
Innovative Solutions for Refugee Integration and Crisis Mitigation in EU Member States
Supporting refugee integration through training, upskilling, and social inclusion
The project, “Innovative Solutions for Refugee Integration and Crisis Mitigation in EU Member States,” aims to address the humanitarian crisis caused by the war in Ukraine by facilitating the integration and social inclusion of refugees in EU Member States. The project will achieve this through a multi-faceted approach that includes tailored vocational training, upskilling programs, and comprehensive support services for refugees.
The participating organizations bring extensive expertise in social inclusion, a vast network of European partners, and proven capacity in managing complex, multi-country projects. By leveraging social innovation and promoting collaboration among EU member states, the project seeks to build more resilient and inclusive societies.
The project will empower refugees by providing them with the necessary skills and support to rebuild their lives, contribute to their host communities, and mitigate the consequences of the crisis on Member States’ societies and public services.
Programme: EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND PLUS SOCIAL INNOVATION PLUS INITIATIVE (SI+)
Start Date: 01/05/2025
End date: 30/04/2026
Key Information
Contract Agreement: ESF-SI-2024-UA-01-0006 – ISRICM-EU
Countries: Greece, Denmark, Slovenia, Spain, Bulgaria and Italy
Total budget: 657.902 €
Description
The project promotes opportunities related to European citizenship in education, work, and mobility, while developing digital and participatory skills. DIGIZENSHIP will provide high-quality, flexible adult learning programs that encourage lifelong learning across all ages and generations. By fostering these skills, the project aims to help rural residents better understand and utilize digital tools to engage with European citizenship opportunities.
A key objective of the project is to build a network of rural adult educators who actively promote civic engagement and European citizenship possibilities. This network will help rural communities feel more connected to the EU and better understand its values and principles.
DIGIZENSHIP supports European democracy by raising awareness, enhancing skills, and strengthening community ties. It empowers rural residents to embrace their European citizenship and contributes to building a more inclusive, engaged, and informed European society.
The project also promotes intergenerational dialogue by encouraging interaction between older and younger generations. Through adult-youth programs, training sessions, and community events, DIGIZENSHIP will create spaces where younger participants can share their perspectives on European citizenship with older generations. These activities—such as lectures, panel discussions, and interactive events—will make intergenerational discourse more dynamic and inclusive. By fostering such engagement, the project aims to strengthen community connections and enhance understanding of European citizenship across all age groups.
Project Partners
- Leader: International Centre for Sustainable Development (ICSD)– GREECE
Partner 2 – AMIS “A More Inclusive Society” (AMIS) – Denmark
Partner 3 – Društvo za razvijanje prostovoljnega dela Novo mesto (DRPDNM) – Slovenia
Partner 4 – Fundación Sieneva (FS) – Spain
Partner 5 – InnoPolis Centre for Innovation and Culture (INNOPOLIS) – Greece
Partner 6 – Nordic Wellbeing Academy (NWA) – Denmark
Partner 7 – NGO Bozhurite – Bulgaria
Partner 9 – Union of Grecia Salentina (UCGS) – Italy
