Economic growth
October 2021- May 2022
AKRSP
6 districts ( Gilgit, Skardu, Astore, Nagar, Shigar and lower Chitral) of GB and Chitral
➤ Identify existing labour market/sector situation and opportunities
➤ Determine demand and supply of vocational and technical skills
➤ Understand the gaps and barriers hindering labour from accessing work and earning income – including gender-related barriers
➤ Conclude the impact of COVID-19 on employment and income generation sustainability
➤ The quantitative survey and its qualitative inquiry provide valuable insights to understand the key labour market dimensions in GBC
➤ Based on in-depth analysis of data from approximately 1,612 individuals in GBC, including 798 male and 817 female respondents
➤ Insights supported by qualitative input from:
24 Local Support Organizations (LSOs)
22 representatives of the business community
8 training service providers
6 government representatives
➤ The findings and recommendations offer a 360-degree view of skilled workforce aspects within the GBC labour market
