08.01.2025 | Gen-Infinity
30.12.2024 | Develop
As of December 1st, we have officially started the implementation of the project “DEVELOP: Diverse Offer for Equal Living, Inspiring Entrepreneurship, and Progress,” which will run until May 31, 2026!
Our goal is to enhance entrepreneurial skills among women from rural areas by creating innovative educational materials focused on regional entrepreneurship.
We kicked off the project with an online meeting alongside our partners: KGW Zemborzyce from Poland and B-Creative Association from Sweden. Together, we aim to create a space for learning, sharing experiences, and mutual support. During the first online meeting, we discussed the project’s main objectives and the activities to be implemented.
The project is co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ programme.
Find more information on our website: https://ffi.org.pl/en/develop-eng/
Join us on this exciting journey!
23.12.2024
18.12.2024 | 5MEL
A Look Back at Our December "Five Matters of Eco-Love" Workshops!
- Nature photographers and photojournalists’ work (December 2nd),
- Creative recycling and upcycling (December 9th),
- STEAM in nature (December 16th).
10.12.2024 | TRANSFORM
“Blueprint of Tomorrow” Survey – Shape the Future of Work!
We kindly invite you to participate in the anonymous Blueprint of Tomorrow survey – a unique initiative co-funded by the European Union under the CERV program (Citizens, Equality, Rights, and Values).
This survey is part of a broader project titled “The Future of Human Workforce: Embracing Change, Challenges, and Opportunities” carried out by an international consortium of nine partner organizations. The coordinator of this survey research is the Portuguese public university, Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (ISCTE).
The survey is available in English as well as in all the languages of the project partners to ensure your convenient and full participation.
The aim of the project is to examine the key factors influencing the future development of the human workforce, particularly in the context of technological advancements such as automation, artificial intelligence, and robotics, which are transforming industries and creating new professional opportunities.
Why participate?
The Blueprint of Tomorrow survey offers an opportunity for all Europeans aged 18 and over to share their insights about the challenges and opportunities in the current and future labor market. Your valuable opinions will help us:
- Understand the current challenges in the labor market.
- Explore expectations for the future of work.
- Identify the skills, competencies, and abilities workers will need to succeed in new and evolving roles.
How will your feedback be used?
The collected data and insights, gathered anonymously, will help address the most pressing needs of the labor sector. Together, we will develop solutions to ensure the European workforce is prepared for the challenges of the future.
By participating in the survey, you will become part of a crucial debate about the future of work in Europe. Your input will contribute to the creation of strategies that support workers and foster professional development opportunities across the continent.
Click the link below to participate in the survey and share your opinion:
Thank you for your time and feedback. Together, let us create a labor market ready for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
We also encourage you to share the survey with others who may be interested in expressing their views. Thank you for your involvement in shaping the future of work!
15.11.2024 | TRANSFORM
Fundacja "Fundusz Inicjatyw" at the workshop in Slovenia!
- Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) – examining how these technologies are changing job roles and how to prepare for the increasing automation of processes.
- Sustainable Development – exploring the steps needed to ensure economic growth goes hand in hand with environmental responsibility and corporate social responsibility.
- Employee Well-being – discussing ways to introduce changes in the workforce that enhance employee well-being, create healthy work environments, and combat burnout.
14.11.2024 | TRANSFORM
Transformation of the Job Market – Why Now?
07.11.2024 | THRIVE50+
Family and Friends Support
30.10.2024 | EduForFuture
Education after 55?
- Define Your Goals – Think about what inspires you most. Are you interested in advancing in a specific field, or would you prefer to catch up on something you’ve always enjoyed?
- Choose the Right Learning Resources – From online courses and lectures to hands-on workshops, the options are endless! Decide if live classes or flexible, self-paced learning works better for you.
- Keep a Routine – Set a schedule to engage in learning regularly. Even an hour a week can make a huge difference!
25.10.2024 | TRANSFORM
Inspiring TRANSFORM Events!
