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🌐 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬: 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝟒 – 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 In today’s digital era, staying safe online is a critical skill for everyone. Digital Safety encompasses protecting your devices, safeguarding personal data and privacy, promoting health and well-being, and understanding the environmental impact of digital technologies. 📢 Join us to explore: 🔹Strategies for securing devices and data 🔹Enhancing physical and psychological well-being in digital spaces 🔹Promoting social inclusion and well-being through technology 🔹Reducing the environmental impact of digital practices This engaging Masterclass, hosted by the University of Dar es Salaam, will include interactive activities, TED Talks, and collaborative discussions to help you share insights and learn from peers worldwide. 📅 Date: Friday, December 13, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00 – 13:00 CET 📍 Platform: Zoom 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/dcrv3Pv6 🔗 Stay updated on future Masterclasses by completing our interest form: https://lnkd.in/dyakxbTd Let’s create a safer, more inclusive digital world together! 🌍 #DigitalSafety #OnlineSecurity #CyberWellbeing #DigitalInclusion #Sustainability #TechForGood #SafeOnline #DigitalSkills #EdTech #Masterclass #LifelongLearning

Last week, I had the honor of celebrating a remarkable milestone: 30 years of the European Training Foundation (ETF) in the beautiful city of 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻.   It was a day to reflect on the incredible journey of an organization that has consistently worked to 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹. Over the years, the ETF has supported countries through critical #transitions, responded to #crises, and helped #communities rebuild through #education. It’s clear that this work goes far beyond systems and policies—it’s about #𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲.   But this celebration wasn’t just about looking back. The conversations were forward-thinking and inspiring, focusing on 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟰𝟬. How can we prepare for the #challenges ahead? How do we make sure that those most in need, whether #younglearners, #adults seeking new opportunities, or communities facing uncertainty, are not left behind? These discussions reminded me of the power of collaboration and bold thinking in 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.   The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the evening celebration at the stunning 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗮 𝗱𝗶 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮. Walking through the beautiful halls, sharing stories, and hearing about the ETF’s vision for the future, I couldn’t help but feel the shared 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 in the room. From the launch of the ETF 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 to the presentation of the 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, it was a night to honor not just the achievements of the past 30 years but the people and partnerships that have made it all possible.   As we celebrate this milestone, I’m left with a hopeful question: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿-𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱?   Here’s to 30 years of impact, collaboration, and vision and to all the possibilities the future holds!   George Zissimos, Dr. Pilvi Torsti, MICHELA FAVARO, Mario Nava, Li Andersson, Hugues Moussy, Agnieszka Skuratowicz, Michiko Suga, Elsa Fornero, Srinivas B Reddy, Riel Miller, Iryna Shumik, Biljana Radonic, Marko Vukasinovic, Hilda EL KHOURY, Liliya Hrynevych, Regina De Dominicis, Sotiria Tsalamani, Paolo Nardi, Stefano Tirati, Giulia Meschino, Fabio Nascimbeni, Doriana Monteleone, Olena Bekh, Susanne M. Nielsen   #evbb #ETF30Years #education #lifelonglearning #collaboration #vocationaleducation #upskilling

♿ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 In honor of Disability Rights Week 2024 from December 2 to 6, we stand in solidarity with efforts to mainstream #disability rights across all policy fields. This annual event serves as a reminder that empowering individuals with disabilities is essential to building an #inclusive, #accessible, and #equal society. The European Parliament will host debates and discussions to further these goals, which resonate with the renewed 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎. Our projects at AKMI International are aligned with these values, focusing on enhancing opportunities for people with disabilities. These include initiatives such as the 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 project, which aims to build capacities for teachers and trainers of adults with disabilities, in order to stimulate them contributing to the inclusion of the disabled population with fewer opportunities into the entrepreneurial sector. 🤝Join us in advocating for equal opportunities and a society that supports everyone. #DisabilityRights #EmpowermentForAll #SocialInclusion #AccessibleSociety #DisabilityWeek #EUDiversity #AKMIInternational #InnovationForInclusion #HumanRights

🌍 𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐀 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝! 🎉 After 4 incredible years (2020–2024), the European Software Skills Alliance (ESSA) has successfully concluded! 💻✨ With 26 partners from 12 EU countries, we worked together through the Erasmus+ Sector Skills Alliance to transform the future of the software sector. This initiative boosted innovation and developed essential skills for thriving in the digital age. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this milestone! Together, we’re empowering software professionals across Europe for a brighter, digital future. 🔗 Stay tuned for what’s next! #SoftwareSkills4EU #ProjectESSA #ErasmusPlus #SoftwareSkillsAlliance #iekAKMIedu #KA2 #erasmusplus #euprojects #erasmus #lifelonglearning #EUVocationalSkills #EUVocationalExcellence #EUErasmusPlus #evbb #evbb_eu

🛠️ 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐕𝐄𝐓𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬! This month, our VETCompass team is deep into the details, refining our methodological frameworks and ensuring every aspect of our work aligns with the evolving needs of vocational education and training (VET). 🚀 A key focus is the development of our innovative game-based assessment tool designed to empower VET teachers to self-assess and enhance their transversal skills. 💡 By combining engaging gameplay with meaningful insights, this tool will help educators identify strengths and opportunities for growth, ensuring they’re fully equipped to support diverse learner needs. We’re excited about the progress we’re making and can’t wait to share more as our project continues to unfold. Stay tuned for updates, and let’s shape the future of VET together! #vetcompass #teacherskills #educationinnovation #vetexcellence #skillsassessment #empowereducators #futureofed #teachingtech #teacherdevelopment #learnwithvetcompass #vocationaleducation #EU #EC European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) I BK CON I ENAIP Veneto I ST Skills Together I Momentum Educate + Innovate I I&F I InnovEd Inc. I iekAKMIedu

