Our recent Town Hall talk featuring Nikolaj Lubanski from Copenhagen Capacity and journalist Richard Steed was a lively discussion on the urgent need for a national strategy around international labour in Denmark. Nikolaj provided his perspective into the current barriers within the immigration system and the challenges that make it feel tailored to short-term stays.

If you couldn't make it, you haven’t missed out completely! We’ve recorded the full interview to ensure you can still gain valuable insights into the future of international talent in Denmark.

Check out the audio iinterview below - which includes a Q&A from the audience.

Tusind Tak! 🙏✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday(02-11) evening at Zoku in Amager, for an incredible networking and social event! 🎉 It was fantastic to see so many come together to connect, exchange ideas, and share a common purpose.

A special shout-out to Nikolaj Lubanski from Copenhagen Capacity for an enlightening Town Hall talk on the urgent need for a national strategy for international labour. 🌍💼

Nikolaj’s insights into the current barriers within the immigration system sparked valuable discussions and highlighted the need for a system that supports international talent for the long term. 💪

102 times THANK YOU! ❤️

The International Citizens Days were amazing. And after that, we broke through the 100-member mark: we are now 102 members. It's a great result that will soon lead to even bigger ones.

Every person we talked to confirmed to us the need to remove the barriers Internationals are facing in Denmark. We can do it together, Danes and Internationals, to ensure no one is left behind.

Denmark’s workforce needs international talent—but why are so many leaving?

Despite Denmark’s reputation for quality of life and 'hygge,' international workers are increasingly leaving. Last year alone, over 50,000 foreign citizens left Denmark, and while immigration numbers were higher at 79,561, the country's labour market still faces a major challenge.

Only 35% of internationals remain in Denmark after five years. For a country actively recruiting skilled talent, this is a concerning trend. By 2033, Denmark will need an additional 130,000 workers to meet its economic demands. Yet, without creating a more inclusive and adaptable environment for its international workforce, Denmark risks losing out to other nations that are more successful in retaining global talent.

Denmark has so much to offer—let's make sure internationals feel a part of it.

📈 Non-Danish people are a growing part of the population residing in Denmark. Inde's mission is to give them a voice. We believe that only in this way will they be able to thrive, fully contributing to the life of the beautiful country they love to live in.

📍 On September 27 and 28, Inde will be at the International Citizen Days in København, where we will also host a workshop. We would love to meet you there!

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