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European Commission
MIEL MILLECAMPS TEFENKGI VANYDA YOU
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T A K E T W O
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In Take two you can read about how Julie, Viktor, Pedro and Fianne managed to make a new start in life, with the help of the programmes financed by the European Social Fund. To order the first volume, available in the 23 official languages of the European Union, go to:http://ec.europa.eu/esf/taketwo
MIEL MILLECAMPS TEFENKGI VANYDA YOU
JUMP START
ALEX
WALES
That’s quite some lorry you’ve got
there... To what do I owe
this honour Alex?
It’s been ages!
Had to make a delivery
near here... Thought I’d take
the opportunity to visit
my dear old granny!
5
So how’s work going?Nothing very exciting to
report, a few temp jobs
here and there...
And you’re not missing
the countryside
too much?
A bit... especially the
biscuits you make with
old George’s honey.
How is he?
I saw the To Let sign!
He might be going into a home…
His children have pretty much
pushed him into it. The landlord
wants to completely renovate
the place and he’s going
to put the rent up.
That’s terrible...
that house is his
whole life...
And a little bit of yours too, Alex…
You remember what happened with
the beehive when you were seven?
6
How could I forget?
My worst nightmare!
25 YEARS EARLIER
Oh no!
7
Help!
Aaaah!
What are you doing?
Put me down!
You’ve had a lucky escape
there my boy! But a swarm of
angry bees is nothing compared
to what you’ll get from your
grandmother when she hears
about this!
8
If only old George knew!
I didn’t have the heart to punish
you after a shock like that!
Yes, I can honestly say
I learned my lesson!
He’s a bit rough,
but he’s got a
good heart...
And it’s funny, he really took
me under his wing after that.
He taught me all about
beekeeping, all his tricks
and secrets.
I think having only bees
for company got on his
nerves in the end.
Good idea! He’ll
be really pleased
to see you!
I’ll go and pay
him a visit.
9
Oh it’s you, my boy!
When I saw that lorry I thought
it might be the landlord coming
to kick me out already...
So how are you George?
Come in and have a
drink with me. You’ve
got to try my mead,
this year’s is out
of this world!
You’re right,
it’s lovely!
Come on, let’s go
and see the bees!
Granny told me a bit about
what’s going on... When are you
leaving? And what’s going to
happen to the hives?
The landlord’s given
me three months.
That’s awful, and with honey
of this quality!
So all this is just going
to disappear?
Unless...
10
Unless what?
Unless you took over my
little cottage industry. You
and the bees go back a long
way... and I’ve taught you
everything I know.
But where am I going to get
the money? I’ve not got a penny.
All I’ve got are loans, which I’m
still having trouble paying off!
We could work
something out...
But how?
And what about you?
If you’re going to stay, you’ll
need money to pay the extra
rent after the renovation.
We’ll have to think about it…
It’s unbelievable!
He suggested I take over
his business... But I’m broke!
What a good idea!
You should go and see
a bank manager...
11
It’s all very vague.
No business plan… no security...
and I don’t have the authority...
I’ll send your file to head office...
But to be honest, I already know
what they’re going to say.
No luck
so far!
With the outstanding loans you’ve
already got, we can’t help you.
But why don’t you go to a bank that specialises
in microfinance for business start-ups?
There’s one in town... here’s the address.
CARDIFF
12
You’ve come to the right place.
But there are a few things you’ll need to do
first: draw up a plan, make your case,
work out the figures and the forecasts.
You can get help with all that.
We work closely with an organisation
that’s funded by the EU.
Their mission is to help people
who want to start a business but,
for various reasons, can’t get the
traditional banks to listen to
or support them.
So here’s what I
suggest you do…
13
Ah, you’re back already!
Did you climb through
the hedge? Ha ha ha!
I’ve got some news.
We need to talk.
Whoah! Hang on a minute! I’ve just got to finish dealing with these little ladies who need a gentleman’s touch and then I’ll join you on the porch. Pour us a couple
of drinks.
So what’s going on?
I’ve got lots of
questions to ask you.
