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Month: April 2025

MILES: Bringing Media Literacy to life

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Project News.

Platform setup, piloting and new assessment tool

The MILES project continues to move forward with exciting developments! Our team is currently finalising the setup of the online platform where the MILES training modules will soon be available in all partner languages. This multilingual platform will make our training materials easily accessible to teachers and future teachers across Europe, ensuring that language is not a barrier to developing critical media literacy skills.

At the same time, our project partners are preparing to launch pilot activities with teachers and trainee teachers. These pilot sessions will give participants the opportunity to engage with the MILES modules in real educational settings, providing valuable feedback that will help us to further refine our training approach. Piloting is a crucial step in ensuring that the content meets the needs of teachers and is both practical and effective in the classroom.

But that’s not all – following the pilot with teachers, the next phase of the project will focus on students and their families. We will run co-design workshops where students will be actively involved in shaping the learning experience. This will be followed by a series of workshops directly with students and further co-design sessions to ensure that the material reflects their perspectives and realities.

In addition, we are preparing innovative flipped classroom approaches that will involve teachers and families, creating a holistic learning environment that extends beyond the classroom and promotes critical thinking skills in everyday life.

To support the piloting phase, we have developed a new tool to help participants make an initial assessment of their current media literacy skills. This self-assessment provides an initial reflection on key skills and helps participants identify areas for development as they begin their learning journey. The English version of the assessment tool can be found here: MILES Media Literacy Assessment.

If you’re interested in learning more about our activities or would like to get involved, please don’t hesitate to contact us via our contact page.

Together, we are building a strong foundation for fostering critical thinking, resilience to disinformation and responsible media engagement among teachers and students alike. Stay tuned for more updates as we move into the next phases of this exciting journey!

For more information about the project, visit the official website: MILES Project.

MOBUILDING Project Launches with Energetic Kick-Off in Valladolid

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Project News.

The MOBUILDING project officially launched in Valladolid, Spain, with a vibrant transnational partners’ meeting held on April 9–10, 2025. Hosted at the EDUCACYL premises and in parallel with the IV VET Forum of Castilla y León, the two-day event brought together European partners committed to enhancing mobility opportunities for apprentices in the building sector.

The meeting served as a dynamic platform to set the course for the project’s next steps. Partners engaged in insightful discussions and presentations covering key work packages, including identifying mobility barriers, strengthening outreach efforts, supporting host organizations, and upholding project quality standards.

The atmosphere was marked by a strong sense of collaboration and a warm welcome from regional VET authorities. Energized by these exchanges, participants left inspired and aligned in their mission to foster more inclusive and strategic vocational mobility across Europe.

MOBUILDING is now underway – stay tuned as we build new opportunities across borders!

RoboAquaria Pilotings Cyprus Primary Schools

Students Dive into Marine Education and Robotics with RoboAquaria

Written by Nikolina Frangoullidou on . Posted in Project News.

Over the past three months we have successfully completed the piloting activities of the RoboAquaria project, an innovative initiative that combines robotics, digital tools, and Marine Education to raise environmental and climate awareness among young learners.

Over the course of three piloting rounds, students from Saint Nicolas Primary School and Trachoni A’ Primary School in Cyprus engaged in a series of interactive workshops focused on developing STEAM and Green skills. Through hands-on activities, students explored the fundamentals of robotics, designed and built their own robots, and learned how technology can support environmental communication and advocacy.

The piloting activities allowed educators to implement the RoboAquaria Toolkit, the Marine Education curriculum, and the project’s eLearning platform, promoting creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy in the classroom.

RoboAquaria aims to protect marine environments by integrating Educational Robotics into primary education and strengthening teachers’ competences. As part of its outcomes, the project is developing a Methodological Framework for piloting, Guidelines for Teachers, a validated RoboAquaria Toolkit with Lesson Topics, and an E-Learning Toolkit featuring Open Educational Resources (OERs) and Lesson Plans.

By bridging technology and environmental education, RoboAquaria empowers students to become active agents of change for a sustainable future.
Find out more about the project here.

TEAMWORK2 releases third newsletter

TEAMWORK2 Releases its Latest Newsletter

Written by Nikolina Frangoullidou on . Posted in Project News.

