High-level conference: Empowering journeys: local innovations, national systems and European collaboration – Breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty

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Topics

Social protection Social inclusion Labour market participation Disability and chronic disease

When?

Thursday, 19 November 2026

Where?

Galway, Ireland

Event type

In-person

Organised by

Department of Social Protection/Department of Rural, Community Development and the Gaeltacht

This high-level conference explores how EU policies, funding, innovation and collaboration can help break the cycle of intergenerational poverty, drawing on experiences and solutions from Ireland and across the EU Member States.

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The conferenceopens in new tab explores how EU policies, funding, innovation and collaboration can help break the cycle of intergenerational poverty, drawing on experiences and solutions from Ireland and across Europe.

It also explores the barriers faced by people with disabilities and others outside the labour market, showcasing solutions being implemented in Ireland and other Member States.

Eurofound takes part in a panel session highlighting its research on inclusive growth, and in tackling inequalities.