Working Group Leaders

Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of the Science & Education for Society Working Group.

Science & Education for Society

The Science & Education for Society Working Group addresses topics related to the concept of place-based universities and engagement with society and citizens while also working on the role of education (both VET and Higher Education) in the Research and Innovation Smart Specialisation Strategies (RIS3) as well as education and skills for research and innovation. The Working Group facilitates information sharing, knowledge development, and aims to strengthen existing and build new relationships with the EU institutions. Facilitating project development is also part of the Working Group's scope. For this purpose, the Working Group assesses the interest of the membership for specific calls under Erasmus+ and support in the most efficient way the members in building consortia, primarily with the ERRIN online tool for project development.  

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European University Alliances and their commitment to support the connection  of regional innovation ecosystems

European University Alliances and their commitment to support the connection of regional innovation ecosystems

Astrid Hannes

In September 2022 the SEFS Working Group discussed with the European Commission and regional examples the relationship between the then 44 European Universities and the S3-strategies of the regions

Unlocking potential, regional perspectives on knowledge valorisation 

SEFS Working Group meeting: Unlocking potential, regional perspectives on knowledge valorisation 

Astrid Hannes

In the 2022 Council Recommendation, knowledge valorisation is referred to as the process of creating social and economic value from knowledge by linking different areas and sectors and by

Strengthening skills governance in regional innovation ecosystems:  lessons learnt and remaining challenges

Strengthening skills governance in regional innovation ecosystems: lessons learnt and remaining challenges

Astrid Hannes

As the activities of the EU Year of Skills came to an end in April 2024, the Science and Education for Society Working Group is organising a Working Group meeting to reflect on the lessons learnt

WG Related Events

WG Related Events

Conference about Internships in future hospitals

The South Denmark European Office is organising a final European conference about the HEAL project (internsHips in futurE hospitALs), an ERASMUS+ project which aims to contribute to the European Health Policy and protect the health of European citizens by developing high quality teaching of future medical doctors and nurses. 

The Polish Council Presidency 2025 - Priorities and Challenges

The partner regions Wielkopolska and Hessen are organising a lunchtime event: The Polish Council Presidency 2025 – Priorities and Challenges on 23 January 2025 at 13:00 (light lunch as of 12.30) at the Multiple Regions House, 21, Rue Montoyer in Brussels.

IGLO Open on the Polish Presidency: programme and R&I priorities

The 'IGLO Open on the Polish Presidency: programme and R&I priorities' will take place on Wednesday 22 January 2025. The event, hosted by the PolSCA PAS Office in Brussels, will be held at the NCBR/BSP Office in Brussels. You are warmly invited to join the “IGLO Open on the Polish Presidency: programme and R&I priorities” that will take place on January 22 (Wednesday) 2025. The event is hosted by the PolSCA PAS Office in Brussels and will take place at the NCBR/BSP Office in Brussels (Rue Belliard 40; 5th fl.).

Laying the Foundation for Healthy and Active Ageing: The Role of Schools in Promoting Lifelong Wellbeing

On 16 January, South Denmark European Office will be hosting a conference entitled 'Laying the Foundation for Healthy and Active Ageing: The Role of Schools in Promoting Lifelong Wellbeing'. Being the final European conference of the ERASMUS+ project 'School Health in Europe 4 Active and Healthy Ageing', the event is especially aimed at participants who work with health promotion at local and European level.

Opening up R&I Processes: Who to Engage, and How?

REINFORCING project is organising the workshop 'Opening up R&I Processes: Who to Engage, and How?". This crash course will explore strategies for aligning research and innovation (R&I) with societal needs through meaningful stakeholder engagement. This workshop provides practical tools and actionable insights to help researchers, innovators or professionals working in R&I to identify and collaborate with the right audiences, ensuring more inclusive and impactful outcomes.

PIONEER Alliance: Iuav and New Research Perspectives for European Cities

The Università Iuav di Venezia, in collaboration with the Veneto Region, is organising an event called 'PIONEER Alliance: New Perspectives for European Cities' which will take place in Brussels on December 10.

WG Documents

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.

