Projects – Page 4

SMERALD Datathon in Palermo – Exploring Data and AI Through Real Challenges

June 20, 2025

SMERALD Datathon in Palermo – Exploring Data and AI Through Real Challenges On 13–14 June 2025, the SMERALD partnership hosted its first Datathon in Palermo – a hands-on event designed to help SMEs, nonprofits, public authorities, and educators experience the practical use of digital data, data analysis, and AI. The Datathon followed a hybrid format: participants joined both on-site in Palermo and online from across Europe. After two days of intense work, all teams presented their results during an online…

New Network Launches in Lower Saxony to Strengthen Anti-Discrimination Education in Schools

June 4, 2025

sarawiemann

Participa City

A newly established network in the German state of Lower Saxony aims to enhance and increase the visibility of anti-discrimination educational efforts within local schools. The “Netzwerk Diskriminierungskritische Schule Niedersachsen (NDS²) / Network of Schools Critical of Discrimination in Lower Saxony” is committed to transforming schools into environments that promote respectful coexistence. This mission requires a firm position against anti-democratic tendencies and the creation of practical tools to actively address and challenge discrimination. A Dynamic Kickoff: Unified Voices Against Discrimination…

ARIES Piloting: From ancient stones to expanded stories

June 4, 2025

sebastian

ARIES

From ancient stones to expanded stories take a digital journey through the Roman Forum How can an ancient city be brought back to life in the classroom? For a Latin class in Göttingen, the answer was clear: transform the Roman Forum into a multimedia treasure hunt using augmented reality (AR). As part of the ARIES project, the students turned their textbooks into 3D adventures, combining historical research, creative storytelling, and digital design to create an unforgettable experience. Under the guidance…

The third GBS newsletter is now available!

May 20, 2025

sebastian

GBS

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

sebastian

GBS

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

May 6, 2025

sarawiemann

Participa City

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

sebastian

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

sebastian

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…

TRAIL Training Course: Advancing Inclusive Mobility for Disadvantaged Adults

April 12, 2025

vianne

TRAIL

TRAIL Training Course: Advancing Inclusive Mobility for Disadvantaged Adults We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the TRAIL C1 Training Course, a landmark event that brought together 24 dedicated participants from across Europe for a truly transformative learning journey. This five-day intensive course, part of the broader TRAIL project, focused on fostering inclusive learning mobility specifically tailored for adults facing mental health and neurodivergence challenges. The training combined expert presentations, peer-to-peer exchange, and hands-on group activities to build…