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Helios+ is a portfolio of 13 regional Integration Projects, one per each Greek region, dedicated to fostering the integration of third-country nationals into Greece's labour market and society. The Hellenic Council for Refugees (GCR) participates as an implementing agency in four regions, the Region of Eastern Macedonia & Thrace, based in Kavala, the Region of Peloponnese, based in Corinth, the Region of Western Greece, based in Patras and the Region of North Aegean, based in Lesvos. The aim is the effective integration of refugees through actions focusing on the following main axes:
-Finding apartments and support for independent housing for refugees.
-Linking with the labour market and strengthening professional skills.
-Informing and raising awareness of local communities in order to promote social cohesion.
The HELIOS+ Centres will complement the existing Migrant Integration Centres, ensuring close cooperation with local institutions and services.
HELIOS+ services include:
Career Development and Employability Support
Strengthening and facilitating the access of HELIOS+ target group to the labour market, through group and individual sessions of career counselling, vocational training and networking with local employers;
-Access to Social and Public Services
Facilitating autonomous access to social and public services and monitoring the integration process of HELIOS+ target group through individualized and group support sessions;
Language and Communication Skills
Supporting HELIOS+ beneficiaries’ independent communication in the local society and workplace through Greek language courses;
Housing and Independent Living Support
Strengthening independent living in Greece by providing accommodation support to secure accommodation, including rental subsidies;
Community Engagement and Awareness
Raising awareness and strengthening the host communities and involved stakeholders at the local and regional levels through activities fostering social cohesion and cultural exchange.
By providing targeted support, HELIOS+ not only helps people integrate in the Greek labor market and the Greek society but also strengthens local communities and fosters a shared sense of belonging, while promoting the European way of life through inclusivity, cooperation, and sustainable growth.
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