REGIO ACTIVE – Grants for the Regionalization of Labor Market Promotion from Funds of the European Social Fund Plus and the State of Saxony-Anhalt

The REGIO AKTIV program supports targeted initiatives for labor market integration in the region with funds from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and the state of Saxony-Anhalt. The goal is to strengthen regional structures through grants for projects that promote job seekers and long-term unemployed individuals locally. Public sector organizations, non-profit organizations, and companies have the opportunity to develop and implement needs-based qualification, counseling, and employment offers in partnership with local stakeholders. Funding is provided as a direct grant for personnel expenses, material costs, as well as project management and public relations. Sustainable impact and a strong networking effect in the region are the focus of the evaluation.

Interested institutions based or operating in Saxony-Anhalt can submit applications on an ongoing basis. Key requirements include a clear project description, a comprehensible cost and financing plan, proof of legal status, and existing cooperation agreements with regional partners. Evaluation is based on criteria such as the measure’s suitability for the target group, regional networking effect, and sustainability. Job seekers and long-term unemployed individuals benefit directly from the funded offers, while local networks from administration, business, and civil society are sustainably strengthened. The continuous application option ensures quick and flexible responses to regional needs.