Proceed - Promoting Civic Engagement and Employability

A look back at our best moments from the final conference in Greece. Big thank you to IRC Hellas for an amazing event and to all the speakers who made the discussions truly inspiring! ✨

When it comes to planning activities for the social inclusion of young migrants, the multi-stakeholder and co-creative strategy is essential. But what does it mean to co-create social inclusion pathways?

It means involving young people with migrant background, practitioners, mediators, civil society members, youth centers, and municipalities or youth councils in a collaborative process. It’s about listening to each other, understanding each other’s perspectives, and building activities that truly value the human, physical, and financial resources we have. 💬

By working together, we create meaningful, impactful opportunities that support young migrants who feel like they truly belong to a community. This co-created approach doesn’t just improve opportunities – it helps build a stronger, more inclusive society where everyone has a voice. 🙌

Do you want to hear more about co-creative process in youth inclusion? Read the guidelines that the YEA project developed:https://yeayouth.eu/media/yea-mr2-1-guidelines-en.pdf

Join us for the PROCEED Final Conference on November 13, 2025, at Impact Hub Athens, or online! 🌍

Youth workers from Greece, Cyprus, Italy, and Germany will share insights on empowering NEETs and disadvantaged youth across Europe.

Let’s talk employability, self-advocacy, and community engagement.

👉 Register now to join: [Link: https://forms.gle/Ro2EdFZLiSdBVfWk7]

🌟Join us on 13 September 2025 at 17:00 at Limassol Old Port in Cyprus for the project's multiplier event to explore the PROCEED project’s results, tools, and best practices for supporting the inclusion and empowerment of NEETs through innovative educational methods.

This event will take place as part of the Access4All Festival - a celebration of inclusion.

In today’s fast-changing world, critical thinking is more important than ever. It helps you assess situations, make informed decisions, and solve problems efficiently. Whether it’s in the workplace or everyday life, thinking critically sets you apart.

Here’s how to sharpen your critical thinking skills:
🔍 Ask Questions – Challenge assumptions and explore different viewpoints.
🔍 Analyze Information – Break down complex ideas to understand them better.
🔍 Think Ahead – Consider consequences and weigh your options before making decisions.

At PROCEED, we empower NEETs to become independent thinkers ready to take on challenges with confidence and clarity.

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is all about understanding your emotions — and those of others. It helps you build strong relationships, manage stress, and make better decisions.

Developing your EQ means:
- Self-Awareness – Recognize your emotions and triggers.
- Empathy – Understand and relate to how others feel.
- Emotional Regulation – Stay calm and positive, even in tough situations.

At PROCEED, we support NEETs in developing emotional intelligence so they can thrive personally and professionally. 🌱

Exchange Visit Complete!
On June 11-12, youth workers from Italy took part in a study visit to Limassol, Cyprus, as part of the PROCEED project.

They had the opportunity to explore best practices in supporting young people in NEET situations, organized by hosting organization Reset. Visiting inspiring local initiatives like the Radical, Running-Fluent Initiative, Kufiya Cafe or inspirational career counsellors like Voskaridou.

The visit included presentations, human libraries, group activities, and project-sharing sessions focused on inclusion and labor market access.

A huge thank you to RESET for hosting us and to all the organizations who welcomed us so warmly!

Setting clear goals gives direction and purpose to your efforts. Whether you're looking for a job, learning new skills, or planning your future, setting goals helps you stay focused and motivated.

Here’s how to set goals that work:
- Define Your Goal Clearly – Know exactly what you want to achieve.
- Break It Down – Divide big goals into smaller, manageable steps.
- Track Your Progress – Celebrate small wins and adjust as needed.

At PROCEED, we help NEETs turn their aspirations into action plans — because every great journey starts with a goal!

Giulia is a project manager and trainer at CESIE ETSCESIE ETS, working within the Migration Unit. With a strong focus on vulnerable youth, she’s dedicated to fostering social and professional inclusion — empowering young people and equipping community workers with the tools to multiply local impact. 💪

Technology can boost your productivity and help you stay organized. Here are some digital tools that can make your work more efficient:
- Trello / Asana – Organize tasks and manage projects easily.
📧 Grammarly – Improve your writing and communication skills.
- Pomodoro Timer – Stay focused with time management techniques.
- Google Drive – Store and share documents effortlessly.

Mastering these tools can make a huge difference in your workflow! Which one do you use the most?

Exchange Visit Complete!

On May 21–22, youth workers from Cyprus took part in a study visit to Palermo, Italy, as part of the PROCEED project.

They had the opportunity to explore best practices in supporting young people in NEET situations, organized by hosting organization CESIE ETS. Visiting inspiring local initiatives like SEND, Giocherenda, and . The visit included presentations, group activities, and project-sharing sessions focused on inclusion and labor market access.

A huge thank you to CESIE for hosting us and to all the organizations who welcomed us so warmly!

Have you ever heard of the expression “educating community”? It is about empowering each individual living in the local community in sharing his/her/their talents and skills with others. Why? To create a strong sense of community and collaboration where everyone feels heard, valued and supported.

Do you want to hear of a concrete example of educating community?

In the RAISE project, young people with migrant background were provided with monthly mentoring to identify their talents or whatever topic they wished to deepen their knowledge on, shape their idea of workshop and then share it within the local community. Now, try to picture the amount of impactful ideas that the local community in which you are living could benefit from 😀
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