14
Goodness me, you scare
me when you act all serious
like that!
How many pots of honey
did you produce last year?
Er… three or four
hundred... maybe
more.
And how do you
sell them? And for
how much?
It varies… but I give lots
of them away in the village,
to family...
And what about
the mead?
That’s my own
personal supply...
It’s sacrosanct!
OK George, we’ve got to be specific!
If you want me to take over your business,
I’ll need the figures to persuade the organisation
that’s going to lend me the money...
15
NINE MONTHS LATER You see, I was right to think big!
We’ve produced almost twice as
much honey!
And it pains me to say it,
but your mead is almost
better than mine! Cheers!
Right, there’s still more to do
here, but I’ve got deliveries
to make!
If I’d known all of this before,
I would’ve thought twice
about sneaking through
that hedge.
Yes indeed, too late now!
Curiosity's a bad character trait.
Your grandmother should've kept
a closer eye on you, ha ha ha!
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NATALINE
BRUSSELS
OK Nataline!
That’s perfect.
Yeah! Great!A last one and it’s
finished for tonight.
19
At last! I couldn’t have
gone on any longer!
A day like that really gives
you an appetite!
Aren’t you having anything
to eat Nataline?
No,
I don’t
know
what’s
wrong
with me...
I’ve not
been
feeling
too good
lately.
I’m exhausted after that
shoot. I’m going back
to the hotel.
You’re joking!?
No way!
It’s party time tonight...
Don’t be such a diva...!
What do you want to drink?
Mojitos all round?
I’m paying!
Cheers,
Nataline!
20
THE NEXT MORNING
Riga Airport, LatviaAre you
OK Nataline? You don’t look
as good as you do on
the poster...
Yeah…
OK girls,
that’s
enough!
You’re
wearing me
out!
You were
the ones
who made
me go out
last night!
In fact I...
Nataline?
Nataline?
21
How are you feeling?Really,
really tired.
You’ve got all the
symptoms of burnout.
All I can do is recommend
you get plenty of rest.
A few weeks
at the very least.
What do you
do for a living?
I’m a model.
Have been
for the last
eight years.
So what kind
of hours do you work?
No set hours.
I’m always
jet-lagged...
But that’s just
how the job is...
I’m going to be frank with you.
I really think you have
to consider changing jobs...
radically change your lifestyle.
What’s just happened
to you is pretty serious.
I suggest you
get in touch
with one of our
psychologists.
22
Hi there!
Don’t suppose you’ve
got any change have you?
I’m about to smash this
machine up!
I need chocolate!
I think a bit of
magnesium would
do me good too...
What are you
in here for?
Overdoing it,
in every
possible way.
How about
you?
Me? It’s the nightlife
that’s got me into this
state... I’m a waitress
in a club... I’d almost
forgotten what daylight
was before I ended up
here...
It’s an organisation funded by
the EU: they offer coaching. They
can help you change career. You’ve
got to think about yourself
and your health.
23
THREE DAYS LATER
Hello! Hi, I know you!
The would-be
chocolate machine
smasher!
Miss Lengel?
I understand that all this
is a bit sudden for you.
But we’re here to help you
build your future.
Yes, I do feel
a bit lost...
24
What
qualifications
have you got?
I was studying
history of art, but
I gave it up to
become a model.
When you were a child,
were there any jobs you
dreamed of doing?
Well, certainly
not modelling...
No, I was more interested in business.
My parents were self-employed.
I’ve always fancied running my own
business... But it’s a bit late now.
I know nothing
about management.
It’s never too late! We
offer management courses, with
funding from Europe, and they’re
a solid foundation for branching
out on your own. All you need
is motivation and time.
Well, I’ve got time now. And a bit of money put
aside. My career did pay well.
Perfect!
We’ll take care of the
training. And it’s up to
you to come up with
a plan and think it
through.
25
We must stop
meeting
like this!
Sit down,
let me buy
you a drink.I’m Nataline.
I’m Julia.
So you talked to
them too? What are
you planning
on doing?
