WILLEMSTAD - Curaçao's civil society organizations emphasize the importance of an inclusive economy to drive progress. In a recent manifesto, the Social Economic Council calls for embracing all sources of talent and labor to promote economic development.
The manifesto, resulting from extensive dialogues with various stakeholders, underlines that exclusion of groups, such as those without residence permits, is a waste of valuable resources.
The document advocates for an inclusive labor market that does not discriminate based on origin and provides equal opportunities for all. It emphasizes that diversity is a strength contributing to economic and social advancement.
The manifesto calls for collaboration between governments, employers, labor organizations, and civil society organizations to take concrete steps toward an inclusive labor market.
Various stakeholders, including representatives from the private sector, advocacy organizations, international entities, academic experts, and members of Curaçao's Social Economic Council (SER), acknowledge that inclusivity is the path to a resilient economy and a high level of prosperity and well-being for its population. Together, they strive for a society where everyone participates and contributes to a prosperous future.