Portugal continues to make progress in reducing early school leaving. With support from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), new and interactive teaching methods are helping students stay motivated

For many adults with low literacy, voting can feel out of reach. Without the confidence to register, understand political messages or evaluate candidates, some people simply opt out. In Dublin’s North

For years, Hungary has faced a growing shortage of teachers, fuelled in part by low wages. Until recently, teachers’ average salaries were around 60 % of the average graduate wage – well below the EU

In Lithuania, a major shift is under way to ensure that children who cannot live with their birth parents can still grow up in a safe, caring family environment. Supported by €11.9 million from the

Across Europe, many parents struggle to balance work with caring responsibilities. Long hours, high childcare costs and limited flexibility can make it hard to stay in employment – especially for

In La Rinconada, just outside Seville, a new vocational training centre is helping young people launch careers in one of Andalusia’s most dynamic industries: aircraft engineering. The Javier Imbroda

Thousands of elderly people and persons with disabilities across Bulgaria have been able to continue to live independently in their own homes while benefiting from professional care – thanks to Home

Croatia has launched a new financial instrument with support from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) that offers microloans for growth and inclusion. It aims to strengthen micro and small

In one of Berlin’s most socially deprived districts, a youth centre is helping young people in crisis with vital support from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+). Homelessness, mental health issues

The Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region in France is emerging as a leader in promoting vocational excellence through the immersive business forum " Explore the careers" and the regional stages of the