# Montenegro social and scientific development initiatives > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/montenegro-social-and-scientific-development-initiatives > Updated: 2026-10-30T20:15:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Montenegro has undertaken several initiatives aimed at enhancing research capacity and social inclusivity. The Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation conducted a three day training session in Podgorica to improve the ability of local researchers and companies to prepare project proposals for the Horizon Europe program. This training covered essential elements such as budgeting, risk mitigation, and the use of AI tools in proposal development. In the social sector, Podgorica announced plans to establish the country’s first employment center for persons with disabilities. Funded by the European Fund for Social Policy Development, the two year project will focus on mapping needs and identifying job opportunities to help individuals enter the labor market. Additionally, the University of Montenegro has launched the Office for Support to Persons with Disabilities through the HAWKING project, supported by Erasmus+, to reduce physical and digital barriers for students transitioning to higher education. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-30: Podgorica to establish Montenegro's first employment center for persons with disabilities Podgorica will open Montenegro's first employment center for persons with disabilities via a European fund grant, while the University of Montenegro enhances inclusivity through the HAWKING project. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/podgorica-to-establish-montenegros-first-employment-center-for-persons-with-disabilities ### 2026-10-09: Montenegro holds Horizon Europe project proposal training Montenegro's Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation held a three-day training in Podgorica to help researchers and organizations prepare project proposals for the Horizon Europe program. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-holds-horizon-europe-project-proposal-training --- Cite as: Montenegro social and scientific development initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/montenegro-social-and-scientific-development-initiatives