First Round Table of the Ready, Study, Go Business Network
On December 5, 2024, the first Round Table of the Ready, Study, Go business network took place at the premises of the Federal Employment Agency in Cologne. The goal of this new format is to provide companies and institutions with a platform for practical exchange on the integration of international professionals.
A view of the plenary session during the Ready, Study, Go Round Table kick-off.
(Image: TH Köln, Yvonne Klein)
A Collaborative Exchange
After the welcome address by Stephanie Lewejohann (Managing Director, Federal Employment Agency), the Ready, Study, Go team gave an overview of the activities in 2024. Participants then engaged in an interactive Post-it session to identify key challenges related to the hiring of international talent, which were further addressed in the subsequent sessions.
Expert Insights & Working Groups
The event provided valuable insights into current issues:
- Hiring international talent: Expert input & Q&A with the Foreigners' Registration Office of Cologne
- Fostering a welcoming culture: Presentation by the Federal Employment Agency
- Accessing international professionals through Ready, Study, Go: Introduction to project offerings and exchange of experiences
In two working groups, participants received practical insights and exchanged their own experiences and best practices.
Stellwände des Arbeitstischs zum Projekt „Ready, Study, Go“.
(Image: TH Köln, Yvonne Klein)
Key Takeaways & Outlook
The lively discussions in the working groups highlighted the importance of the topic. A key takeaway was that attracting international talent requires close collaboration between businesses, authorities, and universities.
Participants – including companies from Cologne, Düren, Attendorn, and beyond – emphasized the value of exchange formats like the Round Table in developing joint solutions for current challenges. The Ready, Study, Go team also shared an outlook on the upcoming project year and future network meetings.
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DAAD
Federal Foreign Office
December 2024