On October 8th and 10th, 2024, we had the pleasure of attending two highly inspiring sessions as part of the TRANSFORM: The Future of Human Workforce project. Hosted at Ekonomska šola Novo mesto, these events were filled with thought-provoking discussions about the role of automation, AI, and robotics in shaping the future of work.
At the Kick-off Meeting (October 8th), we explored the project’s objectives and reviewed initial findings from the State of the Art analysis. The workshop (October 10th) provided deeper insights into workforce transformation, evolving job roles, and the essential skills for the workforce of the future.
These events were both inspiring and enlightening, opening up exciting new perspectives on the future of work. Many thanks to all participants for their engagement and contributions!
23.10.2024 | 5MEL
Eco Holidays
Want to travel while caring for the environment? Start by choosing lower-emission transportation – trains or bikes are great alternatives to planes and cars. When booking accommodation, look for eco-friendly places like hotels with environmental certifications or sustainable farm stays. Avoid plastic packaging and carry reusable bottles and bags. Support local communities by using their services and products. This approach allows you to enjoy travel while minimizing your environmental footprint!
21.10.2024 | 5MEL
Dreaming of your own eco-friendly corner?
A sustainable garden is a perfect way to care for the planet while enjoying the beauty of nature. Plant drought-resistant species that require less water, use rainwater for irrigation, and apply natural fertilizers like compost. Don’t forget about pollinators – creating spaces with bee- and butterfly-friendly flowers helps support the ecosystem. By tending to your garden in an eco-conscious way, you contribute to environmental protection and create a healthy, sustainable space for yourself and nature.
16.10.2024 | THRIVE50+
Hobby and mental health
Finding a hobby can bring joy, satisfaction, and positively affect mental health. Activities like painting, gardening, cooking, or learning an instrument stimulate the mind, allow for self-expression, and reduce stress. It’s also beneficial to pursue hobbies involving physical activity – walking, cycling, or dancing – which further supports physical health. Regular involvement in hobbies helps maintain emotional balance, improves mood, and fosters a sense of fulfillment.
14.10.2024 | THRIVE50+
Breathing exercises
Breathing exercises are a simple yet effective way to improve well-being. Regular deep breathing helps reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and calm the nervous system. Try the 4-7-8 technique: inhale for 4 seconds, hold your breath for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds. This practice will help you relax and unwind in any situation. Just a few minutes a day can make a big difference in your relaxation and focus levels.
09.10.2024 | EduForFuture
Education as a path to mental health
Education in later life is an excellent way to maintain mental health. Learning new things, like languages, technology, or developing artistic skills, stimulates the brain and enhances its plasticity. Intellectual activities, such as participating in courses or workshops, can reduce the risk of problems like dementia or depression. Keeping the mind active also fosters a sense of purpose and fulfillment, which positively impacts the overall well-being of older adults.
07.10.2024 | EduForFuture
How can educators support people 55+?
Educators play a crucial role in the adult learning process, especially for those 55+! Senior education is not only about gaining new skills but also about providing emotional and motivational support. Teachers can help seniors navigate the digital world, develop hobbies, and build self-confidence. It’s important for lessons to be tailored to their pace and needs, fostering a sense of success and community. Regular learning also improves memory and concentration, enhancing the quality of life.
04.10.2024 | TRANSFORM
Transform Kick-off Meeting / Workshop
02.10.2024 | TRANSFORM
Are you ready for the future of work?
With the rapid advancement of technologies like AI and robotics, not only jobs but also the skills required are changing. Our TRANSFORM project focuses on preparing workers for new roles. Investing in skills development is crucial to meet the challenges of the future job market. Stay updated, follow project news, and ensure your skills are future-proof!
30.09.2024
We're excited to launch our ambitious new project TRANSFORM!
Our goal is to explore the future of the workforce in the context of technological advancements like automation, AI, and robotics. We’re focusing on developing new skills, supporting workforce well-being, and promoting democratic participation in shaping labor policies. This two-year project will feature 14 work packages, including workshops, conferences, and research. With our partners from across Europe, we’re co-creating solutions to boost the EU’s global competitiveness and shape a better future labor market!
