Vladimir Stojkov and Gojko Ljepoja from Sremski Karlovci were supported in the last cycle of distribution of startup grants intended for economic empowerment of beginners within the EHO project "Improvement of the socio-economic situation of the marginalized in Vojvodina through education and economic empowerment".

Vladimir has completed training for welders and the obtained welding machine will enable him to gain experience as well as provide additional funds to support a family of nine.

Gojko has experience in work, but so far he has rented equipment for cutting wood, which has reduced his earnings. With the obtained professional chainsaw, he will be able to earn more and contribute to the economic empowerment of the family.

The customer support package includes training on creating a business plan, procurement of equipment and tools for the best business ideas and mentoring and support.
The project is implemented with support of the Brot für die Welt and Diakonie Württemberg/Hoffnung für Osteuropa in Germany.