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.
ERRIN Contact
Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
ERRIN Strategic Cluster Kick-Off Meeting: Towards A European Competitiveness Fund?
This ERRIN Strategic Cluster kick-off meeting will serve to launch the activities of the Policy, Smart Specialisation and Science & Education Working Groups in 2025. It will provide an
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
European University Alliances and their commitment to support the connection of regional innovation ecosystems
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
SEFS Working Group meeting: Unlocking potential, regional perspectives on knowledge valorisation
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
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
CHARTER Final Conference: Future Horizons of Professional Skills and Training in the Heritage Sector
On 28 November 2024, the CHARTER European Skills Alliance for Cultural Heritage is presenting the project results at its final conference taking place in Barcelona. During this conference, heritage stakeholders will learn and discuss the project's key learning and recommendations and explore future directions for the cultural heritage sector. We will present the most important challenges, shortcomings and good practices in re- and upskilling the cultural heritage workforce.
AGORADA+ in Charleroi (BE) - innovation in life sciences, cleantech and advanced manufacturing ecosystems for regional development
Invitation to AGORADA+ 2024, taking place on 27 and 28 November 2024. The event is promoted by the European Network of European Regional Agencies EURADA, in partnership with IGRETEC Charleroi, the European Cluster Collaboration Platform and the European Commission.
Presentation of the European Capital of Culture 2025 Nova Gorica - Gorizia official programme
With less than 100 days remaining until the opening of the European Capital of Culture 2025 Nova Gorica-Gorizia, excitement is building. This first cross-border capital of culture, situated on the border between Slovenia and Italy, between the Alps and the Mediterranean, embodies the slogan GO! BORDERLESS, which carries a powerful message: to transcend borders and create anew.
The European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation: Increasing participation and broadening horizons
The Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU and the General Secretariat of the Council are organising a joint event on "The European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation: Increasing participation and broadening horizons". The event will take place on 14 November 2024 from 14:00-18:30 in person in Brussels.
WIRE 2024: Regions as catalysts of European RDI competitiveness - the role of regions in the reduction of fragmentation in the European innovation ecosystem
This year's edition of the Week of Innovative Regions in Europe (WIRE) will take place on 13-14 November 2024 in Budapest. The event is organised by the National Research, Development and Innovation Office in Budapest, under the Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with ERRIN as part of the Steering Committee. Registration is open until 8 November at noon CET.
UAS4EUROPE and ERRIN Horizon Europe Capacity Building Workshop
UAS4Europe and ERRIN are co-organising a ‘Horizon Europe Capacity-Building Workshop’ on 6-7 November 2024 in Brussels. The workshop is specifically designed to support newcomers to the Horizon Europe Programme coming from regional ecosystems, including universities of applied sciences, policy-makers, and public administrations.
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
Partner search: Adult education and capacity building (Erasmus+)
Pomorskie Region is searching for potential project partners in the field of adult edulcation and capacity building willing to cooperate and submit a proposal under ERASMUS+ / Cooperation partnerships in adult education (KA220-ADU).
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.
Latest Updates
- By Sonia Palomo
Open call to join the AgriFood4Future Centres of Vocational Excellence
Open call to join the AgriFood4Future Centres of Vocational Excellence operating across six European countries — Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, Greece, and Belgium.
- By Urszula Sokolowska
Partner search: Adult education and capacity building (Erasmus+)
Pomorskie Region is searching for potential project partners in the field of adult edulcation and capacity building willing to cooperate and submit a proposal under ERASMUS+ / Cooperation partnerships in adult education (KA220-ADU).
- 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 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.