helping-Women in Portugal

There are several funding sources in Portugal aimed at helping women develop job skills:

1. Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP): This plan includes significant investments to support digital transformation and skill development. It offers grants and loans for vocational education, training, and lifelong learning programs
   
2. Digital Academy (Academia Portugal Digital): This project provides tailored digital skills training to the Portuguese workforce, including women. It aims to improve competitiveness and create new employment opportunities
   
3. Horizon Europe and Erasmus+: These EU programs offer funding for various educational and training initiatives, including those focused on enhancing job skills for women
   
4. European Social Fund (ESF): The ESF supports projects that promote employment, social inclusion, and education. It often funds initiatives aimed at improving job skills for women
   
5. EEA Grants: These grants support various projects, including those that enhance job skills and promote gender equality
   
6. Technovation Girls Portugal: This initiative specifically targets young women, encouraging them to develop skills in technology and entrepreneurship
   

These programs and initiatives provide a range of opportunities for women in Portugal to enhance their job skills and improve their career prospects. 

Here's how you can apply for each of the mentioned funding sources in Portugal:

1. Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP):
   
   • Visit the official RRP page to learn about the specific projects and application procedures.
   • Applications are typically submitted through the Funds Counter (Balcão dos Fundos), where you can register and submit your project proposals[1][2].
2. Digital Academy (Academia Portugal Digital):
   
   • Access the Portugal Digital Academy platform to browse available courses and training programs.
   • You can sign up for notifications and updates directly on their website[3].
3. Horizon Europe and Erasmus+:
   
   • For Horizon Europe, visit the European Commission's Horizon Europe page to find calls for proposals and application guidelines[4].
   • For Erasmus+, check the Erasmus+ application guide for detailed steps on how to apply[5].
4. European Social Fund (ESF):
   
   • Visit the ESF+ Portugal page to understand the funding priorities and find contact details for the Managing Authority[6].
   • Applications are typically submitted through national or regional ESF+ portals[7].
5. EEA Grants:
   
   • Check the EEA Grants Portugal page for information on available programs and calls for proposals[8].
   • Follow the application guidelines provided on their website[9].
6. Technovation Girls Portugal:
   
   • Visit the Technovation Girls Portugal page for details on the program and how to participate[10].
   • Follow the submission guidelines to register your team and submit your project[11].

References
[1] Portugal’s recovery and resilience plan - European Commission
[2] Frequently Asked Questions - pt2030.org
[3] Portugal Digital Academy
[4] Horizon Europe - How to apply - European Commission
[5] How to apply - Erasmus+
[6] The ESF+ in Portugal | European Social Fund Plus
[7] How to access funding from the ESF+ | European Social Fund Plus
[8] EEA Grants Portugal
[9] Apply for funding - EEA Grants
[10] Technovation Girls - Portugal | Digital Skills and Jobs Platform
[11] Submission Guidelines - Technovation Girls

https://digital-skills-jobs.europa.eu/en/latest/briefs/available-funding-portugal

https://digital-skills-jobs.europa.eu/en/inspiration/good-practices/technovation-girls-portugal