This event, organized by us at the Waterford New Communities Network (WNCN), aims to bring together employers, migrant job seekers, community organizations, and local businesses to explore the benefits of diversity in the workplace and the challenges faced by migrants in securing employment. The event will showcase success stories of migrant entrepreneurship, provide valuable insights into the job market, and promote intercultural skills as a key asset in today’s global business environment.

Event Agenda

1. Welcome & Introduction
   • 6:00 PM: Opening remarks by Csilla Czelvikker, Founding Chairperson of WNCN, and MC Humaira Ashraf
2. Presentation:
   • Monica Rudi Kent (WNCN, SETU) – “The Importance of Cultural Diversity in the Workplace”
3. Individual Perspectives: Navigating Employment
   •  Speakers:
     • Ehsan Elahi – Personal Career Journey
     • Dr. Pilar Luz Rodrigues – Language Impacts on Migrants’ Experiences with Employment
     • Frank Kennedy – Deise Men’s Shed
     • Suzan McCreadie – Business Owner, Web Design and Content Marketing
     • Mayara Conceição Hare – Journey to Work as Psychotherapist in Ireland with Brazilian Qualifications
     • David Walsh – Local Enterprise Office
     • Gareth Evans, Head of Enterprise representing the Local Enterprise Office
4. Panel Discussion: “Hiring Migrants – Benefits and Challenges”
   • Panelists:
     • Angela Collins – Head of Careers Guidance, SETU
     • Anne Nolan – Waterford Integration Services
     • Samantha Richards – Turas Nua
   • Moderator: Marton Bisztrai – WNCN
5. Networking & Info Stands:

• • Waterford Area Partnership
  • Waterford Integration Services
  • WWETB
  • Turas Nua
  • Waterford Volunteer Centre
  • Local Enterprise Office
  • Waterford New Communities Network – Reception Desk