The project aimed to strengthen parents’ resilience and adaptability in the context of ongoing social, economic, and digital challenges often described as a “permacrisis.” Families today face increasing pressure caused by uncertainty, rapid technological change, social isolation, and growing emotional demands related to parenting. Many parents lack accessible guidance on responding to children’s diverse needs, managing digital risks, and maintaining emotional balance within the family. The project supported parents in developing inclusive parenting skills, emotional resilience, critical thinking in digital environments, awareness of children’s rights and data protection, and confidence in addressing challenging situations. These objectives were addressed through four modules: supporting children with disabilities, empowering women in challenging environments, protecting children’s personal data, and protecting children from digital misinformation. The project also developed a training programme, an accessible e-learning platform, and supported adult educators working with parents through innovative tools and outreach activities at local and European level.
The Efficient Parenting II (EP-II) project was developed in response to the growing need for parental support and resilience in a context of ongoing social, economic, and digital challenges across Europe. Partner organisations identified that families increasingly face misinformation, digital risks, emotional pressure, gender inequalities, and expanded educational responsibilities, while adult education systems often lack structured and accessible training tailored to parents’ real needs. Through their work with diverse communities—including families of children with disabilities, refugee families, and grandparents acting as caregivers—partners recognised the need for inclusive, practical, and evidence-based parenting resources. The project aimed to strengthen parents’ digital competences, promote children’s online safety and data protection awareness, and foster democratic, gender-sensitive, and inclusive parenting practices. EP-II addressed the gap between policy ambitions on inclusion and the practical tools available to families by providing flexible learning opportunities, accessible digital resources, and community-based support adapted to rapidly changing social realities.