been determined to provide a better life for my family. The Talent Beyond Boundaries initiative gave me new hope. This led to me joining EnerMech as a project engineer in Aberdeen, in a role I’m qualified for and with good prospects. My daughters also have access to a good education here and a stable environment. We are very settled in Aberdeen and I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to rebuild our lives in the safety of a welcoming workplace and community that embraces diversity and offers a brighter future.” We’re thrilled to be able to offer a welcoming space for talented individuals to rebuild their lives. #TalentBeyondBoundaries #TeamEnerMech

🌍✈️ New arrival in Belgium under Displaced Talent for Europe! Just yesterday, we had the pleasure to welcome Mustafa and his wife Mariam in Belgium. A Palestinian talent previously displaced in Lebanon, Mustafa is joining Ammar, our first DT4E arrival, to work as a process operator with a prominent food processing and shipping company based in Ghent. 🏭🌐 🤝🏠 Our IOM team, in collaboration with our partners and Mustafa's employer, will continue to support his integration and adjustment to life in Belgium. 🎉 Best of luck to Mustafa and Mariam with this new adventure, and a huge thanks to his employer for the trust and engagement in DT4E!🎊 Want to know more on international talent mobility initiatives? Check out our page: International Talent Mobility🌐 DT4E is funded by the European Union and implemented in Belgium by IOM Belgium and Luxembourg, in partnership with Talent Beyond Boundaries, Fedasil, and with the support of Fragomen. #IOM #LabourMigration #DT4E #Pathways #DisplacedTalent

Earlier this week, we celebrated Mostafa and his wife’s arrival at Brussels Airport! Mostafa is the second person to arrive in Belgium through the IOM - UN Migration-led and European Union-funded Displaced Talent for Europe (DT4E) program. He will start working at a food processing and shipping company next week. We’re excited to see him bring his skills to his new role. Welcome to your new home, Mostafa! 🌍✨

Our funding supports Talent Beyond Boundaries to connect skilled people seeking sanctuary from war and persecution with Scottish businesses in need of their expertise. Equalities Minister Kaukab Stewart visited EnerMech to meet two displaced workers hired through the scheme. Watch for more.

TBB was featured in Deloitte's Annual Review 2024 for our work on Project Amal, a collaborative initiative with Deloitte and IOM - UN Migration. Amal—meaning "hope" in Arabic—is about building career pathways for skilled professionals forced to flee their homes. In collaboration with our partners, we supported the arrival of four skilled workers who were displaced in Jordan re-commence their careers in Northern Ireland. All are now thriving in a supportive environment, eager to grow and embrace new leadership opportunities. Together, we’re unlocking the potential of displaced talent to create a more inclusive workforce and a brighter future. Click on the link below to read the full report ⬇

Discover how St. Joseph's Care Group is redefining international recruitment by welcoming displaced talent and addressing healthcare shortages. Read our latest blog to learn how their supportive approach makes a difference for skilled newcomers like Moaed. READ: https://lnkd.in/gekSckzi

TBB is excited to announce that we are convening global leaders to discuss "Scaling Labour Pathways for Refugees: Design-and-Build for the Green Transition." Over the next few days, we’ll be working with government representatives, private sector leaders, UN agencies, and global experts to catalyze integrating refugee talent into the green economy, addressing critical workforce gaps while creating sustainable solutions for displaced workers. TBB is grateful to be partnering with The Rockefeller Foundation and the Bellagio Center to make this important conversations happen. Goals of the convening include: 1️⃣ Design a scalable labour mobility project aligned with the needs of green transition industries. 2️⃣ Develop a strategic roadmap for implementation and funding, for long-term sustainability. 3️⃣ Catalyze collaboration between governments, employers, and development actors to mainstream refugee labour mobility and meaningful employment globally. Stay tuned as we work towards a more sustainable and inclusive future! 🌏