The Employment Hubs in Calheta and Ponta do Sol, integrated within the local People's Houses, continue to be important proximity services for professional integration and reintegration, in coordination with the Madeira Employment Institute (IEM).
Regional Secretary for Inclusion, Labor, and Youth, Paula Margarido, visited both structures and highlighted the positive evolution of unemployment indicators, emphasizing the significance of these individualized responses tailored to each territory's needs.
In Calheta, courses for Sailors and Local Skippers stand out, along with support for the regional platform “Empregar Mais”. In Ponta do Sol, the focus is on training for active job searching, including assistance with applications and interviews, and digital promotion of opportunities.
May 2026 data indicates a reduction in unemployment in both municipalities, with accumulated results since 2015 showing the creation of dozens of jobs through employment programs and supported entrepreneurship projects.