I don’t know yet,
but I’m giving up
modelling. I need a
healthier life. I’m going
to sign up for this
management course.
I’ve got nothing
to lose.
Not really my thing,
management... but I’m turning
over a new leaf too... No more
nightlife for me, I want to get back
to the things I used to love doing.
I’ve always adored cooking.
Talking of food,
I really fancy a salad.
Where shall we go?
The restaurants
round here
aren’t great...
26
I’ve got a
better idea,
come with
me!
These vegetables
are fabulous!
And, most importantly,
they’re organic!
I’m going to
make you the
best salad you’ve
ever had!
I don’t live far
from here.
Sit down!
I’ll do
everything!
No way! I want to help,
or at least watch you at work.
You can work miracles with next to
nothing Julia! You’re giving
me ideas!
Well, the most important thing is the freshness and quality
of the produce... so tell me, what’s your idea?
I’d be interested to hear it.
27
A FEW WEEKS LATERAny more
questions? Let’s get on with the practical work
then.
Cutting up vegetables is
an art. You need precision
movements, control and technique.
Pick up your knives.
A balance sheet is a document that gives you
an overview of everything the company owns at a given
moment in time...
We call these assets — what the company has
— and the liabilities are what it owes.
28
That’s what you
call a tomato!
What an amazing
taste!
And you can
guarantee we’ll
get two crates of
assorted fruit and
vegetables a day?
Yes, my nephew
will deliver them
to you.
Excellent!
It’s a deal.
See you soon!
Things
are
looking
pretty
good
eh?
I can’t
wait to get
started!
Now let’s head for
the town centre. We’re going
to the Organic and Regional
Produce Fair. There’s a honey
producer from Wales
I’d like to meet.
29
A FEW DAYS
LATER
Wait, Julia! This
moment needs to
be immortalised
on film!
Your
turn!
Brilliant Nataline!
Looks like you’ve been
doing it all your life!
Looks like we’ve
got off to a good
start!
Just you wait! This is only
the first step... We could launch
our own brand of organic produce
and open a greengrocer’s...
And I’ve still got a few
more ideas up
my sleeve...!
30
IVANA
SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA
Will you
take a dozen
langoustines,
Ivana? I’ll give you
a good price!
They look
wonderful, Chhim!
Can I trade you
something I made,
for half a dozen?
OK, I’ll sell it to
a tourist.
You’ve got
more of a head
for business
than me.
Ivana…
Phone call for you
from Italy.
33
Yes,
speaking…
My name’s
Ferreri.
I’m a notary.
I’ve had real trouble
finding you.
It’s about
your father.
I’m very sorry
to have to tell
you that he
passed away.
… when?
Three weeks ago.
You’re needed back
in Milan to deal with
his estate.
I can’t even
afford a beer,
let alone a ticket
to Milan…
We’ll have
a whip round,
Ivana.
That’s so
sweet of you girls.
I’ll pay you back with
interest on top when
everything’s settled.
34
MILAN
Your father’s
business went
into compulsory
liquidation two
years ago.
Your father always refused to relocate.
He was heavily in debt — the mortgage on his
house wasn’t even paid off.
And you’ve
made me travel
10 000 kilometres
just to tell me that
all my father’s left
me are debts?
I’m sorry.
35
Any spare change
Your Highness,
for something
to eat?Here, it’s not
much, but I’m
almost broke.
I’d like a room for
one night please.
I’m going to have
to ask you to pay
in advance.
Pfff, I'm in the
deep end now.
36
Do you have
an appointment
madam?
No, I’m family.
I’m Ivana,
Mrs Polidoro’s niece.
We thought
you might
have made
it to the
funeral…
Hello Aunty,
I wish I had…
Your father
and mother
were broken-
hearted.
They expected
so much of you!
Look at yourself…
what a waste!
Aunty, I don’t regret
a thing.
I never wanted to hurt
Daddy and Mummy...
…but I wasn’t cut out for the life they
wanted for me. I’d like to go back to Cambodia as soon as possible, but my father’s
left me nothing but debts...
