English and digital literacy are the two dominant skills-building focus in HAGAR’s education pathway for clients. Besides helping them stay relevant, it also builds psychological resilience and provides vital economic skills to improve their footing in the post-COVID environment.
In Singapore, with improved English literacy, some clients have been able to read their employment contracts and pick up terms that are unfamiliar and seek clarification from prospective employers. This is significant progress for them and an important first step in reducing their vulnerability to deception by exploitative job agents.
In Singapore, with improved English literacy, some clients have been able to read their employment contracts and pick up terms that are unfamiliar and seek clarification from prospective employers. This is significant progress for them and an important first step in reducing their vulnerability to deception by exploitative job agents.