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The Urgent Need for Comprehensive National Action Plans to Combat Racism in Europe

May 6, 2025

Racism and discrimination continue to challenge Europe’s commitment to equality, justice, and social unity. Despite existing laws across all EU member states prohibiting racial discrimination, it has become clear that legislation alone cannot fully address the systemic issues. A 2023 EU-wide survey reveals that a majority of people perceive widespread discrimination in their countries based on factors such as being Roma (65%), skin colour (61%), ethnic origin (60%), gender identity (specifically transgender status, 57%), and sexual orientation (54%). Additionally, about…

Why Schools Matter in the Green Transition

May 3, 2025

tobi

UPSPACE

Schools are more than places of learning – they are spaces where values and habits for life are formed.If we want a greener Europe, schools must play a central role in fostering environmental awareness, responsibility, and action.UPSPACE believes that by equipping teachers and students with the right skills and experiences, schools can become laboratories for sustainability, where ideas for greener communities are born.

UNITE Project: Building Sustainable Pathways for Refugee Inclusion in the Labour Market

April 30, 2025

tobi

UNITE

The UNITE Project (2025–2027) marks the beginning of a new European collaboration focused on promoting the labour market inclusion of refugees from Ukraine. Through joint efforts across Sweden, Germany, Austria, and Poland, the project seeks to strengthen opportunities for sustainable employment and long-term social participation. Empowering Refugees Through Inclusive Support Structures UNITE aims to design and implement an effective support framework that facilitates both the professional and personal development of Ukrainian refugees. By combining mentoring, skills validation, and research-based methodologies,…

Design Based Collaborative Research for Sustainable Development

April 20, 2025

vianne

DISC

DISC Project Course Concludes with Innovative SDG Solutions in Thessaloniki The “Design Based Collaborative Research for Sustainable Development” (DISC) project recently concluded its intensive course in Thessaloniki, Greece, from April 14–17, 2025. Over 30 participants from Portugal, Serbia, Italy, Germany, and Greece collaborated to develop innovative solutions for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The course began with online research sessions where international teams identified and analyzed real-world challenges. This preparatory work set the stage for the in-person workshop, where…

A Shared Process, A Common Tool

April 4, 2025

tobi

UPSPACE

Developing a European curriculum is not easy – every country has its own school system and policies. But this diversity is also a strength. The UPSPACE team is working together to clarify processes, align approaches, and create a common understanding so that the final curriculum will be both flexible and practical. By combining different perspectives, we are confident we can deliver a tool that is useful for teachers across Europe.

Exploring AI Together

March 31, 2025

sebastian

SMERALD

Exploring AI Together When we invited Kanal4 to join the SMERALD piloting, their starting point was typical for many SMEs: AI was clearly relevant, but there had never been enough time, structure, or confidence to explore it properly. It wasn’t a lack of interest—it was simply the reality of daily business. For them, AI was something you should look into, but never quite got around to. Opening the door: from uncertainty to orientation Our first goal at blinc was simple:…

Meeting AI Factories

March 26, 2025

sebastian

SMERALD

AI becomes a strategic topic The European Union’s latest initiative to establish AI factories is a significant step towards improving Europe’s artificial intelligence capabilities. These factories are designed as dynamic ecosystems that combine supercomputing power, data resources, and top talent to develop innovative generative AI models. By fostering collaboration between universities, supercomputing centers, industry, and financial players, AI Factories are expected to drive innovation in various sectors, including health, manufacturing, climate, and finance. This strategic move is closely aligned with…

Developing the UPSPACE Curriculum

March 15, 2025

tobi

UPSPACE

Guided by our research and the best practices identified, we have now started developing the UPSPACE curriculum for teachers and students.The curriculum will include modules on sustainable development, efficient use of resources, upcycling, and urban regeneration. It is designed to be interactive, combining classroom learning with practical activities and digital tools. 🎯 Our goal: to give teachers concrete methods and students hands-on experiences that make sustainability part of everyday school life.

Racism Prevention – Uncovering barriers and building solutions

March 10, 2025

sarawiemann

Participa City

The Participa City project, supported by EU funding, is actively engaged in efforts to prevent racism and discrimination targeting ethnic and cultural minorities throughout Europe. Central to the project’s mission is the promotion of inclusion and meaningful participation of these minorities within European societies. By raising awareness among decision-makers and stakeholders, the project seeks to dismantle discriminatory structures and practices and foster environments that embrace diversity and equity. Currently, Participa City is immersed in its crucial research phase, aiming to…

SMERALD: From Training to Transformation

February 21, 2025

sebastian

SMERALD

From Training to Transformation In December 2024, the creative team from Kanal4 joined our international SMERALD CPD training in Palermo, where they explored how Artificial Intelligence could support digital data workflows and client communication. To build on the momentum, we met again for two focused follow-up sessions in January and February 2025. These meetings offered space to further refine ideas and develop a prototype AI assistant—a tool designed to support client interaction by enabling quick, tailored visualisations during the early…