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Contributes to the development of society, innovation and knowledge.

Rights and Justice

Help develop measures to counter violence and discrimination.

Adults

Supports adults in enhancing skills to promote their professional growth and participation in social and civic life.

School

Promotes quality and efficiency in education.

Youth

Supports and promotes educational activities, training courses and mobility projects aimed at young people.

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CESIE ETS is a European center for studies and initiatives based in Palermo, Sicily.

Approach to education

CESIE ETS was founded in 2001 inspired by Danilo Dolci's commitment.

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Our projects are supported by many cooperative networks.

Funds 2021-2027

New funding and cooperation opportunities offered by the European Commission for the period 2021-2027.

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Local Cooperation Department

Promotes inclusive participatory processes and acts to reduce poverty and educational inequality.

International Cooperation Department

Creates opportunities for economic, social, educational and cultural development through joint work with third countries.

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What space for the health of women with a migrant background?

Between June and July 2026, CESIE and Centro Penc organised three days of meetings aimed at social workers, health professionals, linguistic-cultural mediators, and professionals working in third-sector organisations, to discuss issues related to health and wellbeing, share practices, experiences, and working tools, and reflect on how to improve access to services and care pathways for women with a migrant background, with particular attention to health protection, the prevention of gender-based violence, and the building of effective territorial networks.

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DIGI-FRAME – Call for “external evaluator”

CESIE ETS is looking for an “external evaluator” for the DIGI-FRAME project.

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Protecting people at risk of human trafficking in Europe’s changing migration landscape

As we marked the International Day against Trafficking in Persons a few days ago, we question whether Europe’s new phase of migration governance, focused on strengthening border control and preventing irregular arrivals, contributes to ensuring that people at risk of exploitation are recognised and protected.

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Ciao Dario

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Dario, for everything we have shared together.

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AMIÉ: Outcome of the first evaluation phase for the selection of a professional expert in digital educational platform development

The first selection phase for the role of professional expert in digital educational platform development for the AMIÉ project has concluded.

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European Cooperation

What space for the health of women with a migrant background?

What space for the health of women with a migrant background?

Sep 16, 2026 | ,

Between June and July 2026, CESIE and Centro Penc organised three days of meetings aimed at social workers, health professionals, linguistic-cultural mediators, and professionals working in third-sector organisations, to discuss issues related to health and wellbeing, share practices, experiences, and working tools, and reflect on how to improve access to services and care pathways for women with a migrant background, with particular attention to health protection, the prevention of gender-based violence, and the building of effective territorial networks.

Ciao Dario

Ciao Dario

Jul 30, 2026 |

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Dario, for everything we have shared together.

Labour Inclusion: The Value of Institutional Exchange

Labour Inclusion: The Value of Institutional Exchange

Jul 21, 2026 | , , ,

The institutional exchange between Italy and Poland, organised as part of the IMMERSED mutual learning activities, brought together public employment services committed to promoting the social and labour market inclusion of people with a migrant background. It provided an opportunity to exchange views and share practices, tools and strategies aimed at strengthening cooperation between European institutions.

From education to rights: a shared journey to prevent gender-based violence among adolescents and young people

From education to rights: a shared journey to prevent gender-based violence among adolescents and young people

Jul 17, 2026 | ,

How can we develop effective policies to prevent gender-based violence (GBV), starting from an understanding of the needs of local communities? This is the question behind the first Technical Roundtable organised within the framework of the Bottom-Up Talks project, marking the beginning of a process of dialogue through which institutions, schools, services and third-sector organisations will work together to develop shared recommendations for the city of Palermo.

vaccini

coOPERATOR: a digital observatory to boost confidence in vaccines across Europe

Jul 17, 2026 | , ,

coOPERATOR helps to boost confidence in vaccination across Europe through a digital observatory that gathers information on needs, experiences and best practices from various countries. Through a participatory approach and the use of behavioural models, it supports the development of more effective communication strategies, based on scientific evidence and tailored to the needs of citizens and healthcare professionals.