As part of its commitment to social welfare and equality, the "la Caixa" Foundation has announced two significant calls for social projects in 2024 focused on La Rioja and Extremadura, Spain. These initiatives aim to enhance the quality of life and foster equal opportunities for people in situations of social vulnerability. Here, we provide an overview of these calls, emphasizing the objectives, areas of action, and how organizations can apply.

The Arts and Culture are strong agents of change, even more when they are interconnected to the broader concepts of well-being, mental health and inclusion. This policy brief discusses the societal value of the Arts and Culture, their impact on well-being, mental health and inclusion, as well as their role in opening up new policy avenues. A selection of most recent research findings from Horizon 2020 Framework Programme's projects highlights the new opportunities and translates them into concrete policy actions that can be further transferred and up-scaled by various stakeholders.

SOLVERE is proud to share three remarkable calls for projects dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in Luxembourg, Ireland and Montenegro. Each call for proposals focuses on enhancing the lives of those with disabilities through various means, including education, accessibility, and community integration.

The call seeks to support projects that address climate, environment, solidarity, and migration issues, while also encouraging cooperation between municipalities and the exchange of best practices. With a focus on a holistic narrative for Europe, gender equality, and democratic governance, the program anticipates a substantial impact on citizen participation and the future of European integration.

The European Competence Centre for Social Innovation has recently announced an exciting opportunity for organizations committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people. Under the ESF+ program, a new call for transnational projects has been launched with a focus on enhancing the skills of young individuals and facilitating their seamless integration into the labor market.