Why Immigrants Aren’t Pursuing their Careers.

[@ezealexis2655]

You’re absolutely right. 😢 Spot on with “who you interact with”, I had school mates convincing me to focus on retail/ care jobs. Thankfully, I didn’t listen, and I got into the professional setting. This was an interesting watch, I think about the struggles of immigrants all the time, it can be really tough! God help us.❤

[@SommyCharles]

Amen 🙏🏾

[@teresai1877]

Racism is a major factor and often THE chief reason job hunting can be difficult (assuming you're qualified). Freshly arriving from Nigeria or another African country, Caribbean, etc, it can sometimes be hard to see racism in all its pervasive forms. Instead of saying, they don't want to hire a black person, they will say, "Oh, there are no more vacancies" or "You're under qualified" even if you have more degrees than they do, etc. That being said, it's not impossible and it's not that everyone is racist/prejudiced, but you must be aware.

[@lauraaherokeoghene1357]

This babe,you fine sha!

[@yummydishes2279]

It's beautiful seeing you after so long, started watching your videos few days after you landed in Canada. You went off for a while but I'm glad you back and going great. God bless you

[@lovelynfola]

The 31 minutes was worth it and value filled. The points are very relatable.

[@SommyCharles]

Glad it was worth it! I was worried about it being too long

[@favourilobi2532]

Is there an accent class 😂😂 Sammy??

[@Est.1993]

24:19 me sef , I taya o Lolz. Been watching your videos even prior to my arrival. No way I'm gonna give up, especially because I have met other people who have gone through it and how they are now.

[@SommyCharles]

Don’t give give up 🫶🏽

[@Est.1993]

Thank you plenty 🙏🏽

[@chappypee]

Work extra to pay more tax. My friend had to pay 700 extra tax coz she worked so many more hours than she ought to have.

[@SommyCharles]

Have you experienced any of these and know anyone who has? Let’s chat!

[@janepherkakama4618]

Aboit the brain noy working l can relate. Iam now 5 months in canada,ln did a bachelor's degree in social work and a public health Master's degree at home. O work with this deaf blind client supporting her in independent living but.....l cant even remember the things l did,ots exhausting mentality,she beats me,fights,lovks and lam really stressed. So,these jobs can really suck

[@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGam]

Check if your province is seeking such workers in the remote areas. I know Quebec is looking for social workers everywhere. With extra high pay in the remote areas.

[@janepherkakama4618]

​@@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGamthanks . Do you know any African trained social worker working in Canada.

[@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGam]

@janepherkakama4618 yes. Including my sister (although she went to uni in Canada). Check within your province for settlement services. They should be able to direct you to: - get your degree/curriculum reviewed - advise you of the requirements to be certified in your province, or if certification is even needed. - maybe even link you up with companies and agencies that are hiring social workers. Social workers are in huge demand in Alberta for example. So much so that many agencies will sponsor workers for work permit.

[@janepherkakama4618]

Tamul mean one person who had a Bachelor's degree in social work from Africa and now they are practicing? I am trying to send my transcript to the Canadian association of social workers for evaluation,l hope they won't undermine the Ugandans degree. I need to practice social work here but l am still confused

[@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGam]

You spoke it all. I am in Quebec and i wish i could broadcast everything you said with loudspeaker and town crier. I have a family member who kept doing care work, prioritizing it over the professional job she got. I met people who stayed in their factory job for 20+ years because they didnt want change and didnt want to go through disappointment. I am beginning to see these temporary jobs as a cheap way to avoid wage inflation in the country. With the bills (especially for those who love to flex) keeping people in perpetual need, over career advancement. To be fair, i have met people who have all that they need

[@thekenndubisi]

Loved this video and can tell you are very enlightened. Well done Sommy

[@favourilobi2532]

Up you girl I’m coming I caught off some KZbin channels bcoz mediocre…. I love you and chorkor billionaire dream and plan nothing is rocket science. Dream it’s possible

[@joshuadele-ijagbulu4894]

I really like you. Particularly your authenticity. I like your slang Omo. However, keep your videos short.

[@mimibenson_]

We love sommy.

[@SommyCharles]

Love you too hun 😘

[@AkosuaMantey12]

First 🎉

[@SommyCharles]

🥳🥳🫶🏽

[@ogomsseries]

Thanks for this information. It will sure be helpful🙏🙏🙏

[@SommyCharles]

You’re welcome 😊

[@jenniiking]

Thanks for sharing 🤍

[@SommyCharles]

You’re welcome 😇

[@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGam]

Also, is Sommy Somina?

[@SommyCharles]

Hi. No, it’s short for ChiSOM.

[@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGam]

@@SommyCharles okay, ngwanu. Thanks for the content. Sending the 24k video to everyone i know.

[@SommyCharles]

@@TamunoOpuboCooksCookeyGam thank you 🤗

[@IJKalu]

Girl, you’re too good!

[@oreibitayo]

omg the intro! i can relate so much.

[@damilarearowojobe5436]

Thank you Sommy.

[@Est.1993]

Welcome back

[@petitediana6268]

Thank you Sommy.

[@SommyCharles]

You’re welcome

[@SamiAfolabi]

Omoo, these points😂😂 The Toxic Relationship you now have with the Jobs you don't really like but have now gotten accustomed to lol. It is well You talked about solid points sha. Welldone Sommy

[@plainplainGh]

Hello Sommie please can I get your email account