Cáritas Diocesana Mérida/Badajoz

Promotion and Employment in Rural Areas

Woman smiling as she hangs an “open” sign on the door of her store in a rural area.
Cáritas Diocesana Mérida/Badajoz

Main project goals

  • To boost the employability of people in rural areas.
  • To offer participants comprehensive support to improve their skills and find employment opportunities.
  • To promote regional roots, community development, and social inclusion.

Description of the target group

  • People in situations of vulnerability, at risk of poverty and social exclusion.
  • Unemployed people (including the long-term unemployed).
  • Women in situations of vulnerability, at risk of poverty and social exclusion.
  • Migrants.
  • Young people facing limited prospects and outmigration.
  • People with disabilities and/or dependency.
  • Other vulnerable groups.

Improvements or impacts expected

Improved employability through job placement pathways:

  • Job guidance and skills development activities.
  • Digital skills development activities.
  • Activities that promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Intermediation activities for job placement.
Cofinanciado por la Unión Europea
Ministerio de trabajo y economía social
Fondos Europeos
Fundación MAPFRE