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
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
ERRIN’s Circular Economy event: opportunities and challenges for members
ERRIN is organising its 'Circular Economy event: opportunities and challenges for members', taking place in person in Brussels on 21 October 2025 from 9:30 to 12:30, followed by a networking lunch.
How can fourth generation universities take up a transformative role for delivering innovation and impact for regions?
Many theoretical frameworks have been developed to measure the regional innovation impact of universities, aiming at analysing the socioeconomic impact that universities in Europe have on their
WG Related Events
Bridging Continents: Higher education as a tool for EU-Southern Mediterranean cooperation
The Euro-Mediterranean University (EMUNI) and the Euromed University of Fes (UEMF) in cooperation with the Brussels-based Slovenian Business & Research Association (SBRA) is organising a a high-level conference on 11 December 2025 at the European Parliament in Brussels, supported by the Union for the Mediterranean. The event will explore how higher education can drive the Pact’s implementation, strengthen regional alliances, and promote structured EU–Southern Mediterranean dialogue. The European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Ms Dubravka Šuica, has confirmed her participation as…
ERRIN Autumn General Meeting 2025
ERRIN’s 2025 Autumn General Meeting will take place on 10 December from 16:00 CET, followed by a networking reception with keynotes. The event will be kindly hosted by Scotland Europa (Scotland House, Rdpt Robert Schuman 6, 1040 Brussels, Belgium).
UnILiON Annual Event
High-level executives of UnILiON member universities, European policymakers, and industry representatives will convene to explore how Europe can strengthen its innovation capacity through deeper university–industry collaboration. Under the theme 'Competitive Together: Universities and Industry for a Prosperous Europe', discussions will highlight opportunities, challenges and best practices from Higher Education Institutions in building robust collaborative ecosystems. They will also reflect on the responsibility of researchers and academic leaders in shaping Europe’s innovation future.
Low Carbon Cluster and Policy WG meeting: Exploring the future European Competitiveness Fund
As part of the series of ERRIN meetings on exploring the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) proposals (Horizon Europe, National and Regional Partnership Plans), the three Working Groups under the Low Carbon Cluster – Energy and Climate Change WG, Transport WG, Smart Cities WG – and the Policy WG are co-organising a meeting on the future European Competitiveness Fund (ECF). The meeting will take place on 4 November, 14:30–16:30 at the ERRIN premises.
European Startup Village Forum 2025
The European Startup Village Forum 2025, taking place on 29 October in Brussels, is a high-level event dedicated to exploring the dynamics of innovation and entrepreneurship in rural areas. Organised by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), the Forum brings together researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers and rural stakeholders to share insights, experiences and strategies for building thriving rural innovation ecosystems.
Empowering Europe through electrochemistry
Organised by Slovenia’s National Institute of Chemistry and the Brussels-based Slovenian Business & Research Association (SBRA), this high-level half-day conference at the Permanent Representation of Slovenia to the EU will highlight cutting-edge European initiatives, regional participation in Horizon Europe and the widening opportunities to build a strong, interconnected electrochemistry ecosystem across Europe.
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.
WG Related Content
Migration and democracy partners
South Wales Business School, University of South Wales is looking for partners interested in Horizon Europe calls on migration.
Get involved in ERRIN's work shaping the EU’s long-term budget post-2027
Ahead of the European Commission’s public consultations on the Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034, with feedback periods closing in early November, ERRIN is coordinating collective member inputs to ensure that the place-based innovation ecosystem approach is heard in the evolving debate. This article outlines ERRIN’s ongoing advocacy work and how members can contribute directly to shaping the network’s final responses to the Commission’s consultations on Horizon Europe, European Competitiveness Fund and the National and Regional Partnership Plans.
ERRIN at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2025
The 23rd European Week of Regions and Cities (EWRC) brought together over 6,000 participants in Brussels under the motto Shaping Tomorrow, Together. As the largest annual event on EU Cohesion Policy, it provided a platform for cities and regions to exchange ideas on sustainable development, innovation and inclusiveness. ERRIN and its members were actively engaged throughout the week, contributing to and supporting several sessions that highlighted the importance of strong and connected regional innovation ecosystems.
