| Project Detail |
Promoting Employment in the Digital Economy (ProDIGI) Iraq faces a critical challenge with one of the highest global unemployment rates. Annually, nearly one million young people enter a job market ill-prepared for them. This is primarily because the country heavily relies on oil revenues without significant development in other areas like the digital economy. Additionally, a substantial portion of individuals, especially those aged 15 to 24, are not engaged in education, training, or employment. Developing Iraqs digital economy could provide diverse employment opportunities, stimulate growth in the private sector, and improve public sector efficiency. However, this potential remains largely untapped due to several factors: a critical skills gap in the workforce, a mismatch between the education systems curricula and job market demands, as well as the lack of a supportive legislative framework for digital economy growth. Equipping young individuals with essential digital skills and raising awareness among the public and policymakers have boosted Iraq’s digital economy, bridged the current skills gap and fostered new job opportunities. |
