Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of ICT Working Group.
ICT
The main objective of the ICT Work Group is to act as a platform to discuss and share information on ICTrelated initiatives and funding opportunities in relation to the European Commission’s policy priority “A Europe fit for the digital age”. Especially highlighting the regional dimension of the ICT-field, the WG aims to create opportunities for interregional cooperation in the field of ICT by linking with other areas and sectors such as smart cities, energy, transport, health or culture.
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Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Policy WG reflection meeting on ERRIN's role in resilience, security and defence
Europe has been undergoing a period of increased uncertainty with both geopolitical threats and challenges over global competitiveness. These tensions have also been felt by ERRIN members - over 90%
ICT WG Meeting: Regional Authorities and Living-in.EU
This meeting has been postponed to the first half of 2026. Kindly note that the date is only tentative.This interactive brainstorming session invites all members and particularly those who have
Skills for Competitiveness: how to address skills shortages in Europe’s regions?
Skills for competitivenessOne of the objectives of the European Competitiveness Fund is to address critical skills shortages to all kinds of quality jobs in strategic sectors, through both horizontal
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Transport WG meeting: AI in Transport, implementing the European AI Strategy
On 19 November (15:00–16:00), the Transport Working Group will organise a meeting dedicated to AI in Transport, implementing the European AI Strategy, with a welcome coffee starting at 14:30.
ICT WG Meeting: Networking of European Digital Innovation Hubs and Phase 2 calls
EU support for the European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) is poised to enter a new phase with the forthcoming publication of the 2025–2027 Work Programme under the Digital Europe Programme. As part
Low Carbon Cluster and Policy WG meeting: Exploring the future European Competitiveness Fund
On 4 November (14:30 – 16:30), the three Working Groups under the Low Carbon Cluster (Energy and Climate Change WG, Transport WG, Smart Cities WG) and the Policy WG will co-organise a meeting
WG Related Events
Skills for Competitiveness: how to address skills shortages in Europe’s regions?
On 23 March, ERRIN's Science and Education for Society Working Group is organising a meeting 'Skills for Competitiveness' putting skills at the core of the competitiveness debate. The meeting aims to gain a deeper understanding of the skills provision challenges that regional innovation ecosystems face for strategic sectors and across the entire regional ecosystem. A call for member inputs to shape this meeting is open until 24 February.
ERRIN Intro Coffee
The ERRIN Secretariat is pleased to invite you to the upcoming ERRIN Intro Coffee, which will take place in person on 13 March from 10:00-11:30. The event will offer a concise introduction to ERRIN and its services, alongside a chance for networking. New network members and staff are particularly encouraged to join!
ICT WG Meeting: Regional Authorities and Living-in.EU
This meeting has been postponed to the first half of 2026. Kindly note that the date is only tentative. This brainstorming meeting, open to all ERRIN members and particularly signatories of Living-in.EU and those engaged in digital transformation, aims to position regional interests within the evolving EU policy landscape. It will serve as a platform to reflect on the future of the Living-in.EU movement, explore ERRIN’s role in supporting sustainable digital transformation at local and regional levels and assess how regional authorities can continue contributing meaningfully beyond 2026.
Upscaling MIRACLE – From Italian territories to European communities
The Upscaling MIRACLE event aims to share and disseminate the project’s results, placing them in dialogue with European agendas, policies and practices on risk management and climate change adaptation. Through exchange between research, institutions and stakeholders, the event seeks to support the transferability of the approaches developed and to foster a shared reflection on how territories can address complex risk conditions from a European perspective.
Policy WG reflection meeting on ERRIN's role in resilience, security and defence
This Policy Working Group meeting will take place in-person on 24 February from 14:30–17:00, offering a space for reflection on ERRIN's role in resilience, security and defence. Together with the invited speakers, we will consider how the various elements of this complex topic can fit the network's ongoing work.
Online launch of ERRIN's Annual Cluster Work Plans 2026
Join the online launch of ERRIN’s Cluster Annual Work Plans 2026, taking place on 20 February 2026, from 10:00–11:30 CET. During this online session, you will get an overview of the key workstreams and planned activities for 2026, explore opportunities for member engagement, and take part in an interactive Q&A session to ask questions and share input.