As the TEAMWORK2 Project draws to a close, we celebrate its achievements in tackling workplace sexual harassment across Europe. From awareness campaigns to legal support and high-level discussions, the project has fostered collaboration, shared knowledge, and driven meaningful action, culminating in a powerful final conference in Milan.

Don’t miss the final edition of the 3rd TEAMWORK2 newsletter, highlighting these milestones and more.

NEWSLETTER (ENG)
TEAMWORK2 Policy Recommendations Paper Addressing Sexual Harassment at Work

TEAMWORK 2: Breaking the Taboos of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Written by Nikolina Frangoullidou on . Posted in Project News.

For two years, the European project TEAMWORK 2 has opened up the dialogue, bringing to the surface an issue that for years remained taboo: sexual harassment in the workplace! With the participation of six countries, including Cyprus, and supported by the European Union, the project brought together voices, experiences, and good practices to help shape a new, safer working environment for all. 

Aiming to promote gender equality, diversity, and the fight against all forms of discrimination, the project partners developed, among other things, useful tools such as:

  • An Online Learning Platform for human resource professionals,
  • Guides for training programs focused on skills development for senior management and the implementation of good practices,
  • and a Policy Recommendations Paper that includes practical recommendations for creating safer, inclusive workplaces, free from exclusion, fear, and harassment.

Cyprus is taking a big step forward with the enactment of new legislation in 2025 targeting the prevention of violence and harassment in the workplace. This legislation introduces strict regulations to ensure the protection of employees at work, extending beyond the traditional office setting to include events, seminars, and even digital communication through platforms and social media.

The TEAMWORK 2 Policy Recommendations Paper proposes even bolder measures for Cyprus and Europe:

  • Mandatory, systematic training for all employees on the prevention and handling of violence/harassment incidents.
  • Implementation of anonymous and secure reporting mechanisms via a HelpDesk line.
  • Establishment of independent bodies to impartially handle complaints.

For more information about the TEAMWORK 2 project, visit: www.teamwork2project.eu

Policy Paper (GR)

COSERE Project: Highlights from the Inspiring Final Conference “Collegiality at School – A Common Path to Growth”

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Project News.

On April 10, 2025, the Final Conference of the COSERE Project, titled “Collegiality at School – A Common Path to Growth”, brought together school leaders, teachers, teacher educators, policymakers, and education implementers at the Riga Tourism and Creative Industry Technical School in Riga.

Throughout the day, participants explored the crucial role of collegial support in professional and school development. The morning session featured inspiring keynote speeches by Beāte Krauze-Čebotare, former CEO of Omniva Latvia; Gatis Pastars, Headmaster of Līvāni Secondary School No. 1; and Professor Milan Pol of Masaryk University. Each speaker offered valuable insights into leadership, teamwork, and fostering a culture of collegiality within schools.

In the afternoon, attendees participated in hands-on workshops focused on coaching, mentoring, and effective support practices, with expert contributions from organizations across Georgia, Italy, Cyprus, and Ireland. The conference also introduced the COSERE Project Handbook and the new e-Learning Platform and shared important research findings on collegial support in education.

The event was a true celebration of professional growth and collaboration — essential foundations for building resilient schools and societies.

Learn more about this inspiring project here! 

Discover COSERE e-Learning Platform here!

Kick-Off Meeting Launches VET4 Social Impact Project in Rome

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Project News.

The VET4 Social Impact Project officially launched with its Kick-Off Meeting held in Rome, Italy, from 8–10 April 2025. The three-day event brought together project partners from Italy, Cyprus, Greece, Palestine, and Egypt, setting the foundation for an ambitious three-year initiative aimed at driving lasting socio-economic change through technical and vocational education and training (TVET).

The project, titled “Social Impact and TVET-Business Joined-Up Initiatives for Vulnerable Youth and Women to Boost Local Socio-Economic Development and Social Innovation in Egypt and Palestine”,  is designed to foster socio-economic development and social innovation by strengthening the TVET sectors in both countries. It places strong emphasis on improving employability and entrepreneurial skills, particularly for vulnerable youth and women, who are among the primary beneficiaries.