I can’t even afford a ticket back there.
Could you help me out?
My poor child! I’m sorry but I’m afraid
I can’t help you. Running this big house is already difficult
enough for me.
Take some biscuits with you, Ivan brought them
back from Riga. His niece Nataline has
opened an organic café there.
37
What’s my bag
doing there?
You only
booked in
for one night
didn’t you?
Rooms have
to be vacated by
11 a.m. Those are
the rules.
Come under
here where
it’s dry, Your
Majesty.
Thanks, I’ve just been thrown out of my hotel and I don’t know where
I’m going
to spend the night...
I’ve not got a penny left.
Don’t panic,
you can stay in our
royal suite. Fancy a
drink to raise
your spirits?
38
The rain’s stopped now,
so we can go back to
our apartments.
Come with
us, it’s only 10
minutes away.
It’s a bit basic,
but at least no
one bothers
us here...
So far, anyway.
Brrrrr! It’s not very
warm. But you’ve
made it nice in here.
What are all
these crates
of fabric
doing here?
Oh them, they’re scraps
from the factory next
door. They throw them away every day in containers
and we thought we could use them.
39
Good quality, this.
Do you have
any scissors?
Hey, hold on a
minute! What are
you up to?Tonight’s going
to be freezing. I think I can sew these offcuts
together to give us some protection from
the cold.
Thank you!
I’ve got a needle
and thread in my
bag... you’ll just
have to trust me!
By the way,
I’m Ivana!Hello
Ivana!
Welcome, Ivana!
And if you can find
any more of these
scraps of material,
I’ll take them off your
hands, my friends!
40
Your friends are
going to eat well
again I see!
I know. It’s against the
rules, but I can’t help myself, I just
love them!
That’s a work of art.
You’re really gifted! I
wouldn’t mind one of
those myself!
Wow!
You’ve got
magic
hands!I want to make
you all one. But I’ll
need a hand!
41
Special delivery: I’ve got
some hot food for
you here!
I’m not
interrupting am I?
I see you have
a visitor...
This is Ivana,
our new
seamstress.
Did you
make this?
I’m impressed!
And...
I don’t mean to pry,
but what do you
do... for a living?
It’s a long story.
If you’ve got time,
I’ll start at the
beginning...
A very long
time ago, here,
in Milan…
42
I really think you
should come
to the Piccolo
Mondo centre. We got support
from the European Social
Fund to open a shop selling
second-hand clothing.
So that’s
the whole
story…
And our
project was
designed, among
other reasons,
to help talented
people
like you.
And now...
Surprise!
Happy birthday
Sergio!
This is the best
50th birthday party
I’ve ever had!
A toast:
to life!
43
SIX WEEKS LATER
We’re delighted to
welcome you to our
new store.
And we’re proud
to present our new
clothing collection...
…created entirely
from recycled
fabrics by our stylist
Ivana.
SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA
News from Ivana…
and a cheque! We’re
going to have fun
tonight girls!
Chhim, I think
we’ll buy all of
your langoustines
today!
44
DIMITRA
SIBIU, ROMANIA
There you go, all done. You can go back out to play now, Raluca.
But be careful, OK? The wound hasn’t completely healed yet.
Don’t you feel well?
47
If you want to help me, go
and hang out the washing.
A little kiss to help my favourite daddy along!
Try these strawberries,
Malva darling!
Ouch!
48
Tee hee!
You’re going to pay for that, Raluca… You little scumbag!
You’ll have to catch me first! Ha ha!
Ouch! Let me go! You’re hurting me!
49
That’s enough now children! Don’t you
think there’s enough violence in the world
already? Raluca, aren’t you ashamed of yourself?
She started it! Liar!
Malva, get back indoors! And you, keep your
nose out of other people’s business!
Hello. I’m Nora, from the health and welfare centre. Don’t hesitate to drop in and see us
if you need anything at all.
What a cheek! She probably thinks I’m not capable of bringing up my
own children! And you, Malva, I’m not finished with you yet!
