Since 2013, we have created more than 4200 intergenerational duos in the Brussels region to facilitate the socio-professional integration of young people from immigration looking for work. The mentors we have trained to support them are committed volunteer professionals who share their experience, support and expert advice with these young people. We are supported by numerous organizations and institutions and a strong associative ecosystem.
In a few figures...
2013
year of creation
4200
duos created and supported by our team
1 branch
in the center of Brussels in the Matongé district
610
active and committed mentors
A duo, a story
Erika & Sandra
Freshly graduated, Erika is not sure where to start and can't put her skills to good use. Her lack of experience and network are obstacles that prevent her from getting her first job. The match with her mentor Sandra was a real eye-opener!
Situation :
Master in Digital Marketing
Dreamjob :
A job in communication
Result :
Erika landed her first contract for a famous fashion brand
Ezat & Corinne
Ezat, losing confidence and demotivated by his past experiences, regained hope thanks to Corinne's support. Today, he is proud to have won a contract with Carrefour! 🎉
Situation :
Lack of trust and negative work experiences.
Dreamjob :
Regain confidence and get a stable job.
Result :
Ezat signed a contract with Carrefour.
Fabienne & Anouchka
Anouchka received exceptional support from her mentor, who helped her to clarify her ideas and to value her skills, while supporting her with respect and encouragement. 🌟🤝
Situation :
Anouchka felt stuck in her thoughts and needed clarity in her choices.
Dreamjob :
Improve her self-confidence and clarify her professional possibilities
Result :
Anouchka has gained in clarity, in the valorization of her skills, and in confidence.
Jean & Seydou
Arriving at DUO, Seydou had 2 dreams: pass his theoretical license & work at Bpost. Thanks to his unwavering perseverance and the support of Jean, he achieved them both.
Situation :
No degree and little professional experience
Dreamjob :
Succeed with your theoretical license & work at Bpost
Result :
After his career at DUO, Seydou is finally touching his dream with his fingertips. He now works at the sorting center at Bpost and was offered to become a postman once he got his final license 🚗
Martine & Tyson
Tyson enjoyed a transformative experience at DUO for a JOB, where he learned on a human and professional level through an exceptional mentor and enriching encounters. 🎓🤝
Situation :
Tyson was looking for guidance for his life project and needed support.
Dreamjob :
Clarify your life plan and know where you want to go.
Result :
Tyson has developed a clear vision for his life project and has established rewarding relationships.
Roger & Paulo
Paulo, with the support of his mentor Roger, landed his dream job as a process engineer at Atlas Copco 🎉
Situation :
Discouraged by the lack of response in his job search
Dreamjob :
Process engineer
Result :
6-month fixed-term contract signed
Assuele & Geneviève
Assuele was admitted to pre-school to become an early childhood assistant thanks to the support of her mentor Geneviève. 🎓💖
Situation :
Assuele needed support to integrate training.
Dreamjob :
Becoming an Early Childhood Caregiver
Result :
Assuele was admitted to pre-school for the training of early childhood assistant
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