The town of Almuñécar has been chosen to host the thirtieth edition of the Summer School of Social Services. This event, organized by the Provincial Council of Granada, has established itself as a fundamental meeting point for training and exchanging experiences in the field of social welfare and care for the most vulnerable individuals.

The inauguration was attended by the Deputy of Social Welfare and Family, Elena Duque, who highlighted the importance of these 30 years of shared commitment. She was accompanied by key figures such as the Secretary General for Social Inclusion of the Regional Government of Andalusia, Ana Vanesa García; the territorial delegate for Social Inclusion in Granada, Matilde Ortiz; the mayor of Almuñécar, Juan José Ruiz Joya; the president of the Mancomunidad de Municipios de la Costa Tropical, Rafael Caballero; and the Councilor for Social Services, María del Carmen Reinoso.

Duque emphasized that the school represents a space for social transformation, justice, and dignity, thanking the work of professionals dedicated to ensuring "no one is left behind." She underscored the need for continuous training to advance and the importance of these meetings to build more effective and humane responses, addressing challenges such as loneliness, aging, and mental health.

For her part, Matilde Ortiz, territorial delegate for Social Inclusion, highlighted the Regional Government of Andalusia's commitment to cooperation between administrations and social entities. She stressed the importance of a shared vision and the contribution of resources to guarantee effective responses for the most vulnerable, calling the collaboration between the Regional Government, the Provincial Council, and the town councils a "fundamental axis" for social cohesion.

The mayor of Almuñécar, Juan José Ruiz Joya, valued the experience and work of community social services professionals, reaffirming the council's support for this key sector in citizen care. He emphasized the town's commitment to continuing to host these meetings to strengthen social care through proximity and institutional cooperation.

The sessions are structured into two main blocks, one theoretical and one practical, addressing the role of the third sector, social services management, relevant regulations, the new management model for individuals with legal capacity disabilities, and the social exclusion assessment scale. Wednesday's session will focus on policies for children, adolescents, and families, including topics such as vicarious violence and emotional education for adolescents in conflict.

In addition to the training content, the event promotes the exchange of professional experiences, the promotion of good practices, and the strengthening of professional relationships. Activities for the well-being and self-care of professionals are also included, such as stress management workshops and 'networking' opportunities.