50
Will you show me your drawing?
Lovely!
OK children, finish off your work. It’s nearly time to go home.
Hey, look who it is! Weren’t you the girl who was arguing with Raluca yesterday? What’s your name?
Malva.
51
What are you doing here? You look bored… I’m not, but it’s
no fun at home. When my mother
gets angry, I prefer
to stay out of the way.
She’s quite a character, your
mum. She doesn’t seem
very easy-going...
It’s because of the baby she’s
expecting. She’s in pain, so she gets all
worked up.
She really must come and see us at the centre!
No chance! Unless she
decides to herself, she won’t come.
We’ll have to find a solution then.
What about you? Tell me a bit
about yourself.
52
How’s school? Have you decided what you want
to do when you grow up?
Yes, travel the world!
Sounds good. But before you can do that
you’ll have to study and then work. You’ll need
money if you want to travel.
I’ll be a ship’s captain.
And will you take me with you on your ship?
OK. I’ve already done a drawing of it! Do you want to see it?
Of course! Come to the centre tomorrow after school.
You can show it to me then.
53
Are you OK mum?
Yes, yes… I just need to rest… Ow!
My God!
Why don’t you go and see a doctor!?
Leave me alone. Go and
play outside.
THE NEXT DAY Oh hello Malva. How nice
to see you.
Did you bring your drawings?
Yes! Lots of them!
Come on then, let’s see them.
54
Look Nora, that’s me, the captain!
You look very pretty and so does your uniform! And I really like the
cabin in the shape of a house.
If you’ve got any more, I’ll come and see them at your house. That will give me a good excuse to try to convince your mother to see a doctor...
How do you feel about that?
Great! I’ll get to show you my house!
Oh please don’t stop playing! It’s wonderful. Is that a piece by
Grigoras Dinicu?
Yes, do you know it!?
55
I’m glad to see you dancing instead
of fighting... you look much more graceful!
Hello madam!Mum, this is Nora. She’s come to see
my drawings.
Can she come in? Please...
Er... it’s a real mess in here, I wasn’t expecting visitors...
Oh please don’t worry about that.
That smells absolutely gorgeous, Madam!
It’s stew.
I like the onions and
carrots best!You can call me Dimitra
56
Ow!
Help! Mum! I’ve cut myself! It’s bleeding really badly!!!
Come here!
Lucky I always keep my first aid kit with me... all part of the job.
Thank you, thank you! For looking after him
and Malva...
What about you? How’s your pregnancy going?
Hmm, not so good. It’s not like my other pregnancies... I often get terrible pains and
I have to lie down.
Promise me you’ll drop by the centre tomorrow. I’ll tell the doctor about you... You’ll see, he’s very nice and good at his job.
I’m not asking for charity... I don’t have any money.
Don’t worry, Dimitra.
We’re financed by the European
Social Fund. Healthcare’s free.
57
SIX WEEKS LATER
Aaaahhhhh!
Waaaaa!
It’s a little girl: Gabriela
THE NEXT DAY
That’s a pretty dress!
Hello Nora!
Thanks girls. It was made by a friend of my mother’s,
called Ivana, who lives in Italy.
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Alex, Nataline, Ivana and Dimitra successfully changed the course of their lives thanks to the
programmes financed by the European Social Fund (ESF).
But what exactly is the ESF?
The ESF was created more than 50 years ago, in 1957, to be precise. It is the main financial
instrument used by the European Union for investing in people. Its goal is to promote employment
by improving workers’ prospects. It provides support, for example, to individuals who have
particular difficulties in finding a job, including women, young people and elderly workers. It
also provides support to businesses and young entrepreneurs. The Fund also invests in lifelong
education and training.
The ESF does not work alone; it is at the core of a partnership comprising multiple players.
The projects that it supports are co-funded by the Member States and put forward by educational
and training institutions, associations, trade unions, etc. These projects are selected by the
national authorities to meet the requirements of specific countries and regions.
