Tackling early school leaving through innovation
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
Helping people take part in democracy
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
Hungary raises teachers’ wages with EU support
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
A family for every child: supporting foster families in Lithuania
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
Helping families balance work and care
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
Training for take-off: preparing young people for careers in aircraft engineering
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
Home Care in Bulgaria helps people live independently
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
Microloans for micro and small businesses to boost growth and inclusion in Croatia
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
Building bridges for Berlin’s youth
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
A new push for technical and industrial professions in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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