VET4 Social Impact targets a wide range of stakeholders, including vocational school managers and TVET providers, students and trainers in vocational schools, university actors, business incubation centers (BICs), public key actors, as well as players in the social entrepreneurship sector such as social entrepreneurs and start-up founders. Policy stakeholders and regional networks are also key audiences for the project’s activities, ensuring a comprehensive and multi-level approach.

The project seeks to align TVET systems with evolving market needs while promoting social entrepreneurship as a driver of inclusive growth. By focusing on skills development, entrepreneurial mindsets, and local socio-economic empowerment, VET4 Social Impact aims to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable vocational clusters that can withstand external shocks and create long-term opportunities.

The Kick-Off Meeting in Rome served as the first in-person opportunity for partners to convene, build relationships, and lay the groundwork for the project’s successful implementation. Over the three days, participants discussed project objectives, strategic approaches, roles, and responsibilities, and exchanged knowledge and experiences to strengthen collaboration and ensure a common vision moving forward.

VET4 Social Impact represents a significant step toward transforming technical and vocational education into a catalyst for positive social change, offering new hope and tangible opportunities for young people and women in Egypt and Palestine.

Stay tuned for more updates on the project!

VET4 Social Impact – Social Impact and TVET-Business Joined Up Initiatives for Vulnerable Youth and Women to Boost Local Socio-economic Development and Social Innovation in Egypt and Palestine

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Education, Projects & Initiatives, Sustainable Development & Entrepreneurship.

The project “VET4 Social Impact” aims to foster socio-economic development and social innovation in Egypt and Palestine by improving technical and vocational education and training (TVET), enhancing employability, and empowering vulnerable groups, including youth and women, through entrepreneurial and skills-based opportunities. The project seeks to align TVET provisions with market demands, promote social entrepreneurship, and build resilient, inclusive and sustainable vocational clusters.

Addressing vocational school managers and TVET providers, students and trainers in vocational schools, university actors, business incubation centers (BICs), the project will work towards the following objectives:
• Upskill the capabilities of local TVET key actors to become more competitive, sustainable and efficient
• Enhance innovation in the entrepreneurship and self-employment sector
• Enable the environment for vocational clusters to deliver horizontally integrated and joined-up innovative and effective-proved TVET-business services

ACT4DYS: Enable People with Disabilities and Youth to Act for Sustainable Cities

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Projects & Initiatives, Sustainable Development & Entrepreneurship, Youth, Rights & Inclusion.

ACTDYS is an initiative that will aim to transform urban mobility into a more inclusive and accessible experience for young people, with a focus on people with disabilities and people dependent on alternative transportation means. It will raise awareness around the challenges of urban mobility. At the same time the project will encourage and actively involve youth to help fight against climate change and make cities more sustainable and inclusive.

ACT4DYS will address urban environmental challenges, accessibility and inclusion for youth with disabilities and bridging policy, research, and practise.

To address the above and achieve its objectives the project will raise awareness of sustainable urban development and promote alternative transportation to create greener and more inclusive cities; develop innovative training materials and tools, including simulation-based training for youth workers, to foster disability-inclusive urban development and enhance accessibility in public spaces; and engage stakeholders and create a Policy Paper with recommendations to support inclusive and sustainable urban development.

Official Launch of the AGRITECH Project

Written by Veronica Charalambous on . Posted in Project News.

With the ambition of revolutionising agricultural education through cutting-edge technologies, the AGRITECH project was officially launched with a kick-off meeting held from April 2nd to 4th, 2025, in Thessaloniki, Greece. Hosted by ELGO-DIMITRA, the three-day event brought together partners from across Europe to lay the foundation and plan the next steps of the project.

AGRITECH aims to bridge critical skills gaps in the agricultural sector by integrating advanced tools such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing into educational frameworks. The project will focus on modern teaching methodologies, interdisciplinary learning, and entrepreneurship, equipping young professionals with the skills needed for the digital transformation of farming.

During the three-day meeting, participants:

  • Presented the project’s goals and team roles
  • Discussed the design of the AGRITECH curriculum and platform
  • Planned communication, outreach, and policy activities
  • Explored ways to ensure quality and effective management
  • Visited experimental farming facilities to witness innovation in action

The kick-off meeting marked a strong start for AGRITECH, fostering collaboration among partners and setting a clear direction for the work ahead.

Stay tuned for more updates as the project evolves!