Event brings RSA beneficiaries together

The eighth edition of "Réussir sans attendre" in the North brought together 11,700 beneficiaries of the active solidarity income (RSA) between October 5 and 9, 2026. The event aimed to connect them with employment and training opportunities through various activities and partnerships.

Local authority releases employment week report

The Department of the North published a report on October 23 detailing its week of employment support. According to the report, 771 meetings were organized with 806 partners, including 597 companies, to assist RSA beneficiaries in finding work or training programs.

Event structure and focus

The main activities during the event included job presentations, meetings with recruiters, visits to workplaces, and information sessions. These were designed to help participants understand available opportunities and take steps toward employment or training.

Growth in events and partners

Compared to the 2025 edition, which had 457 actions and nearly 13,000 participants, the 2026 event saw an increase in the number of meetings and partners. However, the number of participants was slightly lower than the previous year’s total.

Event format supports various employment needs

The event format is tailored to meet different needs, such as helping participants apply for jobs or enroll in training programs. Teams from the Department and France Travail prepare RSA beneficiaries before the event and continue to support them afterward.

Outcomes not yet fully measured

The 2026 report includes data on participants, events, and partners but does not yet provide figures on hires or training enrollments. In 2025, the Department reported 2,393 returns to employment and 816 training enrollments, showing that participation alone does not guarantee employment.

Support continues beyond the event week

The support for RSA beneficiaries continues throughout the year, with new beneficiaries directed to a Nord Employment House after a request to the CAF. The Department aims to contact new beneficiaries within fifteen days and assign a reference person to help them create a personalized path to employment or training.

Additional support available

The Department’s Activ'emploi program may provide financial assistance for professional travel, child care, or equipment purchases if these expenses hinder a return to work. The availability of such support depends on individual circumstances and program conditions.

Contact information for job seekers

Residents of Lille, Roubaix, Tourcoing, or other communes in the North can contact the RSA reference or a France Travail advisor for assistance. A practical guide from the Department provides the phone number 03 59 73 73 59 for RSA-related questions, and France Travail can be reached at 3949.