„REGIO AKTIV“ – Deepening School and Out-of-School Career Orientation through Guided Company Internships (PRAXIS BO)
The "REGIO AKTIV" program under the PRAXIS BO funding area supports educational institutions and youth welfare organizations in Saxony-Anhalt in guiding young people from grade 7 onwards through company internships. Funded by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), it aims to promote the career orientation process and improve opportunities for vocational training, especially through practical insights into companies.
Who is funded
This funding program is aimed at educational institutions and recognized independent youth welfare organizations based in Saxony-Anhalt. The goal is to support young people in their transition from school to work and to improve their chances of securing a vocational training position, especially by providing guidance during company internships. The funding is limited to the geographical area of Saxony-Anhalt.
What is funded
The program funds projects that support young people during company internships for career orientation. It covers necessary personnel and material expenses and aims to strengthen career choice competence and improve vocational training opportunities.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program provides grants for project funding, based on co-financing. The amount of the grant is tied to the eligible expenses. Projects typically have a duration of 36 months.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must meet certain requirements, particularly involvement in Regional Working Groups (RAK) and compliance with state aid regulations. There are specific requirements for project design, personnel, and reporting.
Application Procedure
The application procedure is two-stage. First, projects are selected by the Regional Working Groups (RAK) through a competitive process. Only then can formal applications be submitted to the approving authority, the State Administration Office.
Legal Basis
This funding program is based on the "Guideline on the Granting of Subsidies for the Regionalization of Labor Market Promotion from the European Social Fund Plus and the State of Saxony-Anhalt 'REGIO AKTIV'" and other EU and state regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Open Until:
31.12.2029
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Saxony-Anhalt (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Service Sector, Social Enterprises
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Planning, Capacity Building, Pilot Testing
Funding Provider
Program Level:
National
Funding Body:
Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs, Health and Equality of Saxony-Anhalt
Managed By:
State Administration Office of Saxony-Anhalt, Dessau Branch
Additional Partners:
Regional Working Groups (RAK), Youth Employment Agencies, State Coordination Group (LAKO)
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