19.09.2024
TMP "5MEL" #4
Here’s a recap of the transnational partners’ meeting in Lublin as part of the “5MEL” project!
A big thank you to our partners: New Edu, n.o. (Slovakia), ASOCIATIA EDUTEX (Romania), Akdeniz Naturel Yasam Dernegi (Turkey), Universidade Sénior de Oeiras (Portugal), and Fundacja Fundusz Inicjatyw (Poland) for inspiring discussions and shared plans!
18.09.2024
TMP "5MEL" #3
On September 16-18, 2024, the partners of the “5 Matters of Eco-Love: beautiful, sustainable and together” project, funded by the Erasmus+ program, gathered in Lublin, Poland, for a transnational meeting. The project aims to promote sustainable development through education and activities like recycling and upcycling, while also engaging local communities in environmental actions.
During the meeting, partners from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Turkey, and Portugal discussed the progress of the “Eco-Love” guide and planned the next steps for organizing regional educational workshops. The event began with a creative recycling workshop, where participants sewed reusable shopping bags from old clothes they brought. The following days were dedicated to discussions on communication strategies, quality management, and project dissemination. There was also time for cultural exchange, as participants visited the Lublin Village Open Air Museum, learning about the rich cultural heritage of the region.
The meeting was highly productive, strengthening the partnership and advancing the initiatives within the “5 Matters of Eco-Love” project.
17.09.2024
TMP "5MEL" #2
Day 2 of the transnational meeting within the project: Five Matters of Eco-Love: beautiful, sustainable and together
Presenting and reviewing work plans with a particular focus on arrangements for collaboration, communication and quality management continuation
Brainstorming the strategy to engage target groups, content of the internal workshop, Guide ECO-Love and the aim of the regional workshops
Discussing the dissemination strategy
Discussing the quality management strategy
16.09.2024
TMP "5MEL" #1
Day 1 of the transnational meeting within the project: Five Matters of Eco-Love: beautiful, sustainable and together
Creative Recycling Workshop – sewing reusable shopping bags
12.09.2024
A healthy lifestyle is key!
A healthy lifestyle is much more than just regular exercise. It encompasses many aspects that contribute to overall well-being. Balanced nutrition is the foundation—eat a variety of foods, focus on whole, unprocessed options, and stay hydrated throughout the day. Another crucial aspect is emotional health—introducing stress management techniques like meditation or regular relaxation helps maintain balance. Additionally, mental health care is essential, including nurturing positive relationships and seeking support when needed.
Making lifestyle changes doesn’t have to be difficult. Start small—try new healthy recipes, find physical activities you enjoy, like dancing, cycling, or swimming. Don’t forget about adequate sleep and digital hygiene, meaning reducing screen time and ensuring a healthy balance in online engagement. Long-term changes lead to better well-being, more energy, and an improved quality of life. Follow us and stay up to date with the latest tips on maintaining a healthy lifestyle!
11.09.2024
Stress? It doesn't have to be a problem! Here are techniques to help you manage stress.
Stress is part of daily life, but the key to managing it lies in learning effective techniques to keep it under control. Start with progressive muscle relaxation, where you systematically tense and relax different muscle groups, reducing physical tension. Another helpful method is mindfulness, which focuses on being fully present in the moment. It helps you control emotions and reduce worries about the future. Journaling can also be a powerful tool—writing down your thoughts and feelings provides an outlet and lightens the mental load. Visualization techniques, where you imagine calming, peaceful places or scenarios, can further reduce stress levels. Check out our infographic for more practical stress-relief techniques you can easily apply!
10.09.2024
Online Meeting THRIVE50+
06.09.2024
How to plan your educational path after the age of 55?
Planning your educational path after the age of 55 is a great way to stay mentally active, develop new skills and establish valuable social relationships. As part of the “Education for the Future” project, we support staff working with older people to help them create appropriate educational programs.
Here are some tips on how people 55+ can effectively plan their educational journey:
- Identify your goals: Think about what you want to learn and why. Is it to develop your passion, acquire new professional skills or maybe make new friends?
