Integration support (IBEG)

Since 2012, the Integration Support (IBEG) project has been providing targeted assistance to the long-term unemployed and families receiving citizen’s income in the Potsdam-Mittelmark district. Through personalised guidance, help with job applications and connections to potential employers, the project aims to improve employability and strengthen the participants’ overall social situation.

The project specifically supports long-term unemployed individuals and families receiving citizen’s income through the MAIA Jobcenter. Its goal is to reduce long-term unemployment and improve both employability and living conditions—particularly for children living in these households.

Individual guidance for better prospects
Our experience shows: the more intensive and personalised the support, the better the chances of successful integration. Within the framework of the project, integration advisors have sufficient time to provide individualised and flexible support on the path back into regular employment. A particular focus is also placed on continuing education, as education significantly improves opportunities in the labour market.

Since the project began, participants have received support through:

    - internships and employer connections
    - assistance with job applications
    - support with the recognition of foreign qualifications
    - accompaniment to job interviews

Participants benefit from a variety of support modules designed to enhance both employability and social wellbeing, while also strengthening family life. The project cooperates closely with family centres in the Potsdam-Mittelmark district.

Project phases at a glance

Phase 1 (2012-2015)

456 long-term unemployed individuals received intensive support from four integration advisors. 45% of participants entered regular employment.

Phase 2 (2015-2018)

99 participants were supported in Bad Belzig by two advisors. 34 individuals were successfully integrated into the labour market.

Phase 3 (2018-January 2021)

100 participants in the Werder/Havel region were supported by two advisors. 57 were successfully placed in employment or training.

Phase 4 (February 2021-July 2022)

Despite pandemic-related restrictions, 55 participants were supported, achieving a 32% integration rate.

Current phase 2022-2025

From 1 September 2022 to 31 August 2025, a total of 120 participants will be supported. The current phase focuses on:

    - integration into regular employment
    - strengthening of family support structures

Existing advisory and support networks are being expanded and supplemented with targeted assistance modules.

Funded by the European Union

The project is funded by the State of Brandenburg through resources from the European Union.

Further information on the European Social Fund:

    - ESF in Brandenburg
    - European Commission