1. 27/04/2019
How do active labour market policies work? Ideas for future policy relevant research
Giuliano Bonoli
IDHEAP

2. ALMPs can exploit three effects
27/04/2019
ALMPs can exploit three effects
Invest in human capital
Lower the reservation wage
Improve the matching in the job search process

3. Job matching in real labour markets
Informal contacts and networks tend to play an important role
This role is particularly important for the low skill segment, where few jobs are advertised openly
The low skilled make up the bulk of activation clients

4. Informal source of information about current job by level of education
Source: ISSP2001: Question “How did you first hear about your current job?” Percentage refer to those answering personal contacts and unsolicited applications

5. Most often used recruitment channels among employers recruiting in the low skill segment, (N = 38 in 6 EU countries)
Source: RECWOWE TASK 01.22
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6. Informal networks and access to employment for jobless people
Why are networks useful? Information, recommendation?
What types of networks are most useful for unemployed people?
How can policy promote the development of useful networks?