- Choose the right courses: Look for educational programs that match your interests and level of advancement. Make sure the courses offer support that will help you achieve your goals.
- Plan your time: Determine how much time you can devote to learning and create a schedule that will allow you to regularly attend classes.
- Use support: Don’t be afraid to ask for help or advice. The training staff, thanks to the “Education for the Future” project, is trained to support seniors in their educational journey.
- Stay motivated: Remember that learning is a process. Enjoy small successes and be patient in pursuing your goals.
We invite you to follow our initiatives that help people over 55 to plan their educational path consciously and satisfactorily!
04.09.2024
EduForFuture Partner Meeting in Lublin
28.08.2024
The Role of Local Communities in Environmental Protection - How to Engage People?
26.08.2024
Ecological Inspirations from Around the World - Interesting Examples from Other Countries
Ecological innovations and projects from various parts of the globe can be a great source of inspiration for all of us! In Sweden, zero-emission cities like Växjö aim to completely eliminate CO2 emissions. In India, Delhi successfully implemented the “Odd-Even” campaign to regulate car traffic and reduce air pollution. In Australia, Adelaide promotes a circular economy, supporting recycling and material reuse.
The Netherlands leads in sustainable agriculture with innovative greenhouse methods that minimize water and pesticide use. In Costa Rica, almost 100% of energy comes from renewable sources, and the country aims for carbon neutrality. Singapore exemplifies sustainable urbanization with numerous parks and rooftop gardens, fostering biodiversity in urban environments.
These examples show that environmental protection efforts can be diverse and tailored to local conditions. Let’s look at these and other inspirations to draw ideas for actions to protect our planet!
23.08.2024
Tips from the Thrive50+ project
Spending time outdoors has many physical and mental health benefits, including improving mood, increasing energy levels, strengthening the immune system, and reducing stress. Regular walks can also improve sleep quality and support heart health. Take a walk in the park today and enjoy all of these benefits!
20.08.2024
Healthy Eating is the Key to Vitality
Here are some tips from the THRIVE50 project:
- Regularly consume fresh vegetables and fruits to provide essential vitamins and minerals that support the immune system.
- Choose whole grain products to help maintain steady energy levels.
- Incorporate healthy fats, such as those found in fish and nuts, which benefit heart health.
- Remember to stay properly hydrated, which is essential for the proper functioning of the body.
- Avoid processed foods and excessive sugar to support a healthy metabolism and prevent chronic diseases.
By making these simple changes to your diet, you can significantly improve your quality of life.
16.08.2024
Project website 5MEL
14.08.2024
Beauty in a Sustainable Style - How to Combine Aesthetics with Ecology
12.08.2024
Examples of Best Practices for Environmental Protection
- Reducing plastic use is key – choose reusable shopping bags instead of plastic ones, avoid products packaged in single-use plastic, and choose products in glass or metal containers.
- Saving energy is also important – turn off electronic devices when not in use, replace traditional light bulbs with energy-efficient LEDs, and use smart thermostats and programmable timers.
- Reducing water consumption is another step – fix leaking taps, use water-saving showerheads and toilet flushes, and collect rainwater for watering plants. In terms of mobility, use public transport, bicycles, or walk instead of driving.
- Carpool with others or use car-sharing services, and invest in electric or hybrid cars.
- Planning grocery shopping, buying local and seasonal products, and opting for quality over quantity help reduce waste.
- Recycling and composting are crucial – ensure waste is sorted properly, compost organic waste, and use reusable items.
Supporting environmental initiatives by participating in local clean-up actions, supporting organizations working towards environmental protection, and educating yourself and others about the importance of taking care of our planet are also essential. Every small step towards sustainable living makes a significant impact. Remember, our daily actions can positively affect our planet. Implementing these practices will not only help protect the environment but also improve the quality of our lives. Together, we can achieve more!
09.08.2024
Tips for Educators
05.08.2024
Exchange of Best Practices in Adult Education
30.07.2024
Report from the Workshop in Cyprus on July 23–25, 2024: Creating Workshops for People 50+
From July 23–25, 2024, a special workshop was held in sunny Cyprus as part of the “Thrive50” project. The goal was to create 10 workshops for people aged 50 and over, focusing on stress management and healthy eating.
