SMART UA - Lifestarter
About Lifestarter
Lifestarter is a non-profit in Trnava, Slovakia, active since 2017 in lifelong learning, non-formal education, and community development. It supports people of all ages with programs in digital skills, mental health, cultural awareness, and educational innovation. It also runs city-wide initiatives like Learning Trnava and EDUpoint.
Role in the project
In SMART UA, LifeStarter contributes to:
- Educational innovation: offering digital skills and soft skills training for refugees.
- Community activities: promoting inclusion through cultural and educational events.
- Support for teachers and families: connecting local educational stakeholders with refugee integration efforts.
- Visibility and awareness: helping communicate project outcomes to the broader community.
REPORTS
Slovakia – Housing Report
How can stable housing become the foundation for successful integration? This report explores the housing experiences of Ukrainian refugees in Slovakia, examining access to affordable accommodation, the challenges faced by families and vulnerable groups, and the support mechanisms that promote long-term stability. It also highlights good practices and recommendations to strengthen inclusive and sustainable housing policies.
Slovakia – Labour Market Report
What helps refugees turn professional experience into new opportunities? This report explores the integration of Ukrainian refugees into the Slovak labour market, examining employment opportunities, barriers such as language and qualification recognition, and the support mechanisms that foster inclusion. Through good practices and policy recommendations, it highlights pathways towards sustainable employment and long-term social and economic integration.
Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Social Fund Agency. Neither the European Union nor the Granting Authority can be held responsible for them.