Kawthar Jadalhaq, a Palestinian architect, moved to Spain as an asylum seeker in 2020. Despite struggles finding work in her field due to language barriers, she secured a position at public engineering firm Ineco, which has positively transformed her life. Spain has seen an unprecedented rise in asylum applications, prompting the government to implement programs aimed at aiding asylum seekers' integration through training and employment initiatives. These programs are crucial as migrant groups, including applicants like Kawthar, face unique vulnerabilities and challenges in the workforce.
After initially being advised to disregard her architectural aspirations, Kawthar found success at Ineco, transforming her life and overcoming fears of homelessness.
Spain remains a leading destination for asylum seekers in the EU, receiving a record 164,000 applications in 2024, with special provisions for work permits.
Pilar Cancela emphasizes the vulnerability of migrants with international protection, prompting the creation of training programs to enhance their employment opportunities.
With government-backed programs, migrants like Kawthar and Jaime are finding paths to stability through employment despite the existing challenges and vulnerabilities.
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