Refugee Restart launches an open call for candidates and mentors as part of the European project Roots2Routes. An opportunity to turn a migration background into economic and social value for the local area.

In the current economic landscape, inclusion is a driver of sustainable innovation. With this vision, Refugee Restart, in collaboration with Triple and Rural Bridge, announces the launch of Roots2Routes, an ambitious Erasmus Plus program dedicated to those who want to do business beyond barriers.

A concrete response to the needs of the ecosystem

Roots2Routes is a 5-month incubation program, completely free and multilingual, designed for women and people with a migrant background. The goal is twofold: to break down structural barriers to self-employment and to promote the regeneration of rural areas, territories rich in potential but often on the margins of traditional investment flows.

The pathway offers:

• Cutting-edge training: Access to digital incubation tools based on Artificial Intelligence.

• Practical skills: Masterclasses with industry professionals.

• Tailor-made mentoring: Individual guidance to validate the business model.

The call

To generate a real and systemic impact, Roots2Routes seeks the active collaboration of organizations in the Social Innovation ecosystem. The invitation is extended to anyone who wishes to contribute to spreading the initiative in two directions:

• Talent scouting: Reporting aspiring entrepreneurs who have a business idea or an early-stage startup to be developed in rural contexts.

• Search for mentors: Involving managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals willing to share their know-how to guide projects towards economic sustainability.

How to participate

The call for candidates and mentors is open until May 15th. All interested organizations are invited to activate their channels (newsletters, social media, information desks) so that this opportunity reaches those who can turn it into value for the community.

Roots2Routes is a bridge between individual talent and territorial development. We believe that migrant entrepreneurship is a fundamental lever for the 2030 Agenda and for the resilience of our rural areas.

For more information, visit the official website.

To apply: https://forms.gle/6TPryMftKmGF8nk36

To book an Info Session, contact us: info@refugeerestart.com

Together, we can turn the roots of the past into the routes of the future.