RedQuad

REDQUAD SRL

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Descriere proiect – REDQUAD SRL

Protecting the Right to Social Dignity

Project co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) through the Social Inclusion and Dignity Programme

  • Priority: P3. Protecting the Right to Social Dignity
  • Call Title: Support for the Establishment of Social Enterprises in Rural Areas – Less Developed Regions, as well as through the Promotion of Self-Employment and the Social Economy (ESF+)
  • Project Title: Development of Social Entrepreneurship in Rural Areas of the Centre and North-West Regions – Employment Opportunities for Vulnerable People
  • Call Code: PIDS/83/PIDS_P3/OP4/ESO4.1/PIDS_A12
  • Financing Contract No.: 4439/19.07.2024
  • Project Code: 312487

General Objective

The general objective of the project is to strengthen economic and social cohesion in the Centre and North-West regions of Romania, with the aim of combating poverty and promoting the socio-economic integration of people belonging to vulnerable groups by stimulating the development of the social economy in rural areas.

The project partnership consists of:

  • ABEONA SRL, Brașov (Lead Partner)
  • Covasna Association of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (Partner)

The project is implemented by REDQUAD SRL in the locality of Lueta, Harghita County, as part of the project “Development of Social Entrepreneurship in Rural Areas of the Centre and North-West Regions – Employment Opportunities for Vulnerable People”.

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), under the Social Inclusion and Dignity Programme, with the objective of supporting the development of the social economy and creating employment opportunities for people belonging to vulnerable groups in rural areas.

  • Beneficiary: REDQUAD SRL
  • Project Title: ESTABLISHMENT OF A VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE WITHIN REDQUAD SRL
  • MySMIS Project Code: 312487

Purpose of the Project

The project aims to develop social entrepreneurship in rural areas and create employment opportunities for vulnerable people through the establishment and development of a social enterprise providing vocational training programmes. Through the implementation of the project, the aim is to improve access to vocational education and facilitate the integration into the labour market of people from rural communities with limited access to qualifications and economic opportunities.

Project Objectives

The main objectives of the project are:

  • establishing and developing a social enterprise that provides vocational training services;
  • increasing the qualification levels of people living in rural areas, particularly those belonging to vulnerable groups;
  • creating jobs for people living in rural areas, including disadvantaged individuals;
  • supporting socio-professional integration and reducing the risk of social exclusion;
  • developing the entrepreneurial and professional skills of participants.

Main Project Activities

The following main activities are carried out within the project:

  • establishing and operationalising the social enterprise;
  • preparing and equipping the premises required for carrying out the activities;
  • organising vocational training programmes;
  • recruiting and training people belonging to vulnerable groups;
  • developing partnerships with employers to facilitate employment opportunities for graduates;
  • organising information and promotional activities.

Expected Results

The implementation of the project aims to achieve the following results:

  • establishment and operation of a sustainable social enterprise;
  • creation of at least 4 jobs, of which 2 are intended for vulnerable people from rural areas;
  • provision of vocational training for people from rural communities;
  • improvement of employment opportunities for project beneficiaries;
  • contribution to the economic and social development of the local community.

Project Value

The project is financed through the Social Inclusion and Dignity Programme, with co-financing from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+). The total grant awarded under this Grant Agreement amounts to RON 307,000.00.

Implementation Period

The project is carried out over the period established in the Financing Contract, including the implementation phase and the sustainability period. The intended use of assets purchased through de minimis aid must be maintained for at least 3 years following the completion of the implementation period of the project associated with Financing Contract ID 312487. The archiving and retention of documents are mandatory in accordance with applicable legislation.

  • The implementation start date of the Financing Contract is 01.08.2025.
  • The implementation period is 18 months from the start date of the contract implementation.
  • The sustainability period is 13 months from the completion of the implementation period.