The SHOREWINNER project participated in the CoP CoVEs 2026 Forum in Graz, showcasing its vision and ongoing efforts to strengthen skills development, innovation, and collaboration in the blue economy sector.
As part of the Forum’s exhibition area, SHOREWINNER engaged with VET providers, industry representatives, policymakers, and project partners from across Europe. The exhibition provided an important platform to present the project’s work, exchange experiences, and explore opportunities for collaboration around the skills and competences needed to support a sustainable and competitive blue economy.
The Forum also brought together leading experts, policymakers, educators, and industry representatives for a series of presentations and discussions focused on the future of vocational education and training. Speakers shared valuable insights into skills excellence, innovation, sustainability, and emerging developments shaping Europe’s VET landscape.
The event offered SHOREWINNER an opportunity to strengthen connections with key stakeholders, exchange knowledge and perspectives, and contribute to wider discussions on how skills development and vocational excellence can support the future of the blue economy in Europe.
Seven professional development seminars for teachers were successfully delivered as part of the annual Teachers’ Two-Day Event, held from 8 to 10 September 2026 across schools in Cyprus.
The seminars brought together teachers from different schools to explore practical approaches, tools and knowledge supporting their professional development and wellbeing. The activities focused on three key areas of contemporary education: collegial support and wellbeing, artificial intelligence literacy, and digital harmony and intergenerational learning.
Strengthening collegial support and teacher wellbeing
Through the Thriving Schools project, participants explored the importance of positive relationships, peer support and collaboration in creating healthy and supportive school environments. The sessions also introduced the PERMA model, focusing on the different dimensions of wellbeing and how these can contribute to a more positive school culture.
Building AI literacy for education
The AI Literacy and TINKER programmes provided teachers with opportunities to explore the educational potential of artificial intelligence tools and their application in the classroom. Alongside practical applications, the sessions addressed responsible AI use, ethical considerations and digital safety, supporting teachers in navigating the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging technologies.
Promoting digital harmony and intergenerational learning
Through the Digital Harmony project, teachers examined how technology can support meaningful communication and connection between children, parents and grandparents. The sessions explored ways of using digital tools to strengthen intergenerational relationships and encourage more positive and purposeful engagement with technology.
The seminars were delivered by Elena Xeni and Chrysanthi Konstanti, with the support of the participating schools: Paphos 6th Primary School, Aradippou A’ Primary School, Athienou (KB) Primary School, Akaki, Palaiometocho and Kato Pyrgos Primary Schools, Trimithklini Regional Primary School, Lanitio Primary Schools (KA & KB), and Limassol 6th Primary School (Agios Nikolaos).
CARDET warmly thanks the participating school leadership teams and teachers for their active engagement and enthusiasm throughout the sessions. Their participation and commitment continue to support the development of more inclusive, resilient and future-ready educational environments across Cyprus.
As part of the final event of the fuTOURiSME project, CARDET joined tourism SMEs and project partners from across Europe for a Peer Learning Workshop, bringing together 25 selected projects from Cyprus, Spain, Italy, Greece and France.
The workshop marked an important opportunity to reflect on the experiences and achievements of tourism SMEs supported throughout the project, while creating space for participants to exchange practical solutions, lessons learned and ideas for the future.
Each participating SME presented its journey, outlining the challenge it identified, the solution or practice introduced, the results achieved, the lessons learned and the next steps ahead. This practical approach encouraged participants to share their experiences openly and explore how successful approaches could be adapted to different tourism contexts across Europe.
Cyprus projects showcase their experiences
Cyprus was represented by five projects, presented by:
Maria Evripides, Founder & CEO, BookYourWeddingDay.com
Elena Alonefti, Project Coordinator / Museum Manager, Hambis Municipal Printmaking Museum
Rebecca Pierides, Director, Crowne Plaza Limassol
Their presentations showcased the diversity of approaches being developed by tourism SMEs in Cyprus, highlighting practical actions and innovations that can contribute to more sustainable, resilient and digitally enabled tourism services.
About fuTOURiSME
fuTOURiSME is a European project supporting tourism SMEs in their transition towards more sustainable, digital and innovative business models. The project brings together partners and tourism businesses from several European countries, providing SMEs with opportunities to develop and test new solutions, strengthen their digital capabilities and adopt more sustainable practices.
Through practical support, collaboration and peer learning, fuTOURiSME aims to help tourism SMEs respond to the changing needs of the sector while strengthening their competitiveness and contributing to more sustainable tourism ecosystems across Europe.
The final Peer Learning Workshop provided a fitting conclusion to this collaborative journey, bringing together the businesses and organisations involved to celebrate progress, reflect on lessons learned and strengthen connections across the European tourism community.
