The Inarrêtables (“Unstoppable”) project, led by Eurasia net, aims to provide international mobility opportunities to young NEETs (“Not in Education, Employment or Training”) residing in the Bouches-du-Rhône department (Southern France) who are considered far removed from such experiences. These young people often face financial, educational, or social obstacles, and have limited access to opportunities abroad.

We strongly believe that international mobility is a powerful tool for social and professional inclusion. By participating in international volunteering projects (either short- or long-term) within the European Solidarity Corps or the French Civic Service framework, participants engage in missions of general interest abroad, in Europe or Asia. Such experiences help develop essential transversal skills (adaptability, intercultural communication, problem-solving) and strengthen self-confidence, autonomy, and future employability.
Our focus is on those coming from QPV (Quartiers Prioritaires de la Ville, “Priority Neighbourhoods” in France, a public policy designation for urban areas facing higher unemployment and social inequalities) and/or already engaged in reintegration pathways through public employment support schemes such as France Travail or Mission Locale. The project’s name “Inarrêtables” reflects our conviction that, when given the right opportunities and support, these young people can overcome barriers and unlock their potential.

The volunteering mobilities offered through this project are individual placements, meaning each participant carries out their mission independently within the host organization. Even though the project participants may meet before the mobility at diverse occasions (pre-departure training and meetings).

Target Group:  Young people not in education, employment or training

Sending Country: France

Hosting Country: India and Armenia 

Duration: Long term mobility (2- 12 months)

Challenge to Inclusion:

• Limited access to international mobility due to financial, educational, and social barriers.
• Low self-confidence and autonomy, making it harder to engage in unfamiliar environments.
• Language barriers and lack of intercultural communication skills.
• Risk of isolation during mobility due to unfamiliar cultural and social contexts.
• Logistical difficulties in coordinating support across different countries.

Solution to Inclusion

• Tailored mentoring: Monthly individual sessions before, during, and after mobility to align tasks with personal goals.
• Preparatory workshops: Focused on intercultural dialogue, conflict management, and risk awareness.
• Language support: Multilingual materials and simplified communication strategies.
• Social integration activities: Games and exercises like the Iceberg of Culture and BARNGA to foster intercultural awareness.
• Health and well-being monitoring: Regular check-ins and access to local healthcare information.
• Safe and accessible environments: Verified accommodation and workspaces.

• Individualized mobility paths: Each participant’s experience is customized to their aspirations and needs.
• Experiential learning methods: Use of non-formal education tools like debates, simulations, and intercultural games.
• LEVEL5 validation system: Structured self-assessment and mentor evaluation to recognize learning outcomes.
• Dual mentoring system: Collaboration between sending and hosting organizations for continuous support.
• Digital support tools: Use of the TRAIL app and online platforms to maintain engagement and monitoring across borders.

• Enhanced employability: Learners gain transferable skills and clearer career goals.
• Increased autonomy and confidence: Participants feel more capable of navigating professional and intercultural contexts.
• Social inclusion: Breaking isolation and fostering civic engagement.
• Scalability: The pilot sets a foundation for expanding the program to more participants in future cohorts.
• Systemic change: Demonstrates how mobility can be made accessible to marginalized youth through structured support.