Seeing the light in digitalisation
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way small businesses operate. Many businesses have been forced to anticipate reductions in demand, employee health concerns or disruptions in their supply chain
Helping pupils with developmental disabilites realise their potential
Luka is a child with developmental disabilities. Until recently, he felt excluded and unhappy, and a lack of support with his disabilities made it hard to realise his potential. Now, thanks to the ‘Go
Volunteer mentoring helps families in need
Le Chéile Mentoring is a national volunteer mentoring and family support service, co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Social Fund. The service works with young people involved in
Early support ensures kids stay in school
Dropping out of school puts young people at high risk of social exclusion and unemployment, and students often learn the skills they need to stay in education during their childhood. With support from
The taste of social inclusion: Lithuania’s drive to promote people with disabilities in the workplace
If you walk down the streets of Vilnius’ old town you may come across a unique pancake restaurant called ‘Pirmas blynas.’ Known for its culinary and socially conscious mission, you will be served
Italian project helps young people live a life free from crime
For Giuseppe, and many other young people like him in Italy, the consequences of exposure to criminality from an early age are very real – and extremely frightening. That is why, with support from the
Creative work projects for unemployed young people
Breaking the cycle of unemployment can be very difficult for young, disadvantaged people on the verge of social exclusion. This is especially true when they lack the qualifications for the jobs that
Finding French jobseekers careers they love
Labour markets have experienced rapid shifts in what employers are looking for in terms of education and experience. Jobseekers may find it difficult to find the right fit for their skills, background
Boosting women entrepreneurship success rates in Denmark
Mia Hjorth Hansen is an entrepreneur who struggled to launch her business, until she got involved in the ‘Entrepreneur Denmark’ project. Funded by the Recovery Assistance for Cohesion and the
A fast track to employment for migrants and refugees
Migrant workers are often at a major disadvantage when looking for employment, having to contend with social exclusion, as well as linguistic and cultural barriers. With support from the EU Programme