CARDET thanks all presenters, participating SMEs and project partners for their valuable contributions, openness and commitment throughout the project. The experiences shared during the workshop demonstrated the value of collaboration and peer learning in supporting tourism SMEs to turn sustainability and digital transformation into practical action.
Help us communicate ideas and initiatives that create real social impact.
CARDET is one of the leading research and development centres in Cyprus and the region, dedicated to advancing social impact, innovation and lifelong learning. We believe that education, research and innovation can be powerful forces for positive change. Through our work in Cyprus and across Europe, we collaborate with individuals, organisations and communities to address important social challenges and create meaningful and sustainable impact.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated and creative Marketing & Communications Officer to join our Marketing & Communications team.
This is an opportunity for an early-career professional who wants to build broad, hands-on experience across social media, digital marketing, content creation, website communications, events and the communication of EU-funded initiatives. Working under the guidance of the Head of Communications & Marketing, you will support the day-to-day implementation of marketing and communication activities, helping us create content that is engaging, accurate, on-brand and delivered on time. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are creative, curious, eager to learn and interested in using communication to support meaningful work and social impact.
Key Responsibilities
As part of the Marketing & Communications team, you will:
Support the implementation of social media and digital marketing campaigns, including sponsored advertising.
Create and adapt engaging content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and other digital channels, in line with approved communication plans.
Support communication and visibility activities for EU-funded projects, developing and adapting content in line with agreed project communication plans and requirements.
Update website content and support the preparation of newsletters, presentations and other digital and marketing materials.
Support the planning, promotion and communication of events, workshops and conferences.
Collect agreed social media and campaign metrics and prepare basic performance summaries using established tools and templates.
Contribute creative ideas for social media content, campaigns, storytelling and visibility activities.
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Journalism, Business or a related field.
Approximately 1 year of relevant professional experience, or equivalent practical experience, in digital marketing, communications, social media or content creation. Relevant experience may have been gained through employment, internships, freelance or project work, volunteering or other practical activities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English.
Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
Some familiarity with paid digital advertising, such as Meta Ads Manager and/or Google Ads.
Familiarity with one or more content creation and editing tools, such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve or similar.
Ability to understand basic social media and campaign metrics and prepare simple performance summaries.
Good organisational skills and ability to manage assigned tasks and deadlines effectively.
Key Skills & Competencies
We are looking for someone who brings:
Creativity and an eye for engaging content.
Strong written communication and storytelling skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Good organisation and reliability.
A positive and collaborative approach to teamwork.
Curiosity and confidence in exploring new digital tools and communication trends.
Willingness to learn, receive feedback and continuously develop.
An interest in CARDET’s work and in communicating initiatives with social and educational impact.
Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable
Experience in any of the following will be considered an advantage:
Communication, dissemination or visibility activities for EU-funded projects. Website content management through WordPress or another CMS, Newsletter or email campaign content.
Event promotion and communication.
Basic photography, video production or editing.
Ethical and effective use of AI tools for content ideation, drafting, editing or workflow support.
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you will gradually build the confidence and experience to:
Create engaging, accurate and on-brand content across different channels.
Reliably deliver assigned digital marketing, social media and communication activities within agreed timelines.
Help communicate CARDET’s projects, initiatives and impact to different audiences.
Use basic performance data to understand what is working and support continuous improvement.
Work collaboratively with the Marketing & Communications team and respond effectively to feedback and changing priorities.
Bring fresh ideas and creative thinking to the team.
Continue developing your skills and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows.
What We Offer
The opportunity to build broad, practical experience across digital marketing, communications, content creation, events and EU-funded initiatives.
Meaningful work with social impact across local, European and international contexts.
A collaborative environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues and gradually take on greater responsibility.
Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities.
An inclusive, wellbeing-oriented and family-friendly culture.
13th Salary and Provident Fund.
Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing.
Fully paid maternity/paternity leave.
Flexible hybrid working and shorter Fridays.
Compensation aligned with CARDET’s internal banding and reward framework, supporting fairness, consistency and transparency across roles.
How to Apply
If you are creative, digitally confident, organised and eager to learn and grow, we would be happy to hear from you. Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit:
an up-to-date CV, and
where available, examples of relevant content, social media work or a portfolio.
We recognise that early-career candidates may not yet have a formal professional portfolio. Examples may therefore include work completed through employment, internships, university projects, volunteering, freelance work or personal projects.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete the next stages of CARDET’s selection process.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding
CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities and disability-confident employer of choice. The organisation has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.
CARDET is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates who may require reasonable accommodations during the selection process are encouraged to let us know.
CARDET complies with GDPR. For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy www.cardet.org/privacy-policy. For questions, contact 22 002100.
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