Tackling hidden homelessness among women in Germany
In Germany, support measures for people with housing issues generally target men. However, housing shortages, coupled with this lack of specialist help, has meant many women are at risk of precarious
The telephone helpline connecting Greek citizens
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many families to share the same space in isolation for months on end. Unfortunately, this didn’t mean they were always brought together emotionally. In fact, many families
How Stephanie found the courage to control her anxiety
After many years of bullying in primary school, Stephanie was overwhelmed with anxiety. ‘I had long felt completely alone in the world, had no one to talk to about my problems, and I felt like I was
ESF funding supports persons with disabilities find their feet
Marijus had always dreamed of being a dancer, but it wasn't until he was 43 years old that he finally had the opportunity. Marijus belongs to l'Arche community house in Kaunas, Lithuania, which
Sanctuary for Ukrainian war refugees
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine created the largest humanitarian crisis Europe has seen in decades, with millions of people fleeing to neighbouring countries and nearly 1.4 million registering to stay in
Ukrainian refugees find work in Bulgaria
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has wreaked havoc across the region. Livelihoods have been destroyed, causing many Ukrainians to leave their homeland to seek refuge in countries like Bulgaria
Bringing together older and unemployed women through care
Radmila, a 78 year-old woman whose husband is sick and has dementia, felt isolated and helpless. She had no one to support her with her day-to-day activities or to help look after her sick husband
Helping ex-offenders to rebuild their lives
There is a very real risk of being trapped in an endless cycle of reoffending for those persons who have just been released from prison, as they feel powerless and isolated from society. Estonia has
E-vouchers help Italian city face stigma of poverty
With the ever-increasing cost of living, it can be hard for many people of all ages to buy the most basic necessities - such as food and clothing. This pressure is particularly intense among families
Swedish project helps young migrants integrate – and pursue a career
In Sweden, young people who haven't completed secondary education don't just find it harder to find work; they are also at risk of poor health and find it more difficult to integrate into wider
