In today’s evolving labour market, many migrant women face significant challenges in accessing opportunities that match their potential. From language barriers to navigating unfamiliar systems, these barriers often interfere with their integration and career advancement. Plus, Europe is facing a growing skills shortage in a number of industries, highlighting the need to attract diverse talent.
EmpowerHer aims to equip migrant women with the skills and support they need to overcome the specific challenges they face in finding meaningful employment. Through targeted training programmes, innovative digital tools, and stakeholder partnership, we’re breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for lasting social and economic inclusion.
Our mission is to implement support pathways that benefit women, organisations, and society as a whole.
Improving migrant women’s skills through tailored training for long-term employability.
Equipping adult educators with innovative tools to support migrant women development.
Building sustainable collaborations between migrant women, businesses and key stakeholders.
Promoting inclusion by challenging stereotypes and showcasing the contributions of migrant women.
A six module course aiming to equip adult educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively support migrant women in developing soft skills.
An interactive and user-friendly platform including gamified learning activities to enhance their soft skills, empowering migrant women to take control of their skill development journey in a supportive online environment.
A collection of resources and guidelines to support inclusive hiring practices and workplace integration.
A tool to guide migrant women in discovering their strengths, exploring their potential and navigating their professional careers.
A compilation of multimedia materials, including testimonial videos, to showcase the contributions of migrant women and promote inclusion.
Organisation of 20 information days to connect migrant women with potential employers, fostering direct engagement and career exploration, leading to tailored guidelines for job opportunities.
The EmpowerHer project brings together six partners from five European countries to foster collaboration between education, social innovation, research, and the labour market in order to create inclusive opportunities for migrant women.
