Portugal

In partnership with EPIS 

In Portugal, the vulnerability of families with young children remains a structural concern, reflecting persistent economic and social inequalities. The most recent data shows that, despite some progress, many of these families face conditions that jeopardize their well-being and the development of their children.

It is in this context that initiatives such as The Human Safety Net become essential to reduce inequalities and create conditions for a fairer start in life for all children. Believing that child development and parenting skills are pillars for breaking cycles of poverty and exclusion, THSN supports initiatives that promote more positive family environments and stronger educational trajectories.

The Human Safety Net Portugal collaborates with organizations working on the ground with at-risk families and children, funding and promoting transformative programs:

EPIS – Success 2040 Preschool Program/ Promoting development from Kindergarten In the municipality of Oeiras, THSN supports the Success 2040 Preschool project, promoted by the EPIS Association (Entrepreneurs for Social Inclusion). This program works with preschool children, aiming to combat school failure from the earliest stages.

The intervention focuses on neuro-cognitive development, essential in early childhood, working on skills such as attention, memory, language and self-regulation, key factors for success throughout schooling, thus contributing to reducing educational inequalities, strengthening family ties and creating a solid foundation for the school journey of children in vulnerable contexts. In parallel, the project involves families, offering tools and support so that they can support their children's learning more effectively and regularly.