Workshop Schedule: During the three-day event, participants from three partner countries – Poland, Romania, and Cyprus – had the opportunity to work together on key elements of the project, which included:
- International Training for Adult Educators:
- The workshop in Cyprus was one of two international trainings (the other took place in Romania) aimed at equipping adult educators with the necessary knowledge and skills related to healthy eating and stress management among people aged 50+.
- Participants learned about best practices, methodologies, and effective teaching strategies tailored to people aged 50 and over.
- Exchange of Best Practices:
- The workshop facilitated the exchange of experiences between staff members from various partner institutions. It was an excellent opportunity for mutual learning and sharing proven approaches and strategies for working with people 50+.
- Stationary Dissemination Seminars:
- Discussions were held on organizing in-person seminars in each partner country, each targeting a minimum of 20 participants, including educators, stakeholders, and people aged 50+.
- Online Dissemination Activities:
- The workshop also involved planning online dissemination activities, such as creating digital content, newsletters, emails, social media posts, and content for the EPALE platform to promote the project’s results and best practices.
Goals and Benefits of the “Thrive50” Project: The project aims to enhance the knowledge and competencies of adult educators, promote the exchange of best practices, and widely disseminate the project’s outcomes. This comprehensive approach ensures that the project effectively addresses the specific needs of individuals aged 50 and over in Romania, Cyprus, and Poland, promoting healthy aging and lifelong learning.
It was an inspiring and fruitful event that will undoubtedly contribute to the further development and success of the “Thrive50” project. We thank all participants for their commitment and look forward to the next stages of this important project!
26.07.2024
Waste in Europe: Overview of Data
22.07.2024
Eco-Love Guide
18.07.2024
10 reasons why it is worth learning throughout your life!
16.07.2024
Innovative Educational Counseling Service for Individuals Aged 55+
- Personal and professional development: Learning new things broadens our horizons and opens up new opportunities.
- Improved mental health: Learning stimulates the mind and helps maintain mental health.
- Social integration: Participating in courses and workshops helps build new connections and a sense of community.
11.07.2024
Tips for Mental Health for People 50+
08.07.2024
Promoting the Importance of Well-being and Mental Health Among Adult Learners 50+
- We organize workshops and meetings on stress management.
- We promote physical activity and healthy eating habits.
- We provide access to resources and advice in the field of mental health.
01.07.2024
Creative Recycling Idea: Painted Glass Jars
Looking for an eco-friendly and fun DIY project? Try painting glass jars!
01.07.2024
Creative Recycling in the Project "Five Matters of Eco-Love: beautiful, sustainable and together"
Did you know that recycling can be not only eco-friendly but also beautiful and creative? Our project “Five Matters of Eco-Love” shows how we can create unique items from materials we already have.
Get inspired and join us in discovering new recycling possibilities! Do it with love for our planet and support sustainable development.
Use old jars to create beautiful lanterns.
Turn old t-shirts into trendy shopping bags.
Make unique decorations from cardboard boxes.
Together, we can make a big difference!
14.06.2024
It's Here!
We are thrilled to announce that the first final report for the project “Educational Counseling to Improve the Quality of Life for People 55+” is now available!
This report aims to analyse the educational needs of individuals aged 55 and older in Poland, Germany and Europe as a whole. The report will also identify and discuss good practices in education and educational counselling for this demographic group. The report will be part of a broader final report that will support the development of an appropriate programme of educational counselling for people aged 55+.
The activities include:
- Development of an educational counseling service
- Development of a guide for staff
- Exchange of good practices and dissemination
- Project management and implementation.
The project aims to:
- Develop an innovative service of non-vocational “educational counseling service for people 55+”.
- Create a “guide for adult education staff” with guidelines/recommendations on how to run the service and document templates.
- Increasing knowledge and competencies of at least 6 staff representatives from 3 partner institutions.
- Increasing the staff and institutional potential of 3 partner institutions.
