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SIMPLE Partners Meet in Warsaw to Advance Piloting and Stakeholder Engagement

On 31 March 2026, the partners of the SIMPLE project gathered in Warsaw, Poland, for the third Transnational Project Meeting, hosted by Customized Training Solutions (CTS). The meeting represented a key milestone in the project’s implementation, providing an opportunity to review progress across the work packages and gain a deeper understanding of the ongoing pilot activities in Poland and Italy. A central focus of the meeting was the presentation of piloting progress and preliminary results by CTS (Poland) and HOPE Ukraine (Italy), the two partners directly involved in testing the SIMPLE model on the ground. The discussion highlighted how the project’s Theory of Change, developed under WP2, is now being translated into concrete actions, adapted to local contexts. In Poland, CTS is implementing an employment activation model inspired by the BSI_4Women initiative, focusing on supporting Ukrainian refugee women through tailored employability pathways, coaching, and skills development. Initial data shared during the meeting showed that participants are actively engaging in structured activities such as skills assessment, training sessions, and career planning, with many already developing business ideas. Examples of emerging ideas include services in care, education, and small entrepreneurship, demonstrating strong motivation toward economic independence. In Italy, HOPE Ukraine is adapting elements of the SIREE initiative, combining empowerment, entrepreneurship support, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen refugees’ autonomy and integration. Particular emphasis is placed on building local networks, engaging employers and community actors, and fostering inclusive narratives around refugee participation in the labour market. Beyond piloting, the consortium conducted a peer review of WP2 outcomes and advancement of WP3, which is now entering its final phase. Particular attention was given to the identification of stakeholders’ capacities and gaps, which will be essential for designing targeted capacity-building actions and ensuring project sustainability. By combining evidence-based design with real-world testing and continuous stakeholder engagement, the SIMPLE project continues to build a replicable and scalable model for refugee integration, capable of generating long-term impact across different contexts. SIMPLE is co-funded by the European Union under the ESF+ programme and brings together partners from Italy, Poland, Spain, Belgium, Croatia, and Hungary. For more information, visit: https://simpleinnovation.eu Contact: simple.euproject@gmail.com Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Social Fund Agency. Neither the European Union nor the Granting Authority can be held responsible for them.

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A YEAR BETTER – WORK PACKAGE 4: Piloting to 120 targets

A YEAR BETTER consortium is pleased to announce the launch of the Work Package 4 activity: Piloting the AYB Training with 120 target group representatives. Piloting activity involves real-world testing with target audiences to assess usability, effectiveness, and impact. It aims to gather feedback, refine training materials, and monitor user satisfaction and preferences through anonymous usage statistics to monitor performance, usability, as well as user satisfaction and training preferences. Project partners will deliver AYB trainings, channeling through as many participants as possible, according to their internal schedule to ensure the maximum exposure. AYB training material includes a set of 10 training modules, available on the AYB OER Platform, each aligned with the 21 competencies outlined in the DigComp framework. A minimum of 120 seniors will be trained. Feedback from the particicipants will be collected from interested parties involved in training (participants, trainers, staff members, etc.,) at the end of each training course. Thanks to the results obtained by the piloting activity, project partners will further fine-tune AYB Training accordingly, in its final version. Guidelines for future training will be based on the piloting activity insights. For more information about AYB project: www.ayearbetter.eu www.instagram.com/ayearbetter www.facebook.com/ayearbetter ayearbetter@gmail.com Join us on this journey towards a digitally inclusive future for all!

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UNITY EUROPE Project Announces Successful Validation of Innovative Digital and Gamified Integration Tools for Young Migrants

The UNITY EUROPE consortium (Project No: 2023-2-FR02-KA220-YOU-000174752) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its pan-European piloting and validation phase. Following months of intensive testing across Cyprus, France, Spain, and Türkiye, the project has confirmed the high efficacy of its innovative pedagogical resources in fostering the social and professional integration of young migrants and marginalized youth. Addressing the critical intersections of digital exclusion, employability, and psychosocial well-being, UNITY EUROPE has developed a comprehensive learning ecosystem. This includes a multilingual Open Educational Resources (OER) Platform and the UNITY Card Game, a gamified methodology designed to facilitate dialogue on complex social issues such as inclusion, civic values, and discrimination. Empirical Validation and Key Performance Indicators The piloting phase involved a diverse cohort of 130 participants, including young adults (aged 18–30) and professional youth workers. The cross-national results indicate a transformative impact on learner confidence and technical proficiency: A Strategic Step Toward Inclusive Youth Work “The piloting phase has demonstrated that combining structured digital learning with gamified, interactive methodologies is not just effective—it is essential for reaching vulnerable youth populations,” stated a project spokesperson. “The feedback from over 100 professionals and learners validates that UNITY EUROPE tools are scalable, transferable, and ready for long-term integration into European youth work programs”. By bridging the gap between non-formal education and professional readiness, UNITY EUROPE is contributing to the European Union’s broader goals of social cohesion and digital transformation. Refining the Future of Integration As the project enters its final stage of exploitation, the consortium is utilizing the granular feedback from the pilots to further optimize the resources. Planned enhancements include expanded mobile accessibility, simplified multilingual terminology, and additional instructional videos to ensure the tools remain accessible to users of all backgrounds. About UNITY EUROPE UNITY EUROPE is a transnational initiative co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union. The project brings together experts from France, Spain, Cyprus, and Italy to create sustainable, open-access tools that empower young migrants and young people with fewer opportunities to achieve successful social and professional integration in their host countries. To know more: Email: unity.europe.e@gmail.comFacebook: Unity Europe Project  Instagram: unity_europe_project

