Hanau's Bold New Plan to Tackle Unemployment and Boost Local Jobs
Hanau is rolling out a new labour market strategy to help residents find work and support local businesses. The plan focuses on three key areas: better networking, skills training, and easier access to jobs for all. Several initiatives are already underway to assist long-term unemployed individuals, young people without qualifications, and refugees with uncertain educational backgrounds.
Starting in January 2026, Hanau will take full control of administering basic income support for jobseekers once it becomes an urban district. This change aims to streamline assistance for those seeking employment. The city's joint employer service is also helping businesses recruit staff, arrange training, and secure funding for new hires.
Special funding is available to integrate long-term unemployed individuals into the workforce, with wage subsidies covering up to 100 percent of costs. For those interested in care work, the Martin Luther Foundation Hanau offers a one-year training program for geriatric care assistants, providing an accessible entry point into the sector.
The city is expanding a project at the Sportsfield shared accommodation facility to include residents receiving citizen's income. Up to 15 participants will join the first phase. Additionally, Hanau Infrastructure Service is offering work placements in areas like public works and waste management. These 'one-euro jobs' are designed to improve employability and foster social inclusion.
The new strategy brings together local partners to create tailored support for vulnerable groups. Businesses will benefit from easier recruitment processes, while jobseekers gain access to training and employment opportunities. The city's approach aims to build a more inclusive labour market by addressing barriers to work head-on.
