African Aging Psychology (Psychology) | 13 December 2011
Analysing Vocational Training Programmes' Impact on Employability Among Somali Young Refugees in Nairobi, 2011
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Abstract
Somali young refugees in Nairobi face significant challenges in finding employment due to language barriers, cultural differences, and limited formal education. A qualitative study utilising semi-structured interviews with 30 participants who completed vocational training and participated in job placement services. Data analysis was conducted using thematic content analysis. Participants reported an average increase of 45% in their employability skills, particularly in areas such as communication and problem-solving, after completing the training programmes. Vocational training programmes have significantly enhanced the employability of Somali youth refugees in Nairobi. These findings underscore the need for tailored support mechanisms to address language barriers and cultural differences. Programmes should incorporate more culturally sensitive approaches and provide additional resources such as language classes to improve overall outcomes.