When little Bence first walked through the school gates, he didn’t yet know he was entering a very special place. The new learning tools, colorful classrooms, kind teachers, and dedicated professionals using innovative methods were all there for one purpose — to help him, and children like him with severe and multiple disabilities, live better, fuller lives. His mother used to feel alone in their struggles, but now they’ve found a real community — a...
Back in mid-September, we shared updates on several projects supported by the Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme Plus. By October, new Pillar developments have come into focus — and not just any projects, but ones that make a significant contribution to achieving the programme’s strategic objectives. At the Nyíregyháza School District Centre, renovation works worth of HUF 2.5 billion are set to begin, modernising educational institutions across 19 municipalities — including schools in Balkány,...
Detki is the largest Hungarian-owned biscuit and confectionery manufacturer, with products found in almost every household in the country. The company has been active on the market for more than 40 years and recently, with the help of EU funding, introduced major technological upgrades to boost production. By continuously improving, Detki has strengthened its position in Hungary and, with more efficient production, is delivering even more treats to families nationwide. The story of Detki Biscuits...
One of the greatest challenges of modern healthcare is preventing hospital-acquired infections and curbing antibiotic resistance. In response, the Péterfy Sándor Street Hospital, Outpatient Clinic and Traumatology Center has implemented a major development project with support from the European Union. The initiative aimed primarily at modernizing hygiene conditions and improving the overall quality of patient care. As one of Budapest’s key healthcare institutions, the Péterfy Hospital provides care for thousands of patients every day. Beyond...
In the spring of 2010, the Baranya Canal overflowed its banks. For days, water dominated the landscape in and around Magyarszék — yards, basements, and gardens disappeared under sudden torrential rains, while residents could only watch helplessly as the flood slowly engulfed everything. Few imagined back then that in the following decade, such flash floods would become an increasingly frequent reality. With climate change intensifying extreme weather, the question today is no longer if another...
For the 29th consecutive year, the traditional autumn Job Fair organized by The District Office of Kecskemét’s Employment Department has helped job seekers and employers connect with one another. On Friday, September 26, the venue was buzzing with activity as job seekers, students, recent graduates, and experienced professionals all came to explore new career opportunities. The event was held as part of the GINOP_Plus-3.1.1-23 “Expanding and Developing the Labour Supply” program, co-financed by the European...
More and more administrative tasks can now be handled either in person at government offices or online from home. The range of e-government services has expanded, and some are even available through mobile apps. A consortium led by the Zala County Government Office launched an EU-funded project to make it easier for citizens to complete their administrative tasks in one place, ideally in a single step. The project introduced modern e-government solutions that have reduced...
In Hungary, cancer and cardiovascular diseases unfortunately remain widespread public health issues. Cancer claims the lives of more than 30,000 people every year, while cardiovascular conditions are responsible for nearly half of all deaths. Thanks to an EU-funded project, doctors and patients at the Jósa András Teaching Hospital in Nyíregyháza now have access to cutting-edge medical technology. Founded in 1899, the Jósa András Teaching Hospital has been providing healthcare services to the residents of Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg...
The National Development Centre (NFK) was proud to take part in the 2025 Villány Red Wine Festival, where good cheer went hand in hand with raising awareness through engaging communication. The event provided an excellent opportunity to showcase — in an accessible and interactive way — the social impact of Hungary’s development policy and of projects supported by the European Union. Special attention was given to the Széchenyi Plan Plus and the Együtt fejlődünk (We...
There are only a handful of Hungarian brands whose names are instantly associated worldwide with quality, artistry, and tradition. Zsolnay Porcelain Manufactory is one of them, representing the values of Hungarian industry and culture for more than 150 years. Its most ambitious and spectacular achievement to date was the creation of the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter. Later, the company embarked on another major development: a comprehensive program of energy modernization. The Zsolnay story began in 1853,...
