InGoodShape

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The project supports the European Care Strategy by showcasing good practices related to the social services workforce. It aims to improve working conditions by addressing physical and mental health risks such as Musculoskeletal Disorders and Psychosocial Risks, while also strengthening the capacity for social dialogue.

 

FUNDING: European Commission, DG EMPL

DURATION:  April 2025 – March 2027

THE CONSORTIUM

  • UNIPSO (coordinator)
  • AGENZIJA SAPPORT
  • AGV AWO
  • APSS CR
  • COPAS
  • ELISFA
  • EPSU
  • FONSS
  • LARES
  • LCEDUCATIONAL
  • NEXEM
  • SERVICE MENSCH
  • SOCIAL EMPLOYERS
  • THE NET
  • TUKENA
  • WRZOS

OBJECTIVES

  • Monitor the implementation of the European Care Strategy, showcasing promising national initiatives for the social services workforce.

  • Tackle key challenges in working conditions, focusing on musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and psychosocial risks (PSR).

  • Strengthen the capacity of social services employers and promote effective social dialogue.

DELIVERABLES

  • Report on Care Strategy implementation, focus on workforce 
  • Recommendations on the further implementation of the Care Strategy 
  • Report on state of play MSD prevention & guidelines 
  • Report on state of play PSR prevention & guidelines 
  • National seminars in CY, GR, PL and RO 
  • Updated “Guide on how to create and manage effective employers organisations in social services” from IWorCon 
  • Study visits to employers’ organisations in Luxembourg, Germany and Finland

 

CONTACT

For more information please contact:

Alina Pavicevac

alina.pavicevac@socialemployers.eu