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ASPECTS TO CONSIDER IN THE IMPLEMENTATION PHASE
The elements which, based on the outcomes of the analysis and the lessons
learnt in the 2007-2013 programming period, would deserve particular attention
in the implementation phase of the 2014-2020 programming period include:
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The
importance of
using the whole potential offered by the different
ESI Funds, going beyond the European Social Fund
, in order to achieve
progress. In this regard, the following measures are deemed necessary:
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Ensuring the effective implementation of the actions foreseen under
the different funds, paying particular attention to the use of new/less
common funds for Roma inclusion (ERDF, EAFRD or others).
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Making sure that Roma benefit from different funds, even if they are
not featured explicitly.
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The
practical implementation of the combined use of the funds
(within
the same OP or between OPs)
following an integrated approach.
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The
alignment and complementarity between the different OPs/
funds
, which should be ensured, even in those national contexts where
combination of funds is not foreseen.
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The
potential of the
Youth Employment Initiative
. The Youth Guarantee,
in particular through the Youth Employment Initiative, could play a
crucial role in supporting the employment of the Roma, a population
significantly younger than the overall population and experiencing higher
unemployment rates than the rest of society. However, as experience has
shown, if specific measures are not adopted to take into account the
profiles and needs of the groups furthest from the labour market such as
Roma (e.g. limited educational and employment background to comply
with the procedures established and to have access to the labour market)
and to effectively reach them, this opportunity will be missed.