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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Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Strengthening skills governance in regional innovation ecosystems: lessons learnt and remaining challenges
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
The Pact for Skills for CCIs - What next after the Year of Skills?
The European Year of Skills is coming to an end after the Pact for Skills Forum (21- 22 March) and the Closing event, taking place on 30 April, which will reflect on the achievements of the past year
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-
WG Related Events
Webinar "How to support the skills development of the circular construction sector?" The case of the LIFE WASTE2BUILD project
This webinar, taking place on 5 June from 11:00-12:00, is organised in the frame of the EU Green Week and will present the LIFE WASTE2BUILD project of the Metropolis of Toulouse. The webinar will tackle the question of skills development for the circular construction sector.
UNEXPECTED Arts and Science Innovation Forum
The UNEXPECTED Arts and Science Innovation Forum will take place in Lund on 1 June 2023. UNEXPECTED is a forum for cultural professionals, researchers, civil servants, politicians, and entrepreneurs daring to delve into art and science innovation to address societal challenges. Existential Sustainability and innovation in the cultural and creative sector will be explored through six Innovation Spaces.
Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform: ‘Rethinking local policies'
The Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform is hosting an event on ‘Rethinking local policies’, held in Ghent, Belgium on 31 May and 1 June 2023.
Regional development in light of research infrastructures – the importance of ESS & MAX IV for local, regional, national and European innovation capacity
On 31 May, Region Skåne is organising a seminar in Brussels with important discussions about regional development in light of large research infrastructures. The event aims to highlight the importance of the research infrastructures for the local and regional development in Skåne, as well as how the infrastructures contribute to national and European competitiveness and innovation capacity.
Joint SEFS and Policy Working Groups Meeting: European Network of Innovative Higher Education Institutions (ENIHEI) helping drive regional innovation forward
ERRIN SEFS and Policy working groups are organising a joint event focusing on the European Network of Innovative Higher Education Institutions (ENIHEI), a network set up to develop collective innovative thinking on how higher education can drive innovation. The meeting will be held at the Helsinki EU Office on 30 May 2023 from 10:30 to 12:00
The Green and Digital Transition: A Research Perspective
The Universities in South Sweden Brussels office cordially invites you to the inofficial event of the Swedish presidency of the Council of the EU. An event aiming to bring the science behind the green and digital transition from Sweden to Brussels.
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
Feedback opportunity for Horizon Europe work programme 2025
The European Commission opened an opportunity to provide input for the development of the Horizon Europe ‘main’ work programme 2025. Submitted responses will contribute to the co-design of the work programme 2025, covering all six clusters, research infrastructures, European innovation ecosystems, the five EU Missions and the New European Bauhaus facility. The deadline for feedback is 6 May 2024 midday, CEST.
The European Capital of Innovation Awards
In 2024, the European Innovation Council is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the European Capital of Innovation Awards. The competition rewards those European cities that are courageous enough to open their governance practices to experimentation and push the boundaries of technology for the benefit of their citizens. In addition to the monetary reward, the prize brings high visibility in the form of renewed public interest and increased media coverage. The deadline for submission is 18 June 2024, 17:00.
NEIA implementation report & Regional Innovation Valleys update
On 20 March, the Commission published the first report on the state of play of the New European Innovation Agenda, following its launch in July 2022. The document outlines the progress and achievements with regard to the 25 actions under Agenda’s five flagships, including the Regional Innovation Valleys. On the same day, an EU R&I Days debate on the way forward for RIVs was also held.
Express your interest in the 3rd Interreg Europe call via the ERRIN Project Development Tool
Interreg Europe's 3rd call for proposals, launched on 20 March, supports interregional cooperation projects addressing common regional development challenges. Organisations can use the ERRIN Project Development tool to express interest and find partners. The call is open until 7 June 2024.
Horizon Europe strategic plan 2025-2027 is out
On 20 March, the Commission adopted the second Horizon Europe strategic plan. The plan sets out three key strategic orientations for the EU's research and innovation funding for the last three years of the programme (2025-2027). Find out what novelties the new strategic plan brings.
Coventry University Open for MSCA PF Fellows
Marie Skłodowska Curie (MSCA) European Postdoctoral Fellowships - If you are looking to grow in your research profile, keen to boost your career prospects and ready to be part of our thriving research environment, Coventry University invites you to get in touch about suitability for the following MSCA postdoctoral European fellowships at our Coventry campus.
Latest Updates
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
InterTalentum: Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme at UAM+CSIC: 2nd call open until 25/5/2018
The Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) has launched the second international call for proposals of InterTalentum, a Postdoctoral Talent Attraction Programme to the International Excellence Campus (CEI) UAM+CSIC in Madrid. Through this call, UAM offers nine positions of two years duration for experienced researchers. The aim is to build particularly favorable environment to attract the most talen
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Apply for the Standing up for Science workshop
Sense about Science is holding a Standing up for Science EU workshop at KoWi, Brussels (Rue du Trône 98, 1050 Ixelles) on Friday 16 March 2018.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Second call for Region Västra Götaland’s researcher mobility program, MoRE2020
Region Västra Götaland announces a forthcoming call directed towards experienced researchers to submit research proposals for the Mobility for Regional Excellence 2020 programme (MoRE2020). The programme, MoRE2020 will offer experienced researchers (in possession of a doctoral degree or at least four years of full-time equivalent research experience) new and exciting mobility experiences in intern
- By Astrid Hannes
UAS4EUROPE and ERRIN Horizon Europe Proposal Workshop
ERRIN and UAS4EUROPE are co-organising a Horizon Europe Proposal Workshop on 6-7 November 2024 in Brussels. This capacity building workshop will be a great opportunity for participants to unlock the potential of Horizon Europe’s Pillar 2.
- By Daniele Ruggiano
Clean Energy Transition Partnership Annual Conference 2024
The Clean Energy Transition Partnership is organising its annual conference online on 22-23 October 2024. During several sessions, participants will get the chance to contribute to important policy discussions, learn more about how CETPartnership contributes to achieving the clean energy transition goals and engage in networking with several stakeholders.
- By Ewa Chomicz
How knowledge ecosystems can enhance a sustainable and eco-friendly development of European regions
This session held on 9 October 2024 from 11:30-12:30 in person in Brussels in the frame of the European Week of Regions and Cities 2024 will explore how place-based innovation and knowledge ecosystems can give a specific priority and effectively contribute to the goal of environmental sustainability and the green transition in European regions. ERRIN's Director Pirita Lindholm will join the event as speaker.