Genk Sees Drop in Job Seekers, Boosts Activation Programs

Genk's labor market is showing encouraging signs with a notable decline in the number of registered job seekers. This trend reflects a positive development in the city's employment landscape, even as the overall labor shortage persists. The average number of available job seekers per vacancy remains low, standing at just 2.33.

Despite the ongoing tightness in the labor market, Genk is intensifying its efforts to activate job seekers and facilitate their entry into employment. The city is actively employing strategies such as matching days and group training programs. These targeted initiatives are proving effective, particularly in assisting more vulnerable individuals to find and maintain stable employment.

Recent figures from the city highlight a significant increase in the number of individuals receiving living allowances who are transitioning to the regular labor market. This surge indicates that the city's activation programs are yielding tangible results, successfully bridging the gap between welfare support and sustainable employment for a growing segment of the population.