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OAED: Grant program for business initiatives for the employment of young freelancers aged 18 to 29 with an emphasis on women

On Monday, May 10, 2021 at 13:00, the submission of electronic applications for funding for the new "Business Initiative Grant Program for the employment of young freelancers aged 18 to 29 with an emphasis on women" begins.

The aim of the action, lasting 12 months, is to promote the self-employment of 2,900 young unemployed through the creation of sustainable businesses, with an emphasis on women, as 60% of beneficiaries will be unemployed women. The deadline for applications is Thursday 10 June 2021 at 15:00.

The amount of support for new businesses amounts to € 14,800 and is paid in three installments as follows: 

1st installment of 4,000 euros, after the start of activity at the Tax Office
2nd installment 5,400 euros, after the end of the first half of the business
3rd installment 5,400 euros, after the end of the second half of the business

Beneficiaries of the action are the unemployed registered in its register OAED, out of education, employment or training, applying for funding, including a business plan proposal. 

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