EmpoweerNEET brings together local institutions in Nablus to strengthen cooperation, support young people, and promote Social and Solidarity Economy opportunities on 26 August 2026.
EmpoweerNEET brought together local institutions in Nablus to strengthen cooperation and expand support for young people. An-Najah Innovation Park at An-Najah National University hosted the meeting on 26 August 2026, bringing together 20 representatives from local institutions and civil society organizations.
The meeting introduced the EmpoweerNEET project, its objectives, activities, and expected benefits. It also provided an opportunity to discuss local needs and identify areas for future cooperation.
Participants discussed ways to improve coordination between local institutions. They also explored how to share information, services, and resources to provide better support to young people.
The meeting highlighted the importance of working together to create more opportunities for economic empowerment, social inclusion, and youth participation.
A key outcome was the agreement to establish a small coordination committee with representatives from relevant institutions. The committee will help strengthen cooperation and support the development of an institutional network focused on the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE).
Participants also agreed to organize a Dialogue on Economic Empowerment and Social and Solidarity Economy.
The dialogue will help build a shared understanding of SSE and identify practical ways for institutions to work together. A series of thematic meetings will follow, with participating institutions taking turns to host future sessions.
The meeting marked an important step in strengthening local partnerships around EmpoweerNEET. Through these partnerships, the project aims to create a stronger support environment for young people and improve their opportunities for economic empowerment, social inclusion, and participation in the Social and Solidarity Economy.
EmpoweerNEET is an Interreg NEXT MED project that supports young people who are not in employment, education, or training (NEETs). The project focuses on skills development, employability, entrepreneurship, and Social and Solidarity Economy opportunities across the Mediterranean region.
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03/09/2026
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