WG Documents
ERRIN’s 10 key messages towards the next Multiannual Financial Framework
At this pivotal time for Europe, with the Commission's proposals for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) getting closer, European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN) is pleased to provide inputs on how the EU can create the right conditions for R&I to thrive for a competitive Europe post-2027. Drawing our comprehensive paper series 'Towards the 10th Framework Programme', with insights gathered from the 120 regional ecosystems that ERRIN brings together, ERRIN has put together 10 key messages on the…
ERRIN Year in review 2022
The ERRIN Year in review 2022 is out! Read the report to see the numerous activities ERRIN and its members have been involved in throughout the year.
European Digital Innovation Hubs in Digital Europe Programme
The draft working document for European Digital Hubs in the Digital Europe Programme.
WG Related Content
The ERRIN Year in Review 2025 is out
The ERRIN Year in Review 2025 is out! In this annual report, we showcase some key highlights strong policy influence, strategic project engagement and reinforced collaboration across Europe’s regional innovation ecosystems..
ERRIN’s 2026 Annual Work Plans are out
We are excited to launch ERRIN's Annual Work Plans for 2026, outlining the upcoming activities and priorities of ERRIN's Working Groups and highlighting how members can actively engage in ERRIN’s activities throughout the year. A dynamic and strategically important year lies ahead. From policy dialogues and project development to mutual learning and strategic partnerships, the plans outline a rich and ambitious agenda for 2026.
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager to join its Secretariat! This role is for you if you thrive on turning complex EU policy into clear, engaging and high-impact communication and are passionate for shaping narratives and messages. The deadline to apply is 20 February.
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.
ERASMUS Project proposal KA1- VET learners and staff mobility (Region of Murcia)
The Cooperativa de Enseñanza Vega Media de Alguazas, a VET provider located in Alguazas, Region of Murcia (Spain), is looking for partners for an ERASMUS proposal on VET learners and staff mobility.
Partner Search: AI Benchmarking & Reproducibility in Biotech and Genomics
Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava (USV) is looking to join an already established consortium or to co-create a new one, in view of a Horizon Europe proposal focused on EU-level standards for AI benchmarking, reproducibility and algorithmic auditing in biotechnology and genomics, building on USV’s experience in bioeconomy, genomic sequencing, wastewater-based surveillance and applied bioinformatics.
Latest Updates
- By Maria Bostrom
The ERRIN Year in Review 2025 is out
The ERRIN Year in Review 2025 is out! In this annual report, we showcase some key highlights strong policy influence, strategic project engagement and reinforced collaboration across Europe’s regional innovation ecosystems..
- By Maria Bostrom
ERRIN’s 2026 Annual Work Plans are out
We are excited to launch ERRIN's Annual Work Plans for 2026, outlining the upcoming activities and priorities of ERRIN's Working Groups and highlighting how members can actively engage in ERRIN’s activities throughout the year. A dynamic and strategically important year lies ahead. From policy dialogues and project development to mutual learning and strategic partnerships, the plans outline a rich and ambitious agenda for 2026.
- By Kyle Galea
Stakeholder consultation on 'Digital simplification and Data Union Strategy'
The ERRIN Network has been invited to contribute to a stakeholder consultation organised by the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) towards the preparation of the CoR opinion on 'Digital simplification and Data Union Strategy', covering the key digital initiatives of the European Commission published on 19 November 2025.
- By Teresa Vio
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager to join its Secretariat! This role is for you if you thrive on turning complex EU policy into clear, engaging and high-impact communication and are passionate for shaping narratives and messages. The deadline to apply is 20 February.
- By Astrid Hannes
Call for member inputs: shape the Skills for Competitiveness Working Group meeting
For the meeting of ERRIN’s Science and Education for Society Working Group 'Skills for Competitiveness: how to address skills shortages in Europe’s regions?' we invite ERRIN members to share their experience and inputs on key challenges regarding skills supply, upskilling and reskilling faced for strategic sectors and others in their regional innovation ecosystems. We encourage contributions from regional and local authorities, VET providers, universities, SME's and industry. Deadline for sending in your inputs is 24 February EOB.
- By Anett Ruszanov
Call for good practice: smart city strategy action plan
Birmingham would like to connect with other Europe-leader smart cities who have good practices to share on the implementation tools, activities and indicators for their high-level smart city strategy