GBS – REVEAL

GBS Partners Conclude the Project with Final Meeting and Conference in Kaunas

November 5, 2025

At the end of October, we travelled to Kaunas for the concluding phase of the GBS project, which included the final Transnational Partner Meeting and the official closing conference. On 28 October, the consortium met at the offices of EINC to review the project’s results, coordinate final reporting tasks and prepare the next day’s event. The meeting was productive and collegial, marking the successful completion of two years of collaboration across five countries. The partners closed the day with a…

GBS Mentoring Sessions Bring New Perspectives in Rural Bretzfeld

October 22, 2025

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On 14 and 15 October 2025, we carried out the mentoring sessions for Groups 3 and 4 in the clubhouse of the Adolzfurt Men’s Choir in Bretzfeld. Similar to the Göttingen group, the three mentoring phases were combined into one session per group to match participants’ availability. The atmosphere in both groups was highly collaborative, with participants drawing on their regional experience and long-standing community connections. Many participants were new to structured entrepreneurial reflection, so we adapted the pace and…

Combined Mentoring Session in Göttingen Inspires New Ideas

October 20, 2025

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On 13 October 2025, we conducted the combined mentoring session for Groups 1 and 2 at the BUPNET premises in Göttingen. Due to participants’ limited availability, the three mentoring phases were delivered in one extended session. This format worked well, as many participants had already taken part in the motivational workshop and arrived with clear ideas and strong energy. Building on the reflection tools used earlier, the group worked intensively on shaping early-stage business concepts with a sustainability dimension. Participants…

GBS Multiplier Event Connects Sustainability and Tradition in Obersulm

October 19, 2025

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On 12 October 2025, blinc held its national multiplier event at the Knapp Hof in Obersulm, a traditional wine-growing setting that offered an ideal backdrop for discussing sustainability and green entrepreneurship. The event took place in cooperation with the local church, which was hosting a thanksgiving celebration on the same day. This joint format helped attract a broad audience, including many older adults and regional wine-growing families. Following the community celebration and musical contributions from local children, blinc presented the…

GBS Motivational Workshop Engages Learners in Bretzfeld

October 15, 2025

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On 8 October 2025, blinc carried out the second GBS Motivational Workshop at the premises of a local men’s choir in Bretzfeld. The group consisted of adults with long-standing ties to the region and a broad range of life experiences. To create a positive and accessible learning atmosphere, the workshop began with an interactive icebreaker adapted to the participants’ preferences, setting the tone for constructive collaboration. Participants engaged actively with the IKIGAI reflection and the skills-assessment elements, which helped them…

Motivational Workshop in Göttingen Kicks Off the GBS Piloting

October 9, 2025

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On 2 October 2025, blinc hosted the first GBS Motivational Workshop at the BUPNET premises in Göttingen. The session introduced participants to the core principles of green entrepreneurship and encouraged them to reflect on their personal strengths, values and motivations. Using tools such as the IKIGAI method and structured skills reflection, the group explored how sustainability-oriented ideas can emerge from individual interests and real community needs. The atmosphere was very open and constructive, with lively exchanges and a strong willingness…

The third GBS newsletter is now available!

May 20, 2025

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Find out the newest updates from GBS – Empowering Citizens’ Self-Employment in Green Business. Explore our recent achievements, get inspired by project activities, and see what’s next on our journey. 🌱🚀 📥 Download it below and keep following our work! GBS Newsletter #3 – English GBS Newsletter #3 – Deutsch Visit our project website: 👉 https://greenbusiness.einc.lt/

GBS Training for Adult Educators in Almada, Portugal

May 13, 2025

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From 6–8 May 2025, the GBS project brought together adult educators from across Europe for a three-day training in Almada, Portugal, hosted by our partner StoryTellMe. Under the theme “How to Facilitate the e-Studio: Green Business – a Way for Senior Citizens’ Self-Employment,” the event focused on preparing educators to guide and inspire seniors on their green entrepreneurship journey. 📍 Taking place at NOVALMADA VELHA, the programme combined expert sessions, collaborative workshops, and cultural exchange. A highlight of the first…

The second GBS newsletter is out!

December 10, 2024

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Discover the latest highlights from GBS – Empowering Citizens’ Self-Employment in Green Business. Learn more about our progress, upcoming activities, and how we support seniors in exploring green entrepreneurship. 🌍💡 📥 Download it below and stay up to date! GBS Newsletter #2 – English GBS Newsletter #2 – Deutsch Visit our project website: 👉 https://greenbusiness.einc.lt/

GBS Partners Meet in Palermo to Advance Green Business for Seniors

October 17, 2024

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On 10–11 October 2024, the partners of the GBS – Empowering Citizens’ Self-Employment in Green Business project came together in Palermo, Italy, for a two-day transnational meeting hosted by CESIE. The gathering provided an opportunity to review progress, finalise key deliverables, and plan the next phase of activities. Discussions centred on strengthening the project’s practical tools and resources for adult educators and senior learners. Highlights included exploring storytelling as a way to showcase inspiring senior Green Business success stories, testing…