SolidarityNet: A digital ecosystem for migrant inclusion and psychological first aid

SolidarityNet is a capacity-building project under the Erasmus+ programme that contributes directly to the priorities of Inclusion and Diversity and Digital Transformation. The project aims to strengthen the competences of youth workers working with migrant communities, addressing the social isolation, vulnerability, and mental health challenges experienced by migrants, particularly those affected by conflict, displacement, and limited access to support services.

Migrants often face multiple barriers to inclusion, including language difficulties, limited access to reliable information, social isolation, and increased exposure to discrimination or abuse. These challenges are further exacerbated by digital gaps and the lack of accessible, trustworthy online support. Youth workers and civil society organisations play a key role in supporting migrant inclusion and wellbeing; however, they frequently lack structured methodologies, digital tools, and mental health–sensitive approaches to respond effectively to these complex needs.

SolidarityNet responds to these challenges by developing a digital ecosystem of learning, exchange, and practical resources that support youth workers in providing inclusive, safe, and psychologically informed youth work. Through online workshops, an online learning course, and a transnational mobility activity, participants will strengthen their digital competences while developing practical skills in psychological first aid, trauma-informed youth work, inclusion practices, and online engagement with migrant communities.

To extend the project’s reach and visibility, SolidarityNet will also produce a series of podcasts and an online awareness campaign. The podcasts will showcase migrant experiences, good practices, and guidance for youth workers, while the campaign will share accessible tips, resources, and key messages to promote inclusion, mental health, and safe digital engagement. These digital outputs will serve as sustainable tools for youth workers, migrants, and communities beyond the project’s duration.

A preparatory planning visit will ensure a shared understanding of project objectives, safeguarding standards, and quality assurance among partner organisations. Following the mobility, national dissemination events will be organised in each partner country to promote inclusive practices, share project results, and reach youth workers and stakeholders working with migrants at local level.

Key outputs and results of the project will include:

A practical digital guide with methodologies, digital tools, and good practices for mental health–sensitive and inclusive youth work with migrants.

Podcasts featuring migrant voices, best practices, and youth worker guidance.

An online awareness campaign to disseminate project results, promote inclusion, and raise mental health awareness.

Enhanced competences of youth workers in digital, inclusion, and psychological first aid skills.

Improved migrant inclusion, access to support, and mental wellbeing across participating communities.

By strengthening the digital and inclusion capacities of youth workers and fostering transnational cooperation, SolidarityNet contributes to reducing inequalities, improving access to support, and promoting the social inclusion and participation of migrants across Europe.