A CHARTER FOR CHANGE: STRIVING FOR DECENT, FULFILLING, AND SUSTAINABLE JOBS

A CHARTER FOR CHANGE: STRIVING FOR DECENT, FULFILLING, AND SUSTAINABLE JOBS CONCLUSIONS FROM A PANEL OF YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER RESIDENTS ABOUT THE PROCESS In September 2023, IPPR researchers brought together 10 participants who have taken part in previous one to one interviews as part of this research to a participatory workshop to discuss in more depth what a ‘good job’ looks like to them. [...] HAVING A GOOD JOB ALLOWS US TO: • provide for ourselves and our families that are living with us and those that are abroad • contribute to society by giving back and making a difference for those needing help • learn new skills while working, so there are opportunities to create a career path and earn a better income • balance our work and any responsibilities at home, and make time to socialise,. [...] 1 A charter for change: Striving for decent, fulfilling, and sustainable jobs HAVING A GOOD JOB MAKES US FEEL: • secure – we don’t worry about putting food on the table • fulfilled – because the job reflects our passions and desires to make a difference in society • trusted and purposeful – I am staying active and making something of myself, and my colleagues rely on me to do a good job • supporte. [...] • Better and more targeted advice when looking for jobs: especially so there is a better understanding of the skills and experiences we already had before coming to the UK and finding a job that matches that, especially for job seekers. [...] 2 A charter for change: Striving for decent, fulfilling, and sustainable jobs ABOUT THE PROCESS HAVING A GOOD JOB ALLOWS US TO: HAVING A GOOD JOB MAKES US FEEL: FOR US TO FEEL LIKE WE ARE IN A GOOD JOB THAT OFFERS PROGRESSION, WE NEED THE FOLLOWING.