Diversity is a fact,
Inclusivity is a choice
We live in a society of hyperdiversity. Therefore, we must ensure that our society is truly inclusive, allowing everyone to find their place and contribute actively.
How? By promoting encounters between cultures and generations, and by fighting inequalities and discrimination.
A twofold observation
In Belgium, it has been statistically proven for many years that:
⚠️ Young people with immigration backgrounds from outside the European Union (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generations) face unequal access to the labor market, regardless of their education level.
⚠️ People over 50 have and face a lack of recognition for their skills.
Our mission
Since 2013, DUO for a JOB creates a link between generations by offering a mentoring program in numerous cities in Belgium.
Concretely, it's a relationship where a volunteer “mentor,” trained by our association, shares their experience with a young “mentee” to promote the development of their skills, autonomy, and help them identify and achieve their professional goals.
The relationship is based on exchange, learning, and mutual trust. Once a duo, the pair meet for two hours each week, for six months and are supervised by a coordinator from our team.
But DUO for a JOB is more than just an effective integration tool. It is a project of openness and solidarity, bringing together people of different ages, origins, and neighborhoods around common values. A powerful experience that, through encounters, helps to challenge prejudices and discrimination.
Our vision
By acting as a bridge between generations and cultures, DUO for a JOB aims to support the professional integration of young people with an immigration background, while fostering understanding, open-mindedness, and empathy to build a society that values respect for differences.
Unlocking the potential of young people
Mentoring is a powerful tool to enhance access to the job market and create opportunities for young people with a migrant background to realize their potential and fulfill their aspirations.
Valueing the experience of 50+
Mentoring strengthens each mentor’s civic engagement, allowing them to stay active, feel useful, showcase their skills, and develop new ones.
Changing the way we look at diversity
Mentoring contributes to a nuanced perception of the “other” and to the construction of a society where diversity is perceived in a positive way.
Our values
Promoting diversity
DUO for a JOB promotes and values diversity in origins, ages, skills, and experiences because we are convinced that diversity is an asset that promotes mutual learning, creativity and innovation.
DUO for a JOB encourages solidarity by creating connections based on intergenerational exchange, collaboration, and mutual aid within its community.
Social impact
DUO for a JOB sets ambitious goals and continually evaluates its effectiveness with the aim of increasing the societal impact of its actions. We prioritize action and initiative, while remaining proactive and flexible.
We foster a constructive and inspiring environment both internally and in our relationships with mentors, mentees, and partners, turning ideas into tangible impact and results.
Inclusiveness
Our organization strives to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and listened to, where all voices are valued and where each person can fully contribute.
DUO for a JOB ensures a “Safe space” to collaborators, volunteers, beneficiaries, and partners.
Warm professionalism
By combining professional rigor with a human and compassionate approach, DUO for a JOB aims to provide accessible, high-quality mentoring while fostering warm relationships that generate mutual understanding, empathy, and respect.
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Frequently asked questions
The duos have at their disposal spacious premises equipped with computers connected to the Internet and printers.
Through its intergenerational mentoring program, DUO for a JOB wishes to contribute to ensuring that everyone has the same opportunities to access employment regardless of their origin or skin color while promoting social cohesion and encounters.
If you have any questions about your appointment, please contact the coordinators by phone.