PROSPECTS podcast series - Episode 3

Inclusion is good for business: Private sector practices to include refugees and host communities in the digital economy

7 March 2024

Episode description:

The digital economy presents prospects to self-reliance for communities affected by forced displacement. However, significant barriers still prevent them from accessing formal employment.

In our third episode, we explore how the private sector has been helping to bridge this gap. Giselle Gonzales, founder of EqualReach, shares emerging practices by businesses and social impact organizations in facilitating market connections, improving working conditions, providing upskilling opportunities, and fostering social cohesion among refugees and host community members. Turning to her own experience, she reflects on how promoting inclusive workplaces is a win for all.

Speaker

  • Photo of Giselle Gonzales
    Giselle Gonzales
    Founder of EqualReach

    Giselle Gonzales is the Founder of EqualReach , an impact sourcing hub that connects teams of skilled and vetted refugee and host community talent with dignified digital work. An ex-Amazon/AWS Sr. PM, Giselle has spent the last 7 years working with displaced communities and the last 4 researching, advising, and building solutions that connect refugees with the private sector.

See also

Promotion, inclusion and protection of refugees and host communities in the digital and gig economy
 Gig Economy HEADER

Promotion, inclusion and protection of refugees and host communities in the digital and gig economy

Relevant projects

Promotion, inclusion and protection of refugees and host communities in the digital and gig economy
 Gig Economy HEADER

Promotion, inclusion and protection of refugees and host communities in the digital and gig economy

Advancing Young People’s Engagement and Meaningful Participation in the PROSPECTS Partnership

PROSPECTS Opportunity Fund project

Advancing Young People’s Engagement and Meaningful Participation in the PROSPECTS Partnership