Ukrainian Women Face Integration Hurdles in Swiss Workforce

Federal study reveals slower than expected integration of Ukrainian refugees into Swiss labor market, citing language barriers and qualification recognition challenges.

Key Takeaways

Ukrainian refugee women's integration into Swiss workforce is progressing slower than expected
65-70% of Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland have tertiary education
Two-thirds of tertiary-educated Ukrainian refugees are women
Language barriers and qualification recognition are major challenges

By The Numbers

67,000

Ukrainians with S protection status in Switzerland

30%

Employment rate of Ukrainian refugees as of mid-February

Professionals interviewed for the study

They Said

"The motivation to work is high among refugees from Ukraine, but is dampened by the return orientation of the S status"
— SECO report

Current Integration Status

Key Challenges

Educational Background and Skills

Support Programs and Recommendations

Sources & References

Switzerland reports slow progress in integrating Ukrainian women in workforce

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Key Takeaways

Ukrainian refugee women's integration into Swiss workforce is progressing slower than expected
65-70% of Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland have tertiary education
Two-thirds of tertiary-educated Ukrainian refugees are women
Language barriers and qualification recognition are major challenges

By The Numbers

67,000

Ukrainians with S protection status in Switzerland

30%

Employment rate of Ukrainian refugees as of mid-February

Professionals interviewed for the study

They Said

"The motivation to work is high among refugees from Ukraine, but is dampened by the return orientation of the S status"
— SECO report

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Current Integration Status

Key Challenges

Educational Background and Skills

Support Programs and Recommendations

Sources & References

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