As 2024 draws to a close, we are delighted to reflect on an exceptional year marked by milestones and significant achievements. From advancing key initiatives to strengthening our community, 2024 has been a year of growth and collaboration.
Key highlights of 2024
This year, Welcome Hub Agder (WHA) made progress in several areas and we are proud to share some key highlights.
- Talent Hub: Ran 28 job seminars and courses which attracted 50 participants, over a third of whom received job placement support.
- Volunteering and community involvement: Partnered with 50 organisations to create, events centred on volunteering, Norwegian courses for beginners, and free Norwegian courses at an intermediate level.
- Social events: Organised some 77 events spread over 21 venues, engaging 1190 online group members.
Looking ahead
WHA is committed to fully realising the potential of the Welcome Alliance in 2025. Conceptualised by WHA, the alliance aims to help businesses and organisations in Agder overcome fierce competition in attracting and retaining skilled labour.
In order to achieve this goal, the Welcome Alliance will collaborate with businesses to develop and help implement effective solutions to address this challenge.
Amongst the services offered by the Welcome Alliance, is the Open Doors concept which will create more opportunities for businesses and internationals to connect and network.
In addition, the Talent Hub programme will also be further developed to connect more internationals with networks and businesses.
A julemingling to remember
The holiday spirit was in full swing during our julemingling or Christmas mingling event last weekend. Colleagues and internationals gathered to celebrate the season, share stories, and enjoy a traditional Norwegian treat - risgrøt - or rice porridge.
A standout moment was the traditional porridge game, where Julija Rukanskaite emerged as the lucky winner of a gift, after discovering an almond in her bowl. Congratulations, Julija!
Julija Rukanskaite, the lucky winner at Welcome Hub Agder's Christmas Mingling on 14th December at Poléoland Café.
Wishing you a joyful holiday season
As we celebrate the holiday season, we extend our heartfelt thanks to every team member, all of our partners, WHA members, and supporters who contributed to our success in 2024. Your collaboration helps us drive meaningful change.
From all of us at Welcome Hub, we wish you a joyous holiday season and a new year filled with abundant possibilities and exciting opportunities!
