Verein Blickpunkt Identität has specialized in developing methods and tools for integrating disadvantaged persons into the work life. Based upon the principles of self-directed learning experience which formed the didactic basis for the “LOT Haus” in the Austrian EQUAL partnership, the non-profit association has launched various successful courses for long-term unemployed people that have been implemented in Lower Austria. The non-profit organisation has 17 staff. The range of services of Verein Blickpunkt Identität also covers individual coaching and counselling, especially for disadvantaged and low-level educated learners. In December 2012 Verein Blickpunkt Identität received the LLL Award in the category products for the Leonardo da Vinci Transfer of Innovation project “Stop Dropout” from the National Agency in Austria. Verein Blickpunkt Identität has specialized in the field of prevention of young persons who are at risk of falling out of the educational system.