In 2019, a unique social inclusion program was launched with the goal of giving even the poorest municipalities a fair chance to develop. The project, however, is not only about supporting those in need, but also about training professionals. The initiative covers 300 municipalities, and support work has already started in 238 of them, bringing real change to the lives of local residents. At the heart of the Emerging Settlements Program are the so-called Presence...
The development of the Kölcse wastewater treatment plant marked an important step in protecting the environment of the local community. The project aimed to modernize and expand the existing infrastructure, providing high-quality and sustainable wastewater treatment services for the residents of the settlement. As a result of the completed development, the plant is capable of treating over 2,600 population equivalent (PE), offering modern wastewater management for nearly 2,700 residents in the surrounding villages. Instead of...
With support from the European Union, the Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme Plus, the National Development Center held interactive energy-awareness workshops for upper primary school students in three locations, using augmented reality (AR) technology. The workshops, hosted in Veszprém, Tata, and Tatabánya, gave students a fun, hands-on introduction to energy efficiency and renewable energy. The goal was to encourage energy-conscious thinking among young people, highlighting their important role in building a more sustainable future....
Teaching children to care for the environment, respect nature, and protect its values is something that needs to begin at a very early age. With this in mind, the Cifra Palace Nature-Inspired Nursery has opened its doors in Sarkad. Alongside its alternative educational methods, the nursery also plays an important role in strengthening community ties. The Municipality of Sarkad began working with the Közös Pont Association back in 2015 to encourage civic participation, deepen commitment...
For tens of thousands of families, the start of the school year will be a little easier. Through the Human Resources Development Operational Program Plus, 80,000 children in need will receive free school supply kits at the beginning of the 2025/2026 school year. Coordinated by the Klebelsberg Center and funded with HUF 6.9 billion, the project ensures that students in grades 1–8 living in challenging circumstances won’t have to start the year without essential school...
Budapest St. Francis Hospital has expanded its medical team with support from the European Union under the Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme. This investment strengthens the hospital’s ability to provide uninterrupted, high-quality care and ensures that patients can access services when they need them. Like many healthcare providers, the hospital faces sector-wide challenges: early career departures, an aging workforce, and the migration of skilled professionals abroad. These factors make it harder to secure enough qualified...
Thanks to EU support, more and more people can study, develop their skills, and successfully find employment. The Youth Guarantee Plus Pillar project, implemented under the EU co-financed Economic Development and Innovation Operational Programme Plus, aims to help young people aged 15–29 who are not studying or working to gain jobs, work experience, or marketable skills. By 2027, the program will offer tailored support to around 40,000 participants, helping them spend as little time as...
The Boldog István Sándor Catholic Primary School in Mezőnyárád — maintained by the Archdiocese of Eger since 2016 — has undergone a major transformation to create a modern, inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of the 21st century. The school operates in two buildings: the original structure, built in the early 1900s, and a newer wing with a gymnasium added in 1991. Over the decades, both had deteriorated significantly. The flooring, heating system, restrooms,...
In Hungary, every household that requests it can now access an internet connection with a minimum speed of 30 Mbps. Achieving full coverage required the creation of a highly specialised IT system to support the planning and implementation of network developments. Launched in line with the European Union’s Digital Agenda, the Superfast Internet Programme (SZIP) aimed to ensure nationwide internet coverage by applying the most advanced methodological and technological solutions. For the programme to operate...
Great news for families with young children in Algyő: the Bóbita Nursery has not only become more beautiful—it’s now bigger too! With this expansion, more toddlers can benefit from modern childcare services, providing tremendous support to local parents. Like many growing communities, the town of Algyő recently faced a shortage of nursery spaces. Nearly 10% population growth—driven largely by young families either moving in with small children or planning to start a family—made the need...