WG Related Content

WG Related Content

CHARTER’s Recommendations: A roadmap for a thriving cultural heritage sector

CHARTER, the European Cultural Heritage Skills Alliance funded by Erasmus+, has released its twelve recommendations to strengthen the heritage sector by addressing skills gaps, promoting lifelong learning and fostering professional mobility. Discover the full recommendations to understand how CHARTER is shaping a resilient and forward-thinking heritage ecosystem.

Skills for the green transition: Erasmus+ KA220 - Search for Partners for the project 'Mining for the Future'

‘Mining for the Future’ seeks to contribute to the transition of coal miners into employment in the green and digital sector, by ensuring the right upskilling and re-skilling opportunities. The focus will be on identifying short, technical courses to strengthen the qualification of miners for green industry jobs as well as identifying what measures and initiatives are necessary when it comes to the training of trainers.

Erasmus+ KA220 - Search for Partners for the project 'Mining for the Future'

The project 'Mining for the Future' seeks to contribute to the transition of coal miners into employment in the green and digital sector through reskilling initiatives, by ensuring the right upskilling and re-skilling opportunities.

Erasmus+: Danish library looking for partners - upskilling library staff and improving relations with library users

The primary target group for this project is library staff who will be upskilled to create inclusive library spaces focused on building relationships within their communities.

Erasmus+: Danish language school looking for partners - using AI in language learning for adults

VSKdansk is a public language school teaching Danish primarily to adult newcomers. It’s a collaboration between several municipalities in the Greater Copenhagen area. They are looking for partners for a project idea on developing an AI-based personal learning assistant, which can supplement the teaching with relevant ‘authentic’ exercises that stimulate and develop both oral and written language skills.

Looking for partners for Erasmus+ KA2 Call for projects on Fabrics and Fashion for the future

Looking for partners for the Erasmus+ KA2 Cooperation Partnerships in School education call. The project aims to increase young people's knowledge of and interest in the textile industry's potential in relation to sustainable production, sustainable entrepreneurship and service.

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  • By Astrid Hannes

CHARTER’s Recommendations: A roadmap for a thriving cultural heritage sector

CHARTER, the European Cultural Heritage Skills Alliance funded by Erasmus+, has released its twelve recommendations to strengthen the heritage sector by addressing skills gaps, promoting lifelong learning and fostering professional mobility. Discover the full recommendations to understand how CHARTER is shaping a resilient and forward-thinking heritage ecosystem.

  • By Anonymous

Skills for the green transition: Erasmus+ KA220 - Search for Partners for the project 'Mining for the Future'

‘Mining for the Future’ seeks to contribute to the transition of coal miners into employment in the green and digital sector, by ensuring the right upskilling and re-skilling opportunities. The focus will be on identifying short, technical courses to strengthen the qualification of miners for green industry jobs as well as identifying what measures and initiatives are necessary when it comes to the training of trainers.

  • By Anonymous

Erasmus+ KA220 - Search for Partners for the project 'Mining for the Future'

The project 'Mining for the Future' seeks to contribute to the transition of coal miners into employment in the green and digital sector through reskilling initiatives, by ensuring the right upskilling and re-skilling opportunities.

  • By Greater Copenhagen EU Office

Erasmus+: Danish library looking for partners - upskilling library staff and improving relations with library users

The primary target group for this project is library staff who will be upskilled to create inclusive library spaces focused on building relationships within their communities.

  • By Greater Copenhagen EU Office

Erasmus+: Danish language school looking for partners - using AI in language learning for adults

VSKdansk is a public language school teaching Danish primarily to adult newcomers. It’s a collaboration between several municipalities in the Greater Copenhagen area. They are looking for partners for a project idea on developing an AI-based personal learning assistant, which can supplement the teaching with relevant ‘authentic’ exercises that stimulate and develop both oral and written language skills.

  • By Aija Konisevska Azadi

Looking for partners for Erasmus+ KA2 Call for projects on Fabrics and Fashion for the future

Looking for partners for the Erasmus+ KA2 Cooperation Partnerships in School education call. The project aims to increase young people's knowledge of and interest in the textile industry's potential in relation to sustainable production, sustainable entrepreneurship and service.