The GA project aimed to achieve two key objectives: 1) Empowering Migrants for Employability: a) Equip migrants with core entrepreneurial competences to establish their enterprises, b) Provide training in basic skills for adaptability in the growing job market, c) Support their entry into the labor market 2) Promotion Green Social Entrepreneurship: a) Promote the development of sustainable, eco-friendly business practices among migrant entrepreneurs, b) Align with the European Green Deal, focusing on responsible material usage, waste management, and recycling, c) Address the social needs of local communities through impactful green businesses. By these objectives, GA aimed to enhance the employability of migrants while promoting sustainable and inclusive entrepreneurship in the EU.
The consortium applied for the Green Angels project due to the critical need for upskilling and empowering adult migrants in Europe. Eurostat data (2017) reveals 35.4% of non-EU migrants have limited education, hindering employment opportunities. COVID-19 worsened this, with unemployment rates among migrants (e.g., 25% in Spain). This project directly addresses the following needs by providing unemployed migrants with: a) Basic & Transversal Skills: Foundational knowledge and adaptability for the changing job market. b) Entrepreneurial Skills: Equipping them with the tools to pursue self-employment opportunities. c) High-Quality Learning: Leveraging e-learning and Media Technology 2.0 for accessible and engaging education. By addressing these skill gaps and fostering entrepreneurship, Green Angels empowers migrants towards employability and social inclusion, aligning with the EU's political agenda and the 2020 Agenda for adult learning.