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
EU Design Day 2024
The 12th edition of EU Design Day will happen in Brussels on 17 September 2024, gathering key stakeholders from the design and creativity sectors for a networking opportunity with familiar and new
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Artificial Intelligence related strategies at local and regional level – ICT WG Meeting
In December 2023, the Council and the European Parliament reached a political agreement on the AI Act, setting out rules for the development and usage of AI in Europe. With AI's growing importance
Policy & Smart Specialisation WGs meeting: Widening in FP10 and impact on cohesion policy post-2027
The topic of widening gathers high attention in the discussions around the next European Framework Programme for R&I, raising questions with the potential to influence not only the Widening sub-
The role of DIH in supporting public authorities’ digital transformation – ICT Working Group meeting
The European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) initiative is part of the Digital Europe Programme. EDIHs function as one-stop shops for the public and private sectors alike, enabling them to respond to
WG Related Events
ICT WG: Towards digital transformation of public services – networking session
This in-person meeting organised by the ICT Working Group on 13 October from 16:00-19:00 at the ERRIN premises in Brussels, will offer all interested ERRIN members a chance to find out more about available ways to engage to bring the digital transformation of public services in their respective regions and cities forward.
Digital Realities in Tourism
During European Week of Regions and Cities, the DIGITOURISM project (INTERREG Europe) will present the workshop "Digital realities in tourism".
How can we strengthen collaboration between regions and RTOs to further support a sustainable transition?
As part of the upcoming European Week of Regions and Cities, ERRIN in cooperation with EARTO is organising a joint online workshop on how to strengthen collaboration between regions and research and technology organisations (RTOs) to support a sustainable transition. The event will take place on 12 October from 16:30-18:00 CEST.
Addressing the European digital skills gap of Regions and Cities on AI and Big Data, now for real
ERRIN's DT4REGIONS project together with the Living-in.EU initiative under the lead of ENoLL, with the support of the Computer Vision Center, are organising a joint international online workshop on 12 October 2022 from 9:30 to 11:00 CEST. The event will take place in the frame of this year's European Week of Regions and Cities.
Empowered youth, better future in EU capital cities and regions
As 2022 is the European Year of Youth, the Capital Cities and Regions Network (CCRN), including the City of Riga, is organising a workshop focused on empowering European youth in the frame of the upcoming European Week of Regions and Cities. The workshop will take place on 10 October in Brussels and online.
European Research and Innovation Days 2022
The European Research and Innovation Days (RiDaysEU) is the European Commission’s annual flagship Research and Innovation event. This year’s edition will take place online on 28 – 29 September.
WG Documents
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
University College of Northern Denmark is looking for project partners for Radiography Erasmus+ call
University College of Northern Denmark looking for partners within the radiography area, such as educational institutions, research labs, and technical partners, to apply for an Erasmus+ project.
Expression of interest: Circular Cities and Regions Initiative Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues
The Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI), one of ERRIN's projects, is organising Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues in 2024-2025 to identify Research & Innovation Gaps that need to be bridged to boost the circular economy at the local and regional level. Experts are invited to express their interest in participating in the CCRI Dialogues to share their research and innovation needs and feed into the design of the Horizon Europe 2025-2027 calls.
ERRIN end of year reception - 2023 Highlights
On 7 December, ERRIN celebrated the network’s achievements in 2023. Following an engaging meeting with leaders of our 15 Working Groups, all ERRIN members were invited to a cocktail reception featuring a keynote from Markus Schulte, Head of Cabinet of Iliana Ivanova, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth. Check out ERRIN 2023 highlights in a 3-minute video.
A look forward: Launching ERRIN reflections on regional dimension in R&I post-2027
Autumn 2023 marked the start of ERRIN’s targeted reflections on regional dimension in research and innovation in the new EU Multiannual Financial Framework post-2027, relating to the next EU Framework Programme for R&I (FP10) and future cohesion policy. We are offering a recap of our activities so far, first messages and planned next steps.
Management Board elections 2023 – results
Following the call for nominations for ERRIN Management Board held between 20 September and 5 October, we are happy to announce the nominated Management Board members. The five nominees will be approved as new Management Board members at the ERRIN Extraordinary General Meeting on 16 November.
The Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences is searching for partners for Horizon call: Past, present and future of democracies
The Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences is searching for partners for Horizon call: HORIZON-CL2-2024-DEMOCRACY-01-04, The interrelation between social, cultural and political identities, as well as the sense of belonging, and democracies.
Latest Updates
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
The New European Bauhaus Prizes 2021- voting is open!
The New European Bauhaus Prizes 2021- voting is open! This initiative aims to break down boundaries between science and technology, art, culture and social inclusion, to find solutions to transform our living places and make them more beautiful, sustainable and inclusive. Vote until 18 June 2021.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
ERRIN event on the New European Bauhaus: open call for regional examples
ERRIN is organising a meeting on the New European Bauhaus initiative on 29 June. Express your interest if you have a concrete example of what is already happening on the ground related to the NEB and how this work could be further strengthened and accelerated through the Bauhaus initiative. Deadline for expressions of interest: 17th June.
- By Catherine Marston
Horizon Europe Cluster 3 - human trafficking call
Cardiff Metropolitan University is looking for at least three European partners with expertise in: - Human trafficking (social or political science and/or other) - Dark web (computer science) - Law (with expertise around human trafficking)
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Survey on the state of digital transformation at the regional level and Covid-19 induced changes
The European Committee of the Regions and EUROCHAMBRES invite you to participate in a short survey on the state of digital transformation at the regional level and Covid-19 induced changes to the economy and business models and their consequences for regions.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Europe's Digital Decade: Commission launches consultation and discussion on EU digital principles
The Commission has launched a public consultation on the formulation of a set of principles to promote and uphold EU values in the digital space.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Exploratory study for the European Parliament on “Artificial Intelligence and urban development”
The CSIL, Centre for Industrial Studies, is carrying out an exploratory study for the European Parliament on “Artificial Intelligence and urban development”. We invite our members to provide their input to the study.