France: the nine winners of our 2021 call for partners
Giving impetus to young people is a priority for TotalEnergies Foundation. This year, nine new associations have been selected by two juries, one national and one from southwest France, to join our other 40 partners committed to youth education and inclusion. These nine winners will be awarded three years of support to implement their projects, and will receive €1.4 million in financial assistance.
Association SynLab supports school teachers and principals. The Voies d’avenir project helps pupils at vocational high schools unleash their full potential and quickly find success.
Lacq Odyssée makes its scientific and technological knowledge accessible to schools and the wider community. Its science center in Pau helps young people develop their critical thinking skills to form a more enlightened society.
MJC Berlioz is an association based in the heart of the Hameau district in Pau. Its APRIORI.TV project is a channel run by young people who develop their abilities and critical thinking skills through their involvement.
Parrains Par Mille offers marginalized young people the opportunity to meet with a volunteer in their area to help them see the world from a different perspective, gain confidence and prepare for the future.
Pistes-Solidaires in southwest France promotes European cooperation and encourages international volunteering experiences by and for young people in educational and socio-cultural spheres.
R2E aims to bring schools and businesses closer together. It organizes teacher training and competitions to develop pupils’ skills and help them step into the world of work.
Simplon Foundation promotes inclusive and eco-friendly digital solidarity.
The Hack’teur certification course gives young people without jobs or training an insight into the digital sector, while helping them build their career path.
Wake up Café supports young people who have been released from prison to help them fully re-enter society and not re-offend. The aim is to achieve their complete rehabilitation through tailor-made inside-out assistance and a supportive community.