SMILE Project Kicks Off: Suse Foundation Joins Forces to Empower Migrant Youth

We are proud to announce the launch of the SMILE – Support Young Migrants Integration in the Labour Market in Europe project, funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union. The Suse Foundation (Stichting UnitSphere Europa) is honored to be one of the strategic partners from the Netherlands contributing to this important initiative.

Project ID: 2024-1-TR01-KA220-YOU-000256357
 Coordinator Country: Turkey
 Partner Countries: Netherlands, Italy, Greece, and Germany
 Project Duration: 2024 – 2026

Project Overview and Objectives

The SMILE project aims to improve the employability and integration of young migrants into the labor market, while also promoting social inclusion and diversity. It also seeks to strengthen the long-term capacity of partner organizations by enhancing their ability to support young migrants and expanding their networks and collaborations within the sector.

Key Results

 Improved long-term employability of young migrants through soft skills development
 Personalized support through mentorship and coaching programs
 Greater inclusion and diversity of young migrants in the workforce
 Stronger cooperation among partner organizations
 Well-equipped staff to deliver soft skills training and utilize educational tools effectively

Suse Foundation’s Contribution

The Suse Foundation will contribute to the development of the project’s core reports through field research and good practice examples conducted in the Netherlands. It will also take an active role in designing mentoring programs, interactive workshops, and cultural engagement activities aimed at building self-confidence and strengthening the social integration of young migrants.

Furthermore, the Foundation will support capacity-building for professionals by developing training content and materials tailored to youth workers and educators working with migrant communities.