On November 21, 2025, the Sofia Development Association (SDA) and Young Talents 50+ proudly celebrated the successful completion of their training program within the Synclusive project. Over 100 participants have now enhanced their digital and professional skills, positioning themselves to find better opportunities in the labor market.

The program, which began in November 2024, offered a series of free courses focused on personal skills, motivation, and green and digital skills. These courses were designed for job seekers or career changers, particularly women and men over 50. The goal was to improve their professional capabilities in areas such as communication, job search strategies, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity (including data protection and working with public digital services), and more.

In addition to the training sessions, the program included meetings with employers to further support participants in their job search efforts. We are pleased to share that several participants have already secured new positions as a result of the program.

This initiative is part of SDA and SofiaLab's ongoing efforts to enhance employment opportunities for people over 50 in Sofia, with a special focus on women. This demographic faces a range of challenges in the labor market, including discrimination based on age and gender, as well as a lack of targeted programs to improve qualifications and retention in the workplace. There is a growing need for personalized, affordable, and flexible training and support programs for individuals over 50.

We are inspired by the enthusiasm and willingness to learn demonstrated by our participants. Their stories motivate us to continue developing successful learning formats and building communities of like-minded individuals. We will also be meeting with employers and labor policy experts to share insights from the program and explore new initiatives.

Stay connected with the SDA page for updates on the project, as well as access to research, analyses, and best practices from international project partners on the inclusion of vulnerable groups in the labor market.

For more information about Synclusive and its upcoming activities, visit https://synclusiveproject.eu and follow us on LinkedIn and X.