Athens, Greece – On November 13th, the PROCEED final conference will unite youth workers from Greece, Cyprus, Italy, and Germany to share their experiences and explore holistic strategies that strengthen young people’s employability, self-advocacy, and engagement in their communities.

PROCEED – A holistic approach to youth unemployment

Europe stands at an important crossroads regarding youth employment. A challenge that demands not only policy reform but also community-driven, holistic action. Through the PROCEED project, we have worked to address this issue by empowering NEETs (young people not in education, employment, or training) and disadvantaged youth with the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to thrive in today’s job market.

Throughout its journey, PROCEED has gone beyond conventional training programmes. It has adopted a holistic approach that combines professional skills development with personal growth, mentorship, and community engagement. Participants received tailored training aligned with current market needs, ensuring they are equipped for the realities of today’s labor landscape.

One of the programme’s most remarkable achievements has been the creation of a vibrant network of youth workers across Europe. PROCEED expanded its focus beyond training young people to also include key actors in supporting NEETs and disadvantaged youth. This community has become a hub for knowledge-sharing and collaboration, a space for new tools, fresh insights, and innovative strategies to better engage and empower young people. Twelve youth workers even took part in international exchange visits, gaining valuable hands-on experience and sharing best practices with partner organizations abroad.

As the project reaches its conclusion, the PROCEED Final Conference will take place on November 13 at Impact Hub Athens, gathering youth workers from Greece, Cyprus, Italy, and Germany to discuss their experiences. The event will feature a keynote speech by Gelly Aroni, General Secretary for Vulnerable Persons and Institutional Protection at the Ministry of Migration and Asylum, as well as a panel discussion on the importance of holistic approaches to employability, self-advocacy, and community engagement for young people entering the labor market.

Whether you are a youth worker, policymaker, educator, or simply passionate about youth empowerment, this conference is an opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired.

Final Conference

Date: November 13th, 2025

Time: 10:00 -14:00 (EET)

Join the conference online: https://rescue.zoom.us/j/96827692125?pwd=fv2HGdaprXY2mVReWjdyIjChdQwZHx.1