Inspired by his own personal experience as a migrant, Usman Iftikhar wants to help others create their own employment. Now his work is being recognised as he attends the Obama Foundation Leadership program.
The 29-year-old came to Australia to complete his master’s degree, but - when he couldn’t find employment - he realised that many migrants like him were facing similar challenges.
“I got this advice from one of my mentors that ‘you try and solve a problem you have personally faced.’ And for me, that was a critical moment where I have personally faced an issue of unemployment and underemployment that a lot of other immigrants and refugees have faced,” he said.Mr Iftikhar said he is determined to decrease the number of migrants facing unemployment or underemployment, with the number disproportionately high compared to the general population.
The company has helped start over 50 businesses, varying from food and retail to artificial intelligence companies. Mr Iftikhar said working with a diverse community is inspiring and encourages the business to help create a more inclusive society.
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