Impulse for Labour Market Policy (IdeA)
The State of Hesse supports innovative projects with "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" (IdeA) that qualify unemployed and low-skilled individuals into much-needed skilled workers. The program, co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), aims to improve labour market integration and mobilize talent reserves for securing skilled labour in Hesse. It supports exemplary approaches that contribute to the sustainable employment of disadvantaged individuals.
Who is funded
The "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" (IdeA) program targets actors in the Hessian labour market who wish to implement exemplary and innovative projects for the integration of unemployed and low-skilled individuals. The funding aims to bring these individuals into training and employment and strengthen the supply of skilled labour in Hesse. Projects must be carried out in Hesse.
What is funded
The "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" (IdeA) program funds exemplary and innovative measures that develop unemployed and low-skilled individuals into skilled workers. This includes projects focused on training in future professions, as well as preparatory and supporting measures. A particular focus is on digital skill development and digital learning.
Type and Scope of Funding
The "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" program offers non-repayable grants as part of project funding. The funding amount varies between 40 and 90 percent of eligible total expenditures, depending on the project type. Projects typically have a duration of 24 months.
Conditions and Requirements
The application for "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" (IdeA) is subject to specific conditions, including the requirement to meet at least three of the 14 defined innovation criteria and to ensure mandatory co-financing. The program is designed not to constitute state aid within the meaning of EU law.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" (IdeA) takes place via a customer portal of WIBank after a call for applications has been published. The submitted project proposals are evaluated by an approval committee based on an assessment grid.
Legal Basis
The "Impulse for Labour Market Policy" (IdeA) program is based on the funding principles of the Hessian Ministry of Social Affairs and Integration for Hessian Labour Market Promotion. It is also subject to the provisions of the State Budget Code and the ESF+ Framework Directive of the State of Hesse.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
Up to 40% or 90% of eligible expenditures
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Hesse (Germany)
Sectors:
Healthcare, Information and Communication Technology, Education and Vocational Training, Creative Industries, Other
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Capacity Building, Service Delivery, Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Hessian Ministry of Social Affairs and Integration (HMSI), European Social Fund Plus (ESF+)
Managed By:
Wirtschafts- und Infrastrukturbank Hessen (WIBank) Labour Market/ESF-Consult Hesse