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

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

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.

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

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

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

For many job seekers, finding a job is only part of the challenge. Staying employed – and thriving at work – requires the right match between their skills, needs, and workplace. With support from the

Actiris's childcare initiative in Brussels helps parents access reliable childcare, enabling them to pursue jobs or training and build better futures for their families.

Two practical schools in Gorinchem, Netherlands, are using ESF+ funds to help students develop their talents, gain practical skills, and transition confidently into the workforce and society.

The Lone Parents initiative used digital tools and personalised support to help single parents overcome barriers to employment and improve their skills, employability, and social inclusion.