HERIZON Erasmus+ project
In Progress
Herizon
Herizon empowers young migrant women with the life skills, confidence, and practical tools needed to successfully integrate into education, employment, and community life.
Period01/04/2026 – 31/03/2027
Budget60.000
Partners2
Project description
- Survey of 105 young migrant women conducted across Italy, Poland, and Denmark
- 15 in-depth interviews with youth workers, community leaders, and migrant women themselves
- Diverse participants: community coordinators, educators, caseworkers, and NGO founders
- Focus on young migrant women aged 18–30 navigating integration, employment, and belonging
- Each country brought a distinct barrier profile — bureaucratic, legal, and social
- Data collected between May – July 2026
- Sessions and surveys focused on real experiences, uncovering both visible and invisible barriers to integration
Deliverables
- Comparative Needs Assessment Report identifying barriers, needs, and opportunities for young migrant women
- Herizon Empowerment Labs with practical, non-formal learning activities focused on personal and professional development
- Digital Herizon Toolkit featuring interactive exercises, life skills resources, and inspiring participant stories
- Personal Action Plans supporting participants in setting and achieving individual goals
- Peer Exchange Methodology for youth workers and organisations working with migrant women
- Multiplier Events & Sustainability Resources to ensure long-term impact and wider adoption across Europe
Who benefits
- Young migrant women seeking greater confidence, independence, and opportunities for integration
- Youth workers, mentors, and NGO professionals looking for practical, inclusive, and gender-sensitive tools
- Youth organisations and civil society organisations aiming to improve support services for migrant women
- Local communities and stakeholders working towards greater inclusion, diversity, and social cohesion
Who we are
Partners
Fundacja EQUALIFY (Poland)
Associazione Nazionale Kirghizistan Italia – ANKI (Italy)