Federal project for women with migration experience launches second funding phase
The project “MY TURN – MY CHOICE” , which supports women with migration experience in entering the German labor market, is entering a new funding phase until the end of 2028. The program is aimed at EU citizens, third-country nationals, and recognized refugee women with secure residency status or dual citizenship.
The project is being implemented by Frauen für Frauen e.V. – Zentrum Information Beratung Bildung (Women for Women Association – Center for Information, Counseling, and Education) and the femkom Women's Competence Center. It is funded by the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs and the European Union through the European Social Fund Plus. A total of approximately €2.5 million in funding available over six years.
Support for starting education and work
The program is primarily aimed at women with low formal qualifications and migration experience who require special support in accessing the labor market. This includes challenges such as the recognition of foreign qualifications, language barriers, bureaucratic procedures, or family obligations like childcare.
The project focuses on individual counselling, coaching, and training opportunities. The goal is to facilitate participants' access to employment subject to social security contributions, vocational training, further education, or self-employment.
Workshops, IT training and coaching
Additional services have been developed for the new funding phase. These include workshops, IT training, and individual coaching programs. Topics such as language support, digital skills, and career guidance are also part of the project.
The events take place at family-friendly times at two locations: in Groß-Umstadt at the Center for Information, Advice and Education, and in Darmstadt at the femkom Women's Competence Center.
Positive experiences from the first project phase
According to the project organizers, the results so far show a clear benefit: Of around 200 participants, about two-thirds were able to take initial steps towards qualification, further education, training or employment.
Social Affairs and Youth Affairs Director Christel Sprößler emphasizes the importance of such projects for the region. Darmstadt's Mayor Barbara Akdeniz also highlights that women with migration experience often need more time and individual support when entering the job market.
(DARMSTADT – RED/stip)
