Projects – Page 2

GBS Mentoring Sessions Bring New Perspectives in Rural Bretzfeld

October 22, 2025

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

sebastian

GBS

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

sebastian

GBS

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

sebastian

GBS

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

sebastian

GBS

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…

Successful Transnational Meeting in Lille Boosts Project Progress

October 6, 2025

sarawiemann

Participa City

We are excited to share some highlights from our second transnational partner meeting, which took place on September 24-25, 2025, in the wonderful city of Lille, France. Our warm thanks go to our hosts at GrDr, whose outstanding organization and welcoming hospitality made the gathering especially memorable. The meeting proved highly productive in pushing forward the goals of the Participa City project. A central focus of the meeting was the joint creation of new and engaging scenarios for the Participa…

Getting to Know Our Participants: Preparing for the UNITE Pilot Phase

October 2, 2025

sebastian

UNITE

Over the past weeks, the UNITE project team has focused on learning more about the people at the heart of our initiative – Ukrainian refugees taking part in Ukrainian Newcomers’ Integration Towards Employment. 🤝✨ Through a series of surveys and in-depth interviews, we collected valuable insights into participants’ needs, experiences, and aspirations. These findings form the foundation for shaping tailored support measures that foster both social inclusion and long-term access to the labour market. 📝 As part of this process,…

Environmental Action in Practice at the Kartoffelfest in Reinhausen

October 1, 2025

sebastian

GEA

On 1 October 2025, the annual Kartoffelfest in Reinhausen provided a lively and engaging setting for a dissemination event linked to the GEA – Green Education Activities project. Hosted by the Waldpädagogisches Zentrum Reinhausen, the celebration focuses on sustainability and environmental education—making it an ideal platform to promote the project’s themes During the event, the project team set up an interactive stand featuring posters, information leaflets and hands-on activities for visitors. One popular activity was the creation of seed balls,…

The SMERALD Effect: 3 Key Findings Driving Sustainable AI Adoption

September 23, 2025

sebastian

SMERALD

The SMERALD Effect: 3 Key Findings Driving Sustainable AI Adoption As the SMERALD project nears completion, one question becomes central:What actually works when helping SMEs and professionals adopt AI in a meaningful, sustainable way? The newly released Implementation Strategy Report brings together lessons from all piloting activities across Europe. From local companies to training organisations, from hands-on experimentation to competence-based reflection, the results reveal clear patterns of what truly helps SMEs move forward with AI. Here are the three most…

Community Dialogue on Water-Abstraction Rules

September 17, 2025

sebastian

GEA

As part of the GEA project, a roundtable with local residents was held on 10 September 2025 to discuss recent general decrees restricting water abstraction during low-flow periods. The meeting provided an open space to reflect on how these measures affect everyday life and how residents perceive their purpose and implementation. Participants acknowledged the ecological necessity of temporary restrictions and noted that clear, uniform rules can help support compliance. At the same time, concerns were raised about practical implications, including…