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🗓 On July 2, 2024, the Milestone Group in Groningen held a stakeholders meeting to discuss ongoing projects and future collaborations. The session began with a brief introduction, highlighting the benefits of international cooperation. Participants emphasized the value of observing each other's work, recognizing similarities, and learning from one another, united in a common goal: helping non-European citizens find meaningful employment. We presented our baseline study, which resonated with many in the room. There was a collective sense of recognition – this is indeed the current situation in the northern Netherlands. 📈 One key point raised during the discussion was the fragmentation of local initiatives. Many small, local projects exist, but municipalities are often unaware of them. As a result, a potentially valuable program in a neighboring municipality might go unnoticed by coaches of non-European citizens, simply because the information isn’t accessible. Combining these initiatives in some form could enhance their visibility and impact. Another issue discussed was the lack of visibility for young non-European citizens. Although projects are often designed with this group in mind, participation remains low. Several initiatives were shared during the meeting, sparking a productive conversation. This dialogue may serve as the foundation for a shared database, bringing together all relevant initiatives. Finally, we extended an invitation to all stakeholders to join our upcoming peer review, encouraging further collaboration and participation. Interreg Europe

I was delighted to speak today at the FAIR-Impact National Roadshow in The Hague. I started with a little story. About 18 months ago, I embarked on a journey with a career coach to gain clarity on what truly matters to me in my career. One of the first exercises was identifying my personal values. This experience was eye-opening and I highly recommend it to everyone—it can help you understand what’s important in all areas of your life. For me, making a difference with empathy, using my creativity, constantly learning, and having my expertise recognized are my guiding principles. These values shape my life and decisions, reflecting what I stand for and aspire to be. When UNESCO published their recommendations on Open Science in 2021, I noticed a strong alignment between my personal values and the values of Open Research, such as quality and integrity, collective benefit, equity and fairness, and diversity and inclusiveness. Recognizing this alignment keeps me motivated and enthusiastic about promoting FAIR Data and Open Research. It’s easy to dismiss corporate values as clichés, but shared values can be powerful motivators. This is my WHY. Understanding why we do what we do at a fundamental level keeps us going, even when the journey is tough. Every time I face challenges or repetitive conversations, I remind myself that I believe in the power of FAIR data to make the world a better place. #OpenScience #FAIRData #PersonalValues #CareerJourney #Motivation

Today and tomorrow are the last days to send your application for Conference grants - either as Dissemination Grant (for oral presentations) or ITC grant (for applicants from ITC countries to participate in a conference) Check the rules and take action. It’s your chance to take advantage of being part of the LUCES COST Action #COSTActions #ScienceWithoutBorders

📣 Event: From Idea to Action and Impact: mobilizing the outcomes of the Summit of the Future Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 9:45 – 11:00 AM Location: United Nations Headquarters, Room CR11 405 E 45th St. New York New York 10017 Passes to Summit of the Future Action Days at UN headquarters are required. This high-level side event will explore specific proposals from the Wales Protocol for Future Generations, demonstrating how they can be effectively implemented to fulfill the ambitions of the Summit of the Future’s Declaration on Future Generations. These exemplars showcase how the protocol’s proposals can be drawn upon and implemented across communities, member states, and international contexts for broader and more impactful outcomes. Led by the UNESCO-MOST BRIDGES Coalition, The Office of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales and an international consortium of academic and civil society organisations. Organised in collaboration with the Management of Social Transformations (MOST) programme of UNESCO. As we approach the Summit of the Future, look out for our series introducing the passionate participants who will be gathering at this side event; coming together for a shared cause to ensure the lives of future generations are considered and given the opportunity to thrive! From Idea to Action and Impact: mobilizing the outcomes of the Summit of the Future Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/eHiPncMK Thanks & appreciation to Ministry of Social Development, South Africa, and the Kingdom of Thailand, our official member-state sponsors. Thanks & appreciation to our consortium's partners from civil society and academia, who have been instrumental in this initiative, ASU Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory Arizona State University World Academy of Art and Science  Center for Science and Imagination, Arizona State University University of Wales Trinity Saint David The Club of Rome Learning Planet Institute Globethics InterAction Council   School of International Futures (SOIF) Leonardo/ISAST Tamkeen Community Foundation for Human Development #futuregenerations #summitofthefuture #SOTF #walesprotocolforfuturegenerations #pactforthefuture #FromIdeaToAction #declarationonfuturegenerations #futuregens

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Breaking Barriers: The Future of European Cooperative Enterprises At TEAMIT+, we're not just dreaming of a better future—we're building it! 🏗️🇪🇺 Our latest report, led by our UPNA partners, dives deep into the challenges and opportunities for multinational, multicultural cooperatives in Europe. Here's what we've uncovered: 🚧 Challenges: • Complex regulations for European Cooperative Societies (SCEs) • Insufficient incentives compared to national models • Balancing local roots with cross-border ambitions 🌟 Our Action Plan: 1. Boost SCE education and awareness 2. Bridge international collaboration gaps 3. Gather real-world feedback to shape policy 4. Build strong support networks 5. Craft tailored strategies for service-sector co-ops 6. Harness digital tech for borderless operations We're committed to empowering TEAMIT+ teampreneurs to overcome these hurdles and create innovative, cross-cultural cooperative enterprises that truly reflect the diversity and unity of Europe. Ready to redefine European business? Join us in shaping a more collaborative, inclusive economy! 🤝🌍 Find out more on //https://lnkd.in/dtkS6pFy

Exciting Update on the RIS4SEB Project! 🚀 I'm thrilled to share that I recently had the opportunity to give my first-ever interview with none other than Science Business. A big thank you to Florin Zubascu for reaching out to us. I hope our discussion provides valuable insights and inspiration to those embarking on their own project journeys. 🌟 Additionally, RIS4SEB now has its own LinkedIn profile! Follow us for the latest updates and developments. Stay tuned! #RIS4SEB #Innovation #FirstInterview #ScienceBusiness #ProjectJourney #FollowUs

Tomorrow we will talk about AI and the challenges of the 4 Motors for Europe in the #EURegionsWeek.

Today marks a significant milestone as Connecting Europe, funded by Stiftung Mercator GmbH, embarks on its fourth phase starting 1 July 2024! Since its inception in 2017, Connecting Europe has created a vibrant network of 45+ civil society organisations from 12 European countries. Our goal is to connect these organisations with EU decision-makers and the broader EU policy community, promoting dialogue on vital issues like democracy, green and digital policies, EU enlargement, and foreign policy. Our new phase brings two innovative focus areas: 🌍 Thinking Enlarged: We will collaborate with civil society in the Western Balkans and Eastern Partnership, focusing on their potential EU accession. 💡 Strategic Engagement: By taking a more active role in advising our network, we aim to increase our strategic impact. Stay connected and join us in our mission! 👉 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ernu4cvR European Policy Centre #ConnectingEurope #EUIntegration #CivilSociety #EUEnlargement #PolicyDialogue