Fundació Sant Joan de Déu

Social Innova is the social innovation programme of Fundació Sant Joan de Déu (FSJD), a private non-profit research organization founded in 2002. Its mission is to contribute to the improvement of the health and wellbeing of people by fostering, supporting and managing the research and innovation activities of its affiliated centers.

FSJD has a solid experience in management of coordinated EC-funded projects with currently 11 coordinations (three H2020 and five Horizon Europe including 2 ERC, 1 EIT Health, 1 DG Justice). FSJD also participates in 36 active EC-funded projects (including H2020, Horizon Europe, EIT Health, ERAMUS+, EU4HEALTH, EJP, DG employment, social right and inclusion , EDHEN, AMIF- PJG, CERV) and 5 other International projects.

Our centers are deeply committed to advancing the EU’s goals of fair, green, and digital transitions within the social and employment sectors, aligning seamlessly with the European Pillar of Social Rights:

1. SJD BCN SS (Barcelona Social Services): Provides essential services to enhance employability and social integration for the homeless, migrants, and socially excluded individuals.

2. SJD Terres de Lleida: Integrates health care with social services, focusing on mental health, support for the elderly, unaccompanied migrant children, and people with disabilities, enhancing community well-being.

3. Fundació Germà Benito Menni (FGBM): Specializes in employment and social integration for people with intellectual disabilities, promoting environmental sustainability in job training.

4. Jesús Abandonado: Offers comprehensive shelter, healthcare, and reintegration programs, focusing on employment training for the homeless.

5. SJD Valencia: Provides a broad range of services from pediatric to mental health care, supporting vulnerable populations with compassionate care.

6. Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu (PSSJD): Offers integrated health and social care with a strong focus on mental health and community health programs.

7. Bayt al-Thaqafa: Supports the integration of immigrants, particularly through digital skills training and preparation for green jobs.

8. SJD Zaragoza: Enhances social well-being through disability support, mental health care, and elderly services, fostering community engagement.

9. SJD Palma de Mallorca: Focuses on specialized social services that enhance the quality of life and social integration for those with disabilities and mental health issues.

10. SJD Solidaritat-Obra Social: Implements social projects that address the needs of the poor, homeless, and migrants, promoting social justice and raising awareness on social issues affecting vulnerable collectives.

11. Fundació Germà Tomàs Canet: Dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities through social inclusion and educational resources, as well as providing housing and support for refugees and asylum seekers.

12. Fundación Juan Ciudad: Supports vulnerable populations with healthcare, social services, and advocacy, focusing on improving access to healthcare and social inclusion – as well as international development cooperation.

13. SJD Fundació d'Atenció a la Dependència (FAD): Provides comprehensive care for individuals with dependency needs, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and independence.

Our network not only delivers essential services but also generates valuable insights and data that could profoundly impact the European Commission’s policy-making efforts, especially in the fields of socio-economic analysis, fair transitions, and workforce integration.

We are enthusiastic about the potential for collaboration and are eager to explore how we can align our initiatives with funding opportunities to maximize the impact of our joint efforts in promoting social inclusion and employment across Europe.

We look forward to the opportunity of working together to drive significant change and enhance socio-economic inclusion throughout the EU!