- Expanding the offer in the field of non-professional educational counselling for adults (targeted at people aged 55+) in two partner countries.
Target groups:
- Employees of partner institutions
- Adult learners aged 55+
- Adult education staff
- Educational/training institutions
The final report can be read and downloaded free of charge on the Fundacja “Fundusz Inicjatyw” website: Raport Końcowy eduforfuture ENG – Fundacja “Fundusz Inicjatyw” (ffi.org.pl).
We sincerely thank everyone involved and invite you to follow the ongoing activities of the project. For more information, please visit our website.
14.06.2024
The Thrive50+ workshop is happening now!
We are pleased to announce that Thrive workshop dedicated to the exchange of good practices between partner institutions is underway. The topics of the workshop include:
- Well-being: Focusing on enhancing overall happiness and life satisfaction for individuals aged 50+.
- Stress Management: Providing strategies for effective stress management and stress reduction for individuals aged 50+.
- Healthy Eating: Promoting healthy eating habits to improve the health and well-being of individuals aged 50+.
This workshop is part of the project aimed at:
- Enhancing the skills and competencies of staff working in the adult education sector
- Supporting local adult education centers
- Developing innovative educational materials
- Increasing participation of adults aged 50+ in the local community
- Promoting the importance of well-being and mental health among adult learners aged 50+
The project will be implemented through:
- International training and dissemination activities
- Local workshops on diet and stress management for people aged 50+
- Project coordination
Planned project outcomes:
- 2 international trainings for adult education sector staff
- 10 thematic workshops on healthy eating and stress management for people aged 50+
- 30 local workshop sessions for at least 60 adults aged 50+
- 60 participants in at least 3 in-person dissemination activities
04.06.2024
Unforgettable moments from the internal workshop of the 5MEL project in Nitra!
From May 27 to 31, 2024, the non-profit organization New Edu hosted a workshop as part of the 5MEL project, focusing on promoting active citizenship and environmental education among adults. The workshop’s agenda was incredibly rich and diverse. On the first day, participants learned about the concepts of creative recycling and upcycling, engaging in hands-on activities under the guidance of Fundacja “Fundusz Inicjatyw”. The second day, owing to the generosity of New Edu, they had the opportunity to delve into the art of nature photography and storytelling through images.
The following day, Universidade Sénior de Oeiras encouraged delegates to connect with nature through artistic expression. On the fourth day, ASOCIATIA EDUTEX used interactive teaching methods to introduce the fascinating world of STEM. Finally, on the fifth day, Akdeniz Naturel Yasam Dernegi helped participants gain a deeper understanding of the interactions between science and the natural world.
Let’s change our environment and society together with project 5MEL!
29.05.2024
Creative Recycling and Upcycling Workshops with the “Initiative Fund" Foundation!
15.02.2024
We are starting a new project
From March 1, 2024, we will start implementing the project “Five Matters of Eco-Love: beautiful, sustainable and together”
The main aim of the project is to increase the motivation of members of our target groups in the field of creative recycling.
This will be reached by:
- to organize Internal workshop where partners’ experts will share best practice and improve their knowledge, skills in the field of environmental protection.
- to organize regional workshops, where adult members of local communities will be involved;
- to write Eco-Love Guide for adults.
01.12.2023
We started the implementation of the “Education for the Future” project.
The Erasmus+ project is implemented in partnership with the German organization SCHWERPUNKT ZENTRUM GMBH
Want to know more? Go to the project website: EDUCATIONforFUTURE – Fundacja “Fundusz Inicjatyw” (ffi.org.pl)
NEW ADDITIONS TO IFF’S EDUCATIONAL OFFER
We are pleased to announce that the educational offer of the “Initiative Fund” Foundation (IFF) aimed at the vocational education and training (VET) sector has just expanded with the results of the Erasmus+ project “GreenMinds: Green Education for VET and small enterprises”. We are one of the educational organizations that will implement the results of the project in their own activity.
The objective of the project implemented by Deinde sp. z o. o. (Poland) and Prometeo (Italy) was to promote environmental awareness and practices as part of corporate social responsibility in VET institutions and SMEs.
