We realized the following objectives through the Sharing4Employment project: 1) Identified employment barriers for adults with mental health issues in each partner country. 2) Shared training programs for educators and staff to help adults with mental health challenges obtain and maintain employment. 3) Promoted inclusive employment practices that ensured equal opportunities for all individuals. 4) Fostered cooperation and knowledge-sharing among partners and stakeholders on best practices for supporting employment for people with mental health problems 5) Raised awareness and reduced stigma surrounding mental health and employment among employers, policymakers, and the public. These results aligned with EU priorities of promoting lifelong learning, improving the competencies of educators, and fostering equality and inclusion in the workforce. By addressing stigma and encouraging collaboration, the project supported individuals with mental health challenges in finding employment.
The Erasmus+ project Sharing4Employment aimed to tackle employment obstacles faced by adults with mental health issues, involving partners from Belgium, Italy, and Greece. Its objectives included: 1) identifying employment barriers in each partner country 2) sharing training programs for educators 3) promoting inclusive employment practices and equal opportunities The project fostered cooperation and knowledge-sharing among the partner organizations SOLIDE, Belgian Brain Council, EPIONI and PMI and stakeholders such as Members of the European Parliament. The aim was to support adults with mental health issues. The project also sought to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health and employment among employers, policymakers, and the public. These goals aligned with EU priorities of promoting lifelong learning, improving competencies of educators, and fostering equality and non-discrimination. By developing training programs and encouraging knowledge exchange, the project supported EU objectives of inclusion and creating learning opportunities for all citizens. Raising awareness on mental health and its impact on employment further reinforced the EU’s focus on education and workforce.