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
Why do networks fail? And how can we reverse this process?
Why Do Networks Fail? And how can we reverse this process?- An approach led by The Hague University of Applied Sciences. On a European level, facilitating collaboration using thriving consortia is one of the main ways impact is achieved. Join The Hague University of Applied Sciences on 11 December to discuss what makes networks thrive.
ERRIN end-of-year Reception
We warmly invite you to the ERRIN end-of-year Reception to take stock and celebrate the network’s accomplishments in 2023. The reception will take place on 7 December at 18:00 at the ERRIN premises, Rue du Luxembourg 3, 1000 Brussels.
Science with and for Society in European University Alliances: Cross-Alliances Forum 2023
On 30 November-1 December, the Science with and for Society in European University Alliances: Cross-Alliances Forum 2023 will commemorate the achievements of completed and ongoing R&I projects within the European Universities Alliances.
Seminar on Outstanding Research Careers
The seminar on Outstanding Research Careers is a half-day event with engaging talks with interesting speakers representing both the European Commission and the community of early-stage and mid-career researchers.
Skills forecasting and anticipation from an ecosystem perspective - SEFS Working Group online meeting
ERRIN's Science and Education for Society (SEFS) Working Group meeting on skills forecasting and anticipation from an ecosystem perspective has been rescheduled and will take place online on 27 November.
Equality between women and men in the digital sector
The Centre-Val de Loire Region is hosting an event on gender equality in the digital sector. The event will be held in the European Committee of the Regions and will focus on funding opportunities and leadership support.
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
ERRIN is looking for a Project & Communications Assistant (traineeship)
ERRIN is looking for a new trainee! The Project and Communications Assistant will have the opportunity to participate in the daily work of the organisation by carrying out communications tasks and by assisting colleagues working on projects. The deadline to apply is 14 February.
ERRIN is looking for a Project & Policy Manager (Deadline: 14 February)
ERRIN is looking for a new Project and Policy Manager to join its Secretariat! The successful candidate will work to ensure the delivery of ERRIN’s project portfolio and synergies between project planning and delivery within the ERRIN thematic working groups. The deadline to apply is 14 February.
ERRIN welcomes new network Chair and Vice-Chairs
The ERRIN Management Board has appointed a new Chair and two Vice-Chairs, who together form the Troika. New Troika will lead the Management Board in 2022-2023.
Cultural heritage education & training in Europe – pathways to qualifications
ERRIN's CHARTER project has published a new report, 'Cultural heritage education & training in Europe – pathways to qualifications.' The report addresses the European education and training schemes, describing and analysing their many layers.
'Research and Innovation for the Future of Europe' manifesto delivered to Conference Plenary members
The manifesto 'Research and Innovation for the Future of Europe' has been delivered to the Conference Plenary members, which will meet on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 January to debate the first 90 recommendations adopted in recent weeks by the European Citizens’ Panels.
Two new initiatives for higher education: a European strategy for universities
Two new higher education initiatives have been adopted by the European Commission. The European Strategy for Universities and a Commission proposal for a Council Recommendation on building bridges for effective European higher education cooperation are expected to support European universities in their unique position to shape a greener, more inclusive and digital European Union.
Latest Updates
- By Hilary Webb
Call for experts for artificial intelligence and data in education and training
As the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and data as tools in the education and training sector triggers a discussion about the ethics of their uses, the European Commission is forming an expert group on the subject.
- By Heidi Johansson
Call for successful co-creation projects and activities
ERRIN, as a partner in the MOSAIC project, is collecting successful examples of co-creation projects or activities, which can be used as reference in the MOSAIC project’s research work around co-creation as Open Innovation. The deadline for submissions is Friday 14th May.
- By Aija Konisevska Azadi
Looking for schools, universities with a learning lab/VR learning lab for Erasmus+ KA 2 small-scale call
We are looking for a school/ university partner who has the relevance, expertise and the knowledge to engage in a project on VR journey - applying VR technology to visit different climate hotspots around the World in VR. Hereby to contribute to the STEM related interest in your school/university as part of the education under Erasmus+ KA2 small-scale project. The partner must have experiences in creating creative ed-tec with an emotional side to it, eg learning with the whole body. They must be progressive based preferably in the Nordic countries. Finland is highest priority, Sweden, Norway or perhaps Germany. Secondarily other locations like Barcelona, Netherlands, etc.
- By Elena Nielsen
Horizon Europe CL2: Looking for partners for the topic on overcoming discrimination for an inclusive labour market
Partner looking for consortium for Horizon Europe:CL2-2022:TRANSFORMATIONS-01-06: Overcoming discrimination for an inclusive labour market
- By Hilary Webb
Commission launches consultation micro-credentials
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on a European approach to micro-credentials.
- By Anonymous
Looking for ports and vocational education schools within matitime area for Erasmus+ project partnership
Halvorsminde Efterskole og Fri Fagskole looking for project partners ports and vocational education institutions within the maritime sector ( crafts, ship cooks, tourism guides). Potential partners must have the interest to develop a new green curriculum relevant to the industry ( ports) needs addressing existing gaps.