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SIMPLE Project Raises Awareness at Key Local Events in Málaga

The SIMPLE project continues to strengthen its visibility and outreach through active participation in relevant local events aimed at promoting innovation, inclusion, and social engagement. As part of its dissemination activities, the project was presented at two major events held in Málaga (Spain), reaching diverse audiences and reinforcing its commitment to social impact. Opportunity Morning 2025 The SIMPLE project was showcased on October 30th at Opportunity Morning 2025, an event hosted at Mangas Verdes and organised by Asociación Arrabal-AID, which brought together around 800 young people interested in new technologies, artificial intelligence, and dual vocational training. During the event, IT Solutions For All, partner organisation of the SIMPLE project, hosted an information stand where attendees were introduced to the organisation’s mission and activities. Visitors to the stand received detailed information about the SIMPLE project, its objectives, and its role in social innovation. The stand served as a direct point of contact with young participants, encouraging dialogue and raising awareness of the opportunities offered by the project. XXI Málaga Voluntaria Awards Gala The SIMPLE project was also promoted on December 4th, 2025, at the XXI Málaga Voluntaria Awards Gala, an event organised by Málaga City Council to recognise and celebrate volunteering initiatives across the city. Representatives of the project attended the gala and distributed informational leaflets about SIMPLE among attendees. This activity allowed the project to reach a broad audience of institutional representatives, volunteers, and organisations involved in social action, further strengthening its visibility within the local volunteering and social innovation ecosystem. Through its participation in these two events, the SIMPLE project continues to expand its dissemination efforts, engage with key stakeholders, and promote its values of inclusion, collaboration, and refugee empowerment. Learn more about SIMPLE in the project website.

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ALL-IN Project Concludes with Online Closing Meeting

The ALL-IN project held its online Closing Meeting on 11 December 2025, bringing together all partner organisations to review achievements, assess impact, and outline the final steps of the project. The meeting opened with a welcome and introduction led by IT Solutions for All, followed by a comprehensive overview of WP1 Project Management, including quality assurance processes and the project’s impact exercise. These sessions highlighted the coordination efforts and evaluation mechanisms that supported the project throughout its lifecycle. The outcomes of WP2 Assessment and Best Practices were presented, showcasing key insights gathered during the research and analysis phase. Then, the focus shifted to the practical results of the project, with presentations on the ALL-IN Toolbox and Gamification under WP3. The meeting continued with an overview of WP4, covering the ALL-IN OER Platform, test and validation activities, and dissemination actions. The agenda also included a dedicated session on green and sustainable practices, reinforcing the project’s commitment to sustainability. The meeting concluded with a joint discussion on next steps and final remarks from all partners, marking the formal closure of the ALL-IN project and celebrating its collaborative achievements. After 24 months of implementation, all planned activities and expected results have been successfully achieved. The Closing Meeting served as a moment to reflect on the project’s overall impact and collaborative work, while confirming that the ALL-IN project will officially come to an end on 31 January. About ALL-IN ALL-IN is a project co-funded by the European Union in the framework of the Erasmus+ Programme, Key Action 2, Cooperation partnerships in youth, that aims to promote inclusive communication and language practices through the development of an innovative curriculum and an Open Educational Resources (OER) platform. Its objectives include creating an inclusive learning environment, raising awareness of the importance of inclusive language and enhancing the impact of ALL-IN initiatives. Ultimately, it aims to foster inclusive communication, benefiting individuals, educators, organisations, and society as a whole. Keep up to date with the latest news by following us on social media and visiting our website! Website: www.allin-inclusion.eu Instagram: @allin.euproject Facebook: @allin.euproject

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Gamification for Inclusion: the piloting of the WP3 of ALL IN Project reaches early double its target

The ALL IN project, an Erasmus+ project focused on promoting inclusive communication and advancing language learning for inclusive narratives, proudly announces the outstanding results of its Work Package 3 (WP3), dedicated to gamification activities. WP3 aimed to develop and implement interactive and gamified learning activities as part of the ALL IN digital toolbox for inclusive communication. The initial scope of the WP3 has been expanded to add additional interactive elements such as card games, fill-in-the-blank exercises, extended bingo sessions and an awareness game. The piloting phase of the toolbox, led by all partner organisations, far exceeded expectations. While the initial target was to engage 100 participants, the gamified activities attracted 188 learners across five countries, demonstrating strong interest and broad relevance of the approach. The distribution of participants was as follows: IT Solutions for All (Spain): 66 participants, Arrabal AID (Spain): 60 participants, Demostene (Italy): 16 participants, Circle (Poland): 18 participants, IHF (Brussels): 11 participants, Solution (France): 17 participants. These impressive figures confirm the high appeal and accessibility of the gamification activities developed within WP3, reflecting their capacity to involve a wider audience than originally projected. The target audience for WP3—including individuals, educators, and organisations—benefited significantly from an inclusive and accessible approach to learning and communication. Beyond individual learning outcomes, the WP3 activities generated a positive impact on societal inclusion by supporting accessible and motivational pathways for adult learners to deepen their skills and confidence. You may find more information about the project and its ongoing activities here: https://www.allin-inclusion.eu/

