Month: September 2023

WAY2GO in Stockholm

Written by Nikolina Frangoullidou on 27/09/2023. Posted in Project News. 1 Comment on WAY2GO in Stockholm

Τhe progress and the near future of the WAY2GO project had the chance to discuss, partners from Cyprus, Slovenia, Austria, Italy, Portugal and Turkey. On a 2 day meeting in August the partners met for the second time in the beautiful city of Stockholm for a productive dialog and the project’s details.

On the first day of the meeting, there was a great brainstorming session about inclusivity in each partner’s country and how inclusivity can be improved through the project. Due to the personal experiences of the partners, amazing ideas were expressed on how to approach the next steps and what could be added to the to-do lists.

The second day was even more productive, as EUROPIAMO (Italy) organized a knowledge-sharing session. More specifically, each partner wrote different topics they would like to share with the group in order to expand knowledge. Through voting, 3 topics emerged, in which the participants had the opportunity to ask questions and express their concerns.

The meeting ended with a delicious fika (tea and cinnamon rolls) and warm goodbyes for a safe trip back home.

SHOREWINNER: Southern European Community for Offshore Wind Energy

Written by Veronica Charalambous on 25/09/2023. Posted in Projects & Initiatives, Sustainable Development & Entrepreneurship.

The Southern European Community for Offshore Wind Energy (SHOREWINNER) project aims to set up and develop a Community of Practice (CoP) based on the cooperation among five Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) committed to the development of skills, upskilling and reskilling of the workforce, sharing of resources, and achievement of major European goals and priorities. The CoVEs will be created in southern European countries (Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece and Cyprus) with a promising offshore energy sector.

Each CoVE will engage national stakeholders to collaboratively provide vocational training aligned with the needs of the local industry. SHOREWINNER will establish a Community of Practice (CoP) to foster collaboration and partnerships among vocational education and training (VET) institutions, higher education institutions, enterprises, research groups, and industry representatives.

Project duration: 4 years (2024 – 2028)

LEADING 2030: Guiding Sustainable Development in the Business Community

Written by Hanna Yerega on 11/09/2023. Posted in Project News. No Comments on LEADING 2030: Guiding Sustainable Development in the Business Community

As businesses are faced with more and more expectations to not just provide innovative goods and outstanding services, but to also contribute positively to the environment and society at large, LEADING2023 project assists entrepreneurs to take conscious steps in the right direction.

Focused on embracing eco-friendly and sustainable development goals (SDGs), the initiative embraces holistic and practical training resources to drive meaningful change. In particular, the project’s priorities are to include sustainability, environmental protection and fighting climate change, adapting vocational education and training to labour market needs and increasing the flexibility of opportunities in vocational education and training. To achieve that, the LEADING2030 project plans to equip business consultants and VET professionals with the appropriate skills to integrate and maintain sustainability across business and education sectors.

Curious to learn more? Check out the LEADING 2030 brief to get your started.

CARDET participated to the third event of the Green It Your Work project, completed in Greece

Written by Veronica Charalambous on 04/09/2023. Posted in Project News.

CARDET participated to the third event of the Green IT Your Work Project, titled “Green practices – Make it real,” was organized by the Municipality of Agia, Greece, from August 29th to September 1st. The event hosted 56 participants from 7 European countries, focusing on green practices and sustainable careers.

On August 30th, participants visited the Joist Environmental Innovation Park in Larissa, where they explored innovative environmental solutions. They also learned from local enterprises like the Hellenic Energy Competence Center and Alpha Wood, which focus on sustainability and energy solutions. The day continued with a visit to the Holy Monastery of the Honorable Forerunner, highlighting organic farming practices.

On August 31st, participants explored environmental tourism, walking the Melivoia-Velika path, and discussed the potential for rural tourism. They also visited the Let’s Learn Youth Centre in Agia, engaging with youth about greener job opportunities in agriculture and tourism. The day ended with a celebration at the Apple Festival and the Religious Feast of Saint Anthony.

The event provided valuable knowledge to youth about positive green practices, encouraging them to pursue green careers in their communities. Gender inclusivity was maintained throughout the event, with 40 women and 16 men participating.

Learn more about the project here!