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Gapai raises $1M to make it safe and easy for overseas Indonesian workers to find jobs

May 10, 2024

Say hi to Gapai! They offer safe and speedy international job placement services for overseas Indonesian workers. Oh, and they’ve just raised a $1M seed!

  • Gapai has developed a network of 12,000 qualified workers

Investor check. Wavemaker Partners led the round. Returning investor Antler also joined in!

🧐 The problem

There has been a 7x increase in illegal trafficking cases against Indonesian migrant workers.

  • An estimated 1,800 people have become victims of unlawful job placement in various countries.
  • Some have even died because of illness, abuse, or accidents.

🙌🏼 The solution

That’s why Gapai is here. Their platform connects potential talents with selected employers for fast and safe overseas jobs.

  • They screen candidates, conduct interviews, and offer upskilling opportunities to build their network of ready-to-work talents to meet international labor demand.

🤩 Talking about the future

They’ll be strengthening their operational process for overseas placements with leveled up tech infrastructure.

  • With new licenses and processes, Gapai aims to onboard 70,000 Indonesian workers, matching 2,200 with global job opportunities this year.
  • They’re prioritizing expanding market reach to 15 countries in Europe, APAC, and the Middle East.

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