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SIMPLE concludes Work Package 2 and sets the stage for the next phase of activities

The SIMPLE project has concluded Work Package 2 (WP2), laying the foundation for a scalable and transferable model to support the labour market integration and social inclusion of Ukrainian refugees across Europe. As part of WP2, the consortium conducted a comprehensive mapping of over 80 social innovation initiatives across Europe. The selection included projects supported by EU programmes – such as EaSI, Urban Innovative Actions (UIA), Erasmus+, and Interreg – as well as national and regional initiatives from partner countries. This mapping aimed to identify both inspiring practices and systemic challenges in the fields of integration, employment, and inclusion. The complete repository of mapped initiatives is accessible here: https://simpleinnovation.eu/repository.php?lang=EN From this broader repository, the consortium extracted 13 best practices that were particularly well-documented, impactful, and aligned with the SIMPLE project’s objectives. These are analysed in depth in another key project deliverable: The Social Innovation Compendium, available at: https://simpleinnovation.eu/assessment.php?lang=EN Among the 13, three model initiatives were selected as the primary inspiration for the development of SIMPLE’s Theory of Change: The Theory of Change, available on the project website, outlines how the SIMPLE model is expected to generate meaningful and sustainable impact. Drawing on selected elements of the three model initiatives, it proposes an adaptable, modular approach that can be tailored to diverse national and local contexts.  This Theory of Change will serve as the foundation for the stakeholders’ engagement activities to be performed in all partner countries under WP3 and pilot actions to be carried out in Poland and Italy under WP4. In these two countries, partners will: In Poland, the focus will be on employment activation, while in Italy, activities will revolve around empowerment and entrepreneurship pathways. Both pilots will be closely monitored to assess short-term and longer-term changes in participants’ inclusion and integration trajectories. SIMPLE is co-funded by the European Union under the ESF+ programme. The project brings together partners from Italy, Poland, Spain, Belgium, Croatia, and Hungary to co-design, pilot, and promote sustainable models for inclusion, employment, and community empowerment. Stay updated at: https://simpleinnovation.euContact: simple.euproject@gmail.com Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Social Fund Agency. Neither the European Union nor the Granting Authority can be held responsible for them.

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European Consortium Published New Analysis and Policy Recommendations on the Digital Gender Gap

A European consortium released a new English-language analysis and policy recommendations that exposed how digital inequalities continued to shape women’s lives across Europe. Completed in late 2025, the publication examined who was left behind by digital transformation, where policy responses fell short, and why existing strategies repeatedly failed to address gendered risks online. The analysis was developed across Czechia, Spain, Italy, and Malta within a European project coordinated by Genderové informační centrum NORA, o.p.s. Researchers applied an intersectional framework to map digital access, skills, usage, employment, and innovation, revealing how unpaid care work, limited time for training, and exposure to online abuse systematically restricted women’s digital participation. Based on these findings, the consortium finalized targeted policy recommendations calling for concrete institutional action. “The data showed that digital exclusion was structural, not incidental,” the research team stated, pointing to the urgent need for investments in care infrastructure, gender-sensitive digital policies, and stronger responses to technology-facilitated gender-based violence. The publication marked a key step toward more inclusive digital policymaking in the EU and informed the project’s upcoming educational activities. For further information about the project visit: https://www.hypatia-project.eu/index.php?lang=EN

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HYPATIA Project Attends “Premios Lidera Mujer” in Málaga

IT Solutions for All is proud to announce the participation of its HYPATIA project in the Premios Lidera Mujer, an award program celebrating leadership, innovation, and the achievements of women across Spain. The HYPATIA project is dedicated to empowering homemakers by providing them with essential digital skills, practical knowledge to navigate the online world safely, and guidance to enter the labor market. By raising digital literacy and promoting internet safety awareness, HYPATIA enables participants to confidently engage with technology and seize new professional opportunities. The Premios Lidera Mujer 2025 are organized by La Associació Dones pel Futur, Fundación Nantik Lum, and Asociación Arrabal, and are funded by the Ministry of Labour and Social Economy. These awards recognize and support social and solidarity economy initiatives that are changing the world through everyday actions. They aim to boost projects that promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the social and solidarity economy as tools for transformation. Attending the award ceremony, held at Google’s headquarters in Málaga, was an inspiring experience for the HYPATIA team. The event provided a unique opportunity to hear firsthand the experiences of women entrepreneurs, share insights, and celebrate initiatives that drive social inclusion and empowerment. For more information about the HYPATIA project and its initiatives, visit https://hypatia-project.eu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hypatiaeuproject/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Hypatia-projectEmail: hypatiaprojecteu@gmail.com

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