In post-conflict environments, creating employment isn’t enough. Young people carry the weight of trauma, displacement, and uncertainty – challenges that can make it impossible to take advantage of economic opportunities. Without addressing mental health, even the best job programs can fail. That’s why the SHAQO Platform takes a holistic approach, recognizing that decent work requires supporting the whole person, not just their skills or job placement.
Mental health isn't a separate service – it's woven into everything we do:
Our mental health approach builds on local understanding:
We combine global best practices with local knowledge:
Building local mental health support capacity:
Making mental health support part of employment programs:
Preparing youth mentally for employment success:
