ProjectsAccomplished Projects
„Birštonas parish Caritas capacity building towards improving the delivery of social services for groups at risk, and preparing for new socio-cultural services“
The project was funded by the European Economical Area and Norwegian Financial Mechanism for the grant scheme „Strengthening of NGOs in Lithuania“ and the Republic of Lithuania.
In order to strengthen the voluntary concept, location and value for Birštonas community, the association implemented the project „Birštonas parish Caritas capacity building towards improving the delivery of social services for groups at risk, and preparing for new socio-cultural services“. The project aim was to strengthen the administrative capacity of Birštonas parish Caritas in order to deal more effectively with the regional social problems (poverty due to low income, inability to meet basic needs (eating, dressing up, maintaining a dwelling)), and to reduce social exclusion. During the project, the association sought to improve its image. Birštonas parish Caritas logo, invitations and ad layouts were designed, the website www.birstonocaritas.lt was created, and a presentation was prepared. The project implemented by attracting and motivating volunteer programs and socio-cultural services delivery concept. Members of the organization gained knowledge and skills in trainings and seminars which guarantee success for effective administration. During the project, staff cooperated and consulted with Lithuanian and foreign experts working in this field. The implementation of the above-mentioned project activities Birštonas parish Caritas will more effectively develop the delivery of social services and provide new qualified socio-cultural activities. |