The Slovenian pilot under LABOUR-INT III focuses on tackling persistent challenges in labour market access for migrants, especially women, by reinforcing support structures and improving access to legal and employment-related information.
Led by the national public employment service (ZRSZ) in cooperation with the national trade union confederation (ZSSS), the initiative introduces a “Global Classroom” model, a network of help desks and institutional actors that provide coordinated support, rights-based guidance, and counselling to third-country nationals. Key activities include:
- targeted training sessions for migrants,
- dissemination activities and
- development of a joint contact point in Ljubljana.
The pilot aims to reduce vulnerability to exploitation, improve institutional cooperation, and promote fair access to the labour market for migrants, including those with low levels of formal education or limited knowledge of Slovenian.
Integration of Migrants into the Labour Market: Six Events Successfully Held Across Slovenia
The Employment Service of Slovenia have successfully carried out nine out of ten planned events under the title “Integration of Migrants into the Labour Market”, organised within the framework of the European project LABOUR-INT III.
The events took place in different cities in Slovenia; Ljubljana, Nova Gorica, Celje, Postojna, Maribor, Novo mesto, Kranj and Velenje, bringing together experts and participants to discuss opportunities, challenges, and good practices in integrating migrants into the labour market and broader society.
The workshops featured representatives of key institutions and organisations working in employment, integration, and intercultural dialogue, including the Employment Service of Slovenia, the Labour Inspectorate, the Association of Free Trade Unions of Slovenia, UNHCR, IOM, the Peace Institute, the Red Cross of Slovenia, Društvo Ključ, the Institute of Criminology at the Faculty of Law (University of Ljubljana), ZRC SAZU, Ambasada Rog, and Slovene Philanthropy.
Discussions focused on the legal aspects of employing migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, the challenges of ethical recruitment, and the importance of intercultural competences for successful integration. Particular attention was also given to identifying violations of labour legislation and exploring ways for institutions and employers to jointly create a more inclusive working environment.
The events were further enriched by personal stories of migrants from various countries, who shared their experiences of integrating into Slovenian society and the labour market.
A total of 209 participants attended the 2025 events, 52% of whom were women. To enhance accessibility and comprehension, interpretation into foreign languages was provided. The events were also attended by 111 staff members from the regional offices of the Employment Service.
The LABOUR-INT III project will continue from March to May 2026, with four additional events planned across Slovenia.