We connect southern danish businesses, public and private actors to the European Union, its funding programmes and international networks and partnerships. Our team of EU consultants provide expert guidance, assistance with project development and network opportunities that enable southern Danish and international partners to share know-how and develop international projects that deliver growth, learning and development. The South Denmark European Office (SDEO) is a not-for-profit association and partnership between the Region of Southern Denmark and the region’s 22 municipalities.
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S3 Strategy
The South Denmark European Office supports Smart Specialisation through its close collaboration with Business Hub Southern Denmark and Business Hub Fyn. These two independent public bodies support danish companies and build relationships between private-sector and public-sector organisations, to harness regional strengths that further Denmarks’s national Smart Specialisation and business development strategies.
Strategic R&I Projects
FUTE - Future Teaching
FUTE aims to support the modernisation of European education. The Erasmus+ project works to implement more design thinking into the educational curriculum in schools across Europe.
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EDEN - Embracing Dementia
EDEN is an Erasmus+ project with relatives, health professionals, volunteers and civil society actors to build and support better collaborative care for people living with dementia.
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SPISEY
The Erasmus+ SPISEY project works to improve social inclusion of European youth by creating inclusive school and learning environments for all.
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DISH
The Erasmus+ DISH project aims at bridging the “missing link” between the progressive digitalisation of the healthcare sector and the lack of eHealth and innovation skills among health and social care professionals.
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Co-Creating Welfare
Co-Creating Welfare aims to build skills in health and social care, education and youth. The Erasmus+ project has developed new curricula, education methods and training courses for professionals in the welfare sector.
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Latest Updates
- By Ana Nava
European Ocean Days 2026: Preparing for Research & Innovation Strategies
The European Ocean Days hosted two key stakeholder consultations on the Ocean and the Water Resilience R&I Strategies. Key themes included the source-to-sea approach, place-based innovation and multi-level governance. ERRIN's Blue Economy Working Group is closely following both processes and is considering a joint regional response. Interested members are encouraged to start preparing to actively engage in this process.
- By Ana Nava
European Ocean Days 2026: Launch of the Coalition of cities, regions, islands and ports for Mission Ocean and Waters
The 2026 European Ocean Days marked the Launch of the Coalition of cities, regions, islands and ports for the Mission Ocean and Waters. Keynote speakers such as Maria Cristina Russo (DG RTD), Markku Markkula (Committee of the Regions) and Christophe Clergeau (MEP) emphasised the including the Mission Ocean and Waters in the upcoming MFF. Local authorities are now encouraged to join this Coalition to access networking and capacity-building services, among others.
- By Astrid Hannes
Call for marine, coastal and environmental experts to join the BlueActionBANOS expert pool
BlueActionBANOS, one of ERRIN's projects, has launched a call for expression of interest for experienced professionals with expertise in the field of marine, coastal and environmental expertise to restore our ocean, seas and waters across the Baltic and North Sea region. Interested experts are invited to apply by 11 April.
- By Astrid Hannes
One week left to apply: BlueActionBANOS Cascade Funding Calls for local coalitions for aquatic restoration in the Baltic and North Sea basin
The deadline of 16 March for applying for the BlueActionBANOS cascade funding calls is approaching quickly. Local and regional public authorities in Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland and Sweden are invited to apply to lead the way in restoring Europe's oceans and waters, together with local stakeholders in their territories. Grants range from 100.000 to 2 million euros.
- By Ewa Chomicz
Kicking off the work of ERRIN’s Management Board in 2026
On 29 January, the ERRIN Management Board launched its activities in 2026, welcoming two new members, electing new Co-Chairs and a Treasurer, and approving the ERRIN Cluster Annual Work Plans for this year.
- By Ana Nava
Blue Economy: Upcoming opportunities for ERRIN Members
The EU Blue Economy agenda is entering a decisive phase, with new funding opportunities and key policy initiatives under Mission Ocean & Waters. This summary highlights the most relevant upcoming activities and engagement opportunities for ERRIN members in the months ahead. Regional stakeholders are invited to read on and explore how to engage strategically in this rich agenda.