Impact Stories
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: Tackling Global Learning Crisis
Parents, caregivers and other experts know that building language is fundamental to a child's development.
Global Reach
Europe and the Middle East
Overview
Across the Europe and Middle East region, 2.85 million people under the age of 25 are out of work. For more than 30 years, United Way has partnered with communities across nine countries to help change this trajectory by helping thousands of young people complete their education and build the skills and confidence to thrive in the job market. Local United Ways are mobilizing businesses, nongovernmental organizations, and governments to expand these efforts and support young people as they prepare for and enter the workforce.
Europe and the Middle East Impact
We create opportunities for change in Europe and the Middle East.
500K
individuals supported across Europe and the Middle East
155K
youth provided with mentorship, education, and career readiness support
40K+
volunteering hours collaborating with corporate partners
Stories Across Europe and the Middle East
Impact Stories
Communities Are Boosting Mental Health in Innovative Ways
As we close out Mental Health Awareness Month, take a minute to find out what’s going on in your community all year long. The more we know, the more we can speak out for mental health services – for every person in every community.
Impact Stories
Education at the Heart of Social Change
See how we are working to lower the school dropout rate in Romania.
4.5K
children across the UK served through The Reading Oasis
United Way UK’s Reading Oasis installs libraries in underserved schools and provides books for children to take home. The initiative has reached 4,500+ kids across 20+ schools. At Nightingale Primary, reading proficiency jumped from 60% to 93%, fostering lifelong literacy and opportunity.
How You Can Help
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