Solidarity4All launched in Lisbon

The launch of the «Solidarity4All: Belonging and Active Citizenship for Inclusive European Solidarity» project took place on November 19-22, 2024, in Lisbon, with the participation of financial and non-financial partners. This two-year initiative began on September 1, 2024, and will run until August 2026, involving five countries: Portugal (AKF), Sweden (Fryshuset Foundation), Denmark (THE WHY Foundation), Greece (Aristotle University), and France (European Institute for International Law and International Relations).

«Solidarity4All» aims to strengthen the participation of underrepresented communities in democratic and civic life while creating more inclusive solidarity ecosystems. During the first three days of the event, activities took place at the Ismaili Centre, where each partner presented their working methodologies and led workshops on participatory methodologies, youth engagement, dialogue for peace, advocacy strategies, and political influence—key elements for community innovation. The program also included strategies for creating a human rights documentary, featuring experts from the partner institutions.

On November 22, an open event for financial and non-financial partners was held at the Casa da Cultura in Sacavém. Representatives from civil society and local authorities discussed the participation and solidarity of underrepresented communities. The event featured discussions on project milestones, fostering dialogue on inclusion and social cohesion in Portuguese and European communities.

From Portugal, the Municipality of Fundão, Municipality of Loures, and AIMA participated, along with several local associations from Loures. The event also welcomed representatives from the Citizens Crossroads association (Greece) and two Swedish cities (Arvika and Hennisse).

This four-day event marked the beginning of a journey to influence public policies at local, national, and European levels, promoting a more united and inclusive Europe.