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The experience of Beko Manufacturing Slovakia shows that employing Roma can be a practical answer to labour shortages and a source of long-term growth. Equal conditions, fairness and respect are proving to be more effective than special programmes.

An important element of success is an effective system of employee training and adaptation. Training centres play a key role here. Take a look at how they work at BEKO Europe.

More than 30% of employees at the Poprad plant of Beko Manufacturing Slovakia (formerly Whirlpool Slovakia, a major washing machine manufacturer) are people of Roma origin. This long-term successful model of inclusive and supported employment was the main topic of the professional working visit.

The green transition is neither a marginal issue nor a temporary political trend. As highlighted during the first debate in the new Křižovatky21 series, it represents a fundamental economic and social transformation that will shape Europe’s energy security, innovation capacity, competitiveness, and social stability.

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The number of people in working age is expected to drop by 2030 across many advanced economies, while the average age of employees will increase. To stay competitive, companies need to tap into the strengths of all generations.