Meeting with local organizations on Wednesday, May 27, 2026

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Notre-Dame de Pentecôte Church Center will host a community organizations forum dedicated to solidarity.

Organized with the support of Paris La Défense, this event will bring together some twenty associations active in the fields of health and support services, youth, ecological transition, solidarity, and access to employment. Over the course of two hours, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about initiatives in the area, talk with the associations, offer your help, or find support services for yourself or your loved ones. 

The Maison d’Eglise is organizing a Solidarity Forum bringing together numerous local organizations on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The day’s program:

• 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM: Forum reserved for businesses  
• 1:45 PM: Unveiling of the Solidarity Mural by artists Fifa and Maxo
• 1:45–4:00 p.m.: Forum open to the general public  

The participating local organizations will address various topics.

Precariousness and basic needs:

• Habitat et Humanisme Île-de-France assists people in need with housing to promote their independence and integration.
• La Maison de l’Amitié, which has been present in La Défense for many years, welcomes people in extremely precarious situations during the day and offers them a place to be heard and to share their experiences.

Integration and employment:

• Carton Plein supports people who are far from the job market through eco-friendly and innovative activities that promote social and professional integration.
• GRED (Paris La Défense Job Search Group) helps executives and non-executives return to work with the support of volunteers.
• Jeunes & Entreprises helps young people discover the professional world and better understand the realities of business.
• La Salle à Manger promotes professional integration through its Atelier Chantier d’Insertion (ACI). The association also offers community meals accessible to people in precarious situations. 
• Les Tokés (ESAT) is a socially responsible catering company that promotes the integration of people with disabilities through a dedicated training center.

Youth and Equal Opportunity:

• The ASD – Association du Site de La Défense supports young people who have become socially isolated, helping them find their place in society.
• Crée ton Avenir supports middle and high school students in their career choices, trains parents on ParcoursSup, and organizes group internships at numerous companies in La Défense.
• Ensemble2Générations develops intergenerational cohabitation solutions and supports caregivers in their efforts.
• La Cordée Mona Lisa offers a program of tutoring, cultural, and sports activities designed to promote equal opportunities, in partnership with the Pôle Léonard de Vinci.
• Proxité creates spaces for exchange among middle and high school students and offers young people support from volunteers with professional backgrounds.

Health, addiction, and caregiver support:

• Al-Anon supports the loved ones of people struggling with alcoholism.
• Support groups for people facing addiction. 

Ecological transition and reuse:

• Le Chaînon Manquant collects unsold food from local businesses, event organizers, and restaurants to redistribute it to partner charitable organizations.
• Espace Réparation PLD: an organization behind the creation of the Repair Café in La Défense

Through its Raison d'Etre adopted in 2021, Paris La Défense supports organizations and projects that bring the neighborhood to life in new and innovative ways.

La Maison d’Eglise hosts numerous non-denominational organizations on its premises, serving as a community hub at the heart of the neighborhood. This forum illustrates Paris La Défense’s commitment to supporting local initiatives that strengthen social bonds, equal opportunity, and community life in the area.

Residents, employees, students, or visitors to the neighborhood: this forum is open to anyone who wishes to discover the community-building initiatives that bring La Défense to life in a unique way.

Practical information:
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 1:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Maison d’Église - Notre-Dame de Pentecôte
1 Place de La Défense - 92800 Puteaux