Found 8 projects
Green Bridges
The “Green Bridges: Virtual Exchanges for Climate Action and Social Innovation” project connects young people from Europe (Spain, Germany, Denmark) and Sub-Saharan Africa (Uganda, Guinea, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, Nigeria) through a program of interactive digital events. The focus is on urgent needs in the areas of climate education, digital skills, social innovation, and inclusive participation. The consortium of eight organizations guides participants through digital events and group work on real-world problems, leading up to the development and presentation of solutions to relevant stakeholders.
Blue economy lab
BLUE-ECONOMY-LAB is an Erasmus project involving organizations from Colombia, Chile, Germany, and Spain to strengthen the maritime sector in Latin America, particularly in Colombia and Chile. The focus is on new curricula, practical training, and close collaboration between educational institutions, businesses, and local communities. The goal is to promote sustainable fishing, coastal management, and other “Blue Jobs,” with a special emphasis on gender equality and respectful use of marine resources.
Pathways to Joyful Integration
“Pathways to Joyful Integration” is a mentorship-based initiative led by integrated Afghan diaspora members to support newly arrived Afghan refugees and asylum seekers in Germany. The project accelerates the integration process, reducing the time it takes for refugees to enter the job market from 5–7 years to approximately 2 years. Through a community-driven approach, it addresses key challenges such as stress, cultural shock, language barriers, and mistrust in public institutions, fostering smoother and more positive integration experiences.
Focusing on tailored support, the project identifies individual needs, delivers targeted training and workshops, and creates personalized integration roadmaps for each participant. By empowering refugees to overcome obstacles and unlock their potential, the initiative transforms the traditionally difficult, often painful, and costly integration process into a faster, more joyful journey, highlighting refugees as valuable contributors to German society.