ERA Act public consultation is open
On 14 October, the European Commission launched the public stakeholder consultation for the European Research Area (ERA) Act. The consultation will remain open for feedback from all stakeholders for 12 weeks until 5 January 2026, and follows the earlier ERA Act call for evidence that ran from August to September this year.
Assen & Hanze UAS seeking to join a consortium for the DUT 15-Minute City Call 3
The city of Assen, together with Hanze University of Applied Sciences (NL), is looking to join an existing consortium in the DUT 15-Minute City Call. We are interested in the DUT call 15mC call 3: Mobility policymaking in context of radical contestation, possibly in combination with the other two topics, depending on the specific topic of the research. We aim to contribute as a city pilot and applied research partner, offering a real-life case for testing and co-developing innovative participation and communication methods that engage citizens in sustainable mobility transitions.
Management Board elections 2025 – call for nominations launched!
Every year ERRIN holds elections for the Management Board. Becoming a member of the Board offers a unique opportunity to develop ERRIN further and strategically lead the network’s activities. You can put forward your candidature for this year’s elections until 17 October.
Latest Updates
- By Ingeborg Bennink
Assen & Hanze UAS seeking to join a consortium for the DUT 15-Minute City Call 3
The city of Assen, together with Hanze University of Applied Sciences (NL), is looking to join an existing consortium in the DUT 15-Minute City Call. We are interested in the DUT call 15mC call 3: Mobility policymaking in context of radical contestation, possibly in combination with the other two topics, depending on the specific topic of the research. We aim to contribute as a city pilot and applied research partner, offering a real-life case for testing and co-developing innovative participation and communication methods that engage citizens in sustainable mobility transitions.
- By Dubravka Jurišić
Call for members interested in participating in a proposal for Erasmus+ Blueprint project on Skills in the CRAFTS sector
For the upcoming Erasmus+ Lot 2 calls on Alliances for Sectoral Cooperation on Skills (implementing the 'Blueprint'), ERRIN is exploring the possibility of joining a proposal for a Skills Alliance in the sector of Crafts and Artisanship. We are inviting members regions with relevant prior experience and track record on skills and/or the crafts sector to express interest in joining the proposal as affiliated partners through ERRIN.
- By Ewa Chomicz
Management Board elections 2025 – call for nominations launched!
Every year ERRIN holds elections for the Management Board. Becoming a member of the Board offers a unique opportunity to develop ERRIN further and strategically lead the network’s activities. You can put forward your candidature for this year’s elections until 17 October.
- By Maria Bostrom
Shape ERRIN's 2026 agenda
ERRIN's Annual Survey for the 2026 agenda has been launched! The responses from this survey will be used by the Working Group and Task Force leaders during the annual strategy workshops in November to shape the activities in 2025. We invite all of ERRIN's members to share their current R&I priorities, topics and preferences for working with ERRIN in 2026. The survey is open until 31 October 2025.
- By Maria Bostrom
Shape ERRIN's 2026 agenda
ERRIN's Annual Survey for the 2026 agenda has been launched! The responses from this survey will be used by the Working Group and Task Force leaders during the annual strategy workshops in November to shape the activities in 2026. We invite all of ERRIN's members to share their current R&I priorities, topics and preferences for working with ERRIN in 2026. The survey is open until 31 October 2025.
- By Maria Bostrom
Get involved in ERRIN's work shaping the EU’s long-term budget post-2027
While the Commission’s proposal for the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034 sets out an initial framework, many details remain open and will be shaped in the coming negotiations. At this decisive stage, ERRIN is actively advocating for a place-based, ecosystem-driven approach in the future EU R&I funding – through member exchanges, co-created consultation responses, and ongoing dialogue with EU policymakers. This article outlines ERRIN’s ongoing contribution to the debate on the future of R&I funding post-2027 and highlights how members can play an active role in ERRIN's work on shaping the next MFF.