Italy's northern region Emilia-Romagna has issued a call for proposals worth three million euros to foster inclusion and integration of unaccompanied foreign-born migrants with personalized paths for work or study.
Through the FSE+ 2021/2027 program, Italy's northern region Emilia-Romagna has issued a call for proposals worth three million euros to foster inclusion and integration of unaccompanied foreign-born migrants with personalized paths for training and the gaining of skills useful for entering the world of work.
The regional government made the announcement in a statement, noting that the call for proposals will open on January 13, 2026, and close in January 2027.
The call is focusing on bodies involved in professional training and that ensure active partnerships with town councils, companies, territorial services, and educational systems.
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Over 6.5 million euros for unaccompanied minors since 2023
Since 2023, the regional government has allocated over 6.5 million euros to create paths for unaccompanied foreign-born nationals close to reaching 17 years old, personalized on the basis of individual needs, including through linguistic activities, orientation, professionalization workshops, and close collaboration with businesses working in the region.
This work has resulted in 500 youths completing their education, while 151 others are making use of opportunities and 222 will be able to get access in the coming months through projects that have already been approved.
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Hourly compensation for attendance
The call of proposals provides for the unaccompanied minors to be compensated for their time at a rate of 3.72 euros per hour up to a maximum of 495.80 euros per month, in recognition of the value of the youths' time and to facilitate the continuity of their presence.
Access to the opportunities is provided in collaboration with the municipalities and public bodies involved in social assistance.
"Our commitment for minors that arrive here alone cannot be simply protection and safeguarding. We must also provide tools for their assuming of responsibilities, emancipation, and cultural growth," said regional vice president tasked with education, Vincenzo Colla, and Welfare and Schools councillor Isabella Conti.