🚀 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐗 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🌍 On 26 November, the #TourX partners held their regular Steering Committee meeting and finalised a clear and strong strategy for the next steps of the project. #TourX is dedicated to achieving excellence in #tourism by empowering training providers to adapt skills training to the evolving needs of the industry, driven by both economic and social change. 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 ✨ New strategies are underway, using the knowledge triangle to drive #innovation and strengthen collaboration between #education, #research and #industry. ✨ With the TourX curriculum nearing finalisation, we will soon have comprehensive learning materials available for all partners and stakeholders. We are excited about the progress made so far and look forward to the next phase of the project. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to shape the future of tourism together! 🌟🚀 #TourX #VocationalExcellence #SustainableTourism #CoVE #SkillsForTheFuture #iekAKMIedu #erasmusplus #euprojects #erasmus #lifelonglearning #EUVocationalSkills #EUVocationalExcellence #EUErasmusPlus #evbb #evbb_eu

📢 Σας προσκαλούμε στο 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 του έργου 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐃! 🌊 Θέμα: Γαλάζια Οικονομία: Προκλήσεις, Ευκαιρίες και Δεξιότητες για το Μέλλον – Ο Ρόλος των Clusters 📅 Ημερομηνία: 28 Νοεμβρίου 2024 ⏰ Ώρα: 9:00πμ - 2:00μμ 📍 Τοποθεσία: Piraeus Business Center, Αγ. Δημητρίου 41, Πειραιάς 🎯 Ελάτε να ανακαλύψετε τις τελευταίες εξελίξεις και ευκαιρίες στον τομέα της Γαλάζιας Οικονομίας, καθώς και τον σημαντικό ρόλο των clusters στη βιώσιμη ανάπτυξη. 🤝 Η εκδήλωση πραγματοποιείται από κοινού με τη Strategis - Maritime ICT Cluster - ΣΤΡΑΤΗΓΙΣ - Κέντρο Αριστείας για τη Ναυτιλία. ✅ Η συμμετοχή είναι ΔΩΡΕΑΝ! 👉https://lnkd.in/g_7JbMej #MARMED #MultiplierEvent #BlueEconomy #Clusters #SkillsForTheFuture

Yesterday, I had the privilege of joining the “𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀” session to discuss the future of adult learning in VET, in the content of European Training Foundation Adult learning in Vocational education and training event attending with my colleague Sotiria Tsalamani, co-organised by European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), European Vocational Training Association - EVTA, and EfVET. We explored how to make systems more relevant, inclusive, and impactful by addressing key challenges like sustainable funding, alignment with labor market needs, and outreach to disadvantaged groups.   I highlighted insights from EVBB’s network, including the need for modular, AI-driven approaches that personalize learning and ensure agility in responding to industry demands. 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀—VET providers, higher education, companies, and policymakers—is vital for designing inclusive training opportunities.   One takeaway was the potential of initiatives like 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 and 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀 to make lifelong learning accessible and empower individuals. As we navigate rapid societal changes, creating flexible yet robust policies is essential. I had the pleasure to discuss with the brilliant speakers with whom I had the pleasure of discussing just yesterday: Ms. Iryna Shumik (VET Director of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine), Ms. Cristina Mereuta (ALE Centre) and Ms. Cristina Mereuta from the ETF team. Many thanks to the European Training Foundation team and our colleagues from European Vocational Training Association - EVTA, EfVET and to all the organisers of this special week.   What strategies do you think can make adult learning truly accessible and relevant? I’d love to hear your thoughts! George Zissimos, Florian Kadletz, J.Manuel Galvin Arribas, Anatolii Garmash Giulia Meschino, Paolo Nardi, Olena Bekh, Teuta Danuza, Hasan Basri Özcan, Tina Mavrič, Carlo Stefano Cavicchioli, Sylvia Liuti, Tamara Zakarashvili #vocationalexcellence #adultlearning #vocationaltraining #futureeducation #education #training #collaboration #partnership #impact

✨ 𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖 𝙡𝙤𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨! 🎅 The Christmas season is here, and our office is glowing with holiday cheer! Together as a team, we decorated our Christmas tree, reminding us that the best part of the season is sharing the 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘵. Let's make this holiday magical—together! ❤️🎁 #TeamSpirit #ChristmasVibes #HolidaySeason

📢 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 Today, we stand united to raise awareness and take action to end violence against #women and #girls worldwide. At AKMI International, we are committed to this mission through impactful projects that address gender-based violence and empower communities to create safer, more #inclusive environments. 🌟 Highlights of our efforts: 👉 𝐆𝐁𝐕 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭: Using sports as a tool to combat gender-based violence and foster equality. 👉 𝐄𝐍𝐃 𝐆𝐁𝐕 𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐄𝐓: Supporting vocational education and training institutions to identify, address, and prevent gender-based violence effectively. Through these initiatives, we work towards creating sustainable solutions, promoting education, and empowering individuals to stand against violence. 🔗 Learn more about our projects and join us in making a difference: https://lnkd.in/eNDwRVQn 💜 Together, we can build a world free from violence. #EndViolence #OrangeTheWorld #GenderEquality #iekAKMIedu #KA2 #erasmusplus #euprojects #erasmus #lifelonglearning #EUVocationalSkills #EUVocationalExcellence #EUErasmusPlus #evbb #evbb_eu