The project has generated a number of results in the field of green CSR, with a focus on the staff of VET institutions and SMEs. Free materials are available on the project website under the link https://deinde.pl/en/greenminds-erasmus-2/.
All project results are available for free in 3 language versions (Polish, English and Italian) and include:
- Training Courses:
Two training courses covering:
- SA8000 Standard and Environmental Protection,
- CSR and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Business.
The courses are available both as training materials in the form of a pdf file (downloadable/printable) and as an online course, which is available to all registered users on the digital platform under the link https://www.prometeodigitale.eu/.
In order to create an account on the platform and participate in the course, you might consider reading the technical “CSR Instruction Book for VETs” available under the link https://deinde.pl/en/gm-instrukcja-csr-dla-vet-en/.
- CSR Green Handbook for VET institutions and SMEs:
The CSR Green Handbook provides a practical guide for VET and SMEs staff on possible ways to develop and implement green practices and pro-environmental solutions in VET institutions and SMEs. “The CSR Green Book” also provides insight into the world’s best green CSR strategies.
- CSR Toolkit:
A series of practical educational materials on green CSR has been posted on the project website https://deinde.pl/en/csr-toolkit-2/, presenting helpful content for staff of VET organizations and SMEs. The materials developed include: Articles, Scenarios of how to use CSR, Proposals for using CSR, Games and educational tools.
- Reports on desk research and own research:
The reports were designed to map and illustrate the real reasons behind the lack of or limited environmental CSR activities among VET institutions and SMEs in Poland and Italy. The reports are available under the link https://deinde.pl/en/results-4/
- Green VET Social Network:
An online network for communication and exchange of experiences and practices among project staff, course participants, survey respondents, and anyone interested in project topics and green CSR practices has been built. The forum can be accessed through the platform https://www.prometeodigitale.eu/. All VET institutions and SMEs employees, as well as those interested in ecology, can become users of the platform, and they will gain access to the online course and the “Green VET Social Network” forum after creating a free account.
The thematic field of the above-mentioned project results is related to “Initiative Fund” Foundation’s Erasmus+ project ‘VEforCA – What Vocational Education can do for Climate Action?’ and thus this is another step by IFF in spreading environmental awareness and highlighting the importance of pro-environmental climate action.
You are cordially invited to study the materials and use them to promote and implement environmental practices and activities!
Disclaimer:
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.
30.11.2023
VEforCA PROJECT REALIZATION FINISHED
VEforCA PROJECT REALIZATION FINISHED
We have completed the Erasmus+ project aimed at the vocational education and training (VET) sector – “VEforCA – What vocational education can do for climate action.”
We sincerely thank all those involved in the project and those who participated in testing its results.
The project is designed to make community-based environmental VET (vocational education and training) a more central and visible part of the response to sustainability issues. The project is inspired by the European Climate Pact, launched on December 16, 2020, which emphasizes the need for space for people from all backgrounds to come together and work together to develop and implement climate solutions, big and small.
At https://ffi.org.pl/veforca/ you can explore the materials and download the 4 results of the project:
(1) Interactive Report: Environmental challenges and climate action
(2) Online course
The course covers the following modules:
Module 1 Principles of non-formal and informal environmental education, and how to deliver it to VET learners – duration: 45-60 min.
Module 2 Integrating individual responsibility and media literacy into environmental education – duration: 45-60 min.
Module 3 Fostering engagement in environmental and climate action through citizen science – duration: 45-60 min.
Module 4 Promoting networking and multi-stakeholder approaches to environmental engagement – duration: 45-60 min.
Module 5 Designing participatory activities for the environment and climate at the local level – duration: 45-60 min.
(3) Digital Sustainability Kit, focused on six environmental areas and which also includes: questions/statements related to a given environmental awareness area, scientific facts, Ways/actions of saving in a given area, that can be used in environmental education, as well as links to links to external digital tools, such as games, videos or guides.
(4) Eco Consciousness Vet Assessment Package
We invite you to explore the results of the project!
Project website: https://ffi.org.pl/veforca/
