Tuesday, September 24 marked an important date for the city of Genay with the organization of the second Lyon-Nord Val de Saône Employment Forum at the Saint-Exupéry hall. This event, designed to boost the local job market, brought together a dozen companies as well as various partners involved in employment. Multiple areas were dedicated to recruitment, training and job opportunities, offering a unique platform for job seekers and employers.
An event for everyone
The forum, which took place from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., was open to all, with free admission. Driven by a vast program, it aimed to reach a wide audience, from young people looking for their first job to professionals looking to give a new direction to their career. To make the event even more friendly, a food truck was present to satisfy the visitors’ small appetites.
A diversity of committed actors
This forum was distinguished by the diversity of the participants. Organized by the association Alynoval’s, the Town Hall of Genay and their employment partners, the event brought together different economic actors from the region. From local companies to training organizations, all mobilized to show their support and offer concrete solutions to job seekers in the Val de Saône.
Specialized spaces for targeted support
Among the many attractions of the forum, several thematic spaces particularly attracted attention. A recruitment space allowed participants to meet employers directly and apply on site. Another space was dedicated to training, offering advice and information on skills development opportunities. In addition, a space was specifically dedicated to job opportunities linked to future trams, highlighting the prospects offered by local infrastructure projects.
The importance of the Territorial Integration Pact for employment
The forum was also an opportunity to highlight the Territorial Integration Pact for Employment (PTI’e), a crucial tool for partnership governance and the mobilization of local stakeholders. This pact aims to create an environment conducive to employment by bringing together the efforts of communities, businesses and associations, for coordinated and effective action.
Positive feedback
The outcome of this second employment forum was particularly positive. By focusing on various sectors such as catering, commerce, health and the social and solidarity economy (ESS), the event was able to respond to the diverse needs of the local job market. The participants praised the initiative and the organization, emphasizing the importance of such meetings to promote employment and training.
A call for continued collaboration
In conclusion, the success of this second edition shows the need to continue and amplify efforts to boost employment in the region. The next edition of the forum, eagerly awaited, promises to continue this momentum, with the hope of bringing together even more players and offering even more opportunities to job seekers.
