Parcourage: building a future for vulnerable young people together
On Wednesday 19 March, His Majesty King Philippe of Belgium visited Parcourage, a local partnership in the Bruges region that helps young adults facing complex challenges find their place in society
Helping young people in Belgium rediscover their potential
For many young people in Antwerp’s vulnerable neighbourhoods, a lack of confidence and limited opportunities can make it hard to engage with learning. Without support, they risk falling behind in
Better jobs for women in Austria thanks to FairPlusService
For many women in Austria, access to stable, well-paid jobs remains a challenge. Those with low formal qualifications or who have been out of the workforce for a long time often struggle to find
Supporting businesses in Austria to adapt to demographic and digital change
As Austria’s workforce ages and digitalisation reshapes industries, businesses must adapt to ensure that workers of all ages can thrive. Demographic Consulting Digi+ is helping companies meet this
A boost for careers: the Hamburg Weiterbildungsbonus
Fifteen years ago, in response to the economic crisis, Hamburg introduced the Weiterbildungsbonus – a funding programme to help employees and self-employed individuals access professional training
Development teams bring change for the Roma communities in Slovakia
Thousands of Roma families in Slovakia face barriers to education, employment, and essential services. Many live in excluded areas, where support is fragmented and difficult to access. Development
Supporting young minds: helping students in Cantabria with mental health needs
With the support of the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), Cantabria (Spain) has expanded a project aimed at meeting the mental health needs of students.
Building futures through hands-on learning in the Netherlands
For many young people, leaving school without a diploma can feel like a dead end. In Haarlem, Netherlands, and the surrounding areas, Spaarne Werkt is proving that it doesn’t have to be. By offering
Boosting the social integration of foreign-born jobseekers
For many foreign-born jobseekers in Sweden, finding work can feel out of reach – especially without local language skills or work experience. The Etableringslyftet (Establishment Boost) project
Supporting dignity and inclusion: how the Geras project transformed lives in Romania
In Timisoara, Romania, many elderly people face isolation and loneliness – challenges that often go unnoticed but have a profound impact on their mental and physical health. The Geras project, funded
