Socio-Economic Empowerment

ASB is committed to enhancing socio-economic stability across the region, supporting sustainable livelihoods and community-driven growth.

Through education, vocational-educational trainings, job creation programs and distribution of grants for self-employment, ASB helps individuals and families achieve economic independence and resilience, contributing to stronger, self-sufficient communities.

Projects:

Country:

Serbia

Area of work:

Socio-Economic Empowerment

Donor(s):

Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), local municipalities in Serbia, ASB

Project duration:

2019-2021 (phase I) and 2022-2025 (phase II)

Budget:

3.448.487,01 EUR

Direct beneficiaries:

Returnees from the EU countries and local vulnerable population in central and southern Serbia

Status:

Implemented

IRIS
The IRIS Network, a cornerstone of this mission, connects over 230 civil society organizations across the region to advocate for equitable access to high-quality social services. By empowering local CSOs through training, funding, and advocacy, the network has established itself as a leading voice for social policy development and community service enhancement.