"Obtaining a university degree in a major that you are passionate about is a success, but getting a job that you love is an even bigger accomplishment, which I was able to do after participating in the #WorkWell program," says 24-year-old Maryam.
In 2006, when civil conflict broke out in Baghdad, Maryam and her family were forced to escape the city in search of safety. They settled in Erbil.
Maryam's passion for accounting marked her as an outstanding student, and with her tenacity, she obtained a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Maryam struggled to find a job after graduation. Despite her best efforts, the competitive job market made her search difficult. Maryam knew she should participate in programs to enhance her skills to stand out in the market.
Maryam enrolled in the USAID-funded WorkWell program, where she improved her knowledge of English, QuickBooks and advanced IT and accounting skills. Right after her graduation, Maryam landed a full-time job as an accountant at an international company in Erbil, and now she earns a stable monthly income.
“What I learned in WorkWell paid off in landing a job for me,” said Maryam. “From struggling to pass job interviews to landing two job offers at the same time; this result wouldn’t have been possible without the knowledge I gained from the USAID-funded program #WorkWell.”
Photo Credit: DCEO - 100 Solutions, December 2022
| Date Taken: | 12.07.2022 |
| Date Posted: | 04.21.2023 10:49 |
| Photo ID: | 7753227 |
| Resolution: | 6720x4480 |
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| Location: | IQ |
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United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
Republic of Iraq (Iraq)