Today, the ESF is a real success story. Each year, the ESF invests EUR 10 billion in the financing
of various projects across the 27 Member States. This investment is used to improve the lives
of 10 million individuals each year, by helping them to find a job or to advance in their careers.
From reality to fiction
The comic book Jump start is based on four true events. The European Commission gathered
personal accounts from 54 EU citizens, all of whom had benefited from ESF-funded programmes.
In front of the camera, they speak about their own experiences and of the path that led
them to new employment and training opportunities. To see these personal accounts, visit:
http://ec.europa.eu/employment_social/esf/video/videos_en.htm
Additional information
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Text
Rudi MielBorn in Tournai, in 1965, Rudi Miel has a degree in journalism. Communications consultant
and comic book scriptwriter, he is the co-author of Les eaux blessées (Troubled waters),
published by the European Parliament, which won the award for best use of comic books in
advertising at Angoulême in 2003. He wrote the text for L’arbre des deux printemps (Tree
of the two springs) (illustrated by Will & Co — published by Le Lombard), which won the
award for best foreign comic book at Sobreda (Portugal) in 2001. Along with C. Cuadra and
P. Teng, Rudi Miel is also co-author of L’ordre impair (Odd order) (Le Lombard), which was
published in full at the end of 2009. When writing Jump start, he worked in collaboration
with scriptwriter Jean-Luc Cornette.
Illustrations
Maud Millecamps — NatalineBorn in Charleroi in 1982, Maud Millecamps attended the École Supérieure des Arts Saint-
Luc, in Liège, and the Académie des Beaux-Arts, in Brussels. She was part of the collective
that produced Amour & désir (Love and desire) for the publishing house La boîte à bulles in
2008, before bringing out her first cartoon album, Les gens urbains (Urbanites), scripted by
Jean-Luc Cornette and published by Quadrants in 2010. Maud lives in Brussels.
Alexandre Tefenkgi — AlexBorn in 1979, Alexandre Tefenkgi is originally from Montpellier. After studying at the École
Supérieure des Arts Saint-Luc, in Liège, he met comic book artist Mauricet, with whom
he now works and shares a studio. He produced a few short stories for Spirou magazine
before bringing out his first cartoon album Tranquille courage (Quiet courage), published
by Bamboo.
Vanyda — IvanaOf French and Laotian descent, Vanyda was born in 1979. It was during her studies at
l’Académie des Beaux-Arts (the Academy of Fine Arts) at Tournai, where she specialised
in comic books, that she met François Duprat, who drew the scenes for Ivana (colours by
Virginie Vidal), and with whom she worked on the comic book L’année du dragon (Year
of the dragon) (published by Carabas). In her comic books, she evokes an intimate and
contemporary universe, similar to the one depicted in L’immeuble d’en face (The building
opposite) (Boite à Bulles), where we follow the day-to-day lives of neighbours living on the
same floor, or in the comic book Celle que ... (The one ...) (Dargaud), which recounts the story
of a young girl growing up and making the transition to secondary school.
You — DimitraBorn in South Korea in 1978, You is a self-taught comic book artist. After studying computer graphics, she illustrated several children’s books, including three in the Moi
je sais (I know) collection, published by Auzou. Her first cartoon album appeared in the Sorcières (Witches) series, published by Dupuis. She is currently working for the same publisher on a new story set in the late 19th century.
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European Commission
Jump start
Luxembourg: Publications Office of the European Union
2011 — 60 pp. — 17.5 × 24.5 cm
ISBN 978-92-79-16904-5doi: 10.2767/50233
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Everyone deserves a second chance
Four lives, four journeys. In this new comic book Jump start, find
out how Alex, Nataline, Ivana and Dimitra managed to change the
course of their lives. Discover how these four Europeans took on a new
challenge, thanks to the support they received from the European
Social Fund. Following the success of the comic book Take two,
published in 2010 in 23 languages, the European Commission now
brings you the second edition in the series. Inspired by true stories,
these adventures are illustrated by four talented comic book artists
— Maud Millecamps, Alexandre Tefenkgi, Vanyda and You — and are
based on a text by Rudi Miel.
