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Málaga, Spain, hosted by the Parque Tecnológico de Andalusia. Two representatives from each partner organization came together to assess progress, plan the next steps, and collaborate on key project deliverables.

The agenda covered the 2 main work packages, which aim to strengthen digital twin capabilities in education and training.

This meeting marked an important step in aligning partner efforts, refining project outputs, and ensuring the quality and sustainability of the DiTwin results. With active contributions from all participants and a collaborative spirit throughout, the meeting helped lay the foundation for the upcoming phases of the project, especially in preparation for pilot testing and public dissemination.

To stay updated on project developments, please visit the project website and social media pages (Facebook and Linkedin).

The second transnational project meeting of iStream took place on June 16 and 17, 2025, at the Golden Bay Beach Hotel in Larnaca, Cyprus.

The iStream project aims to bridge the gap of competences in the use of immersive technologies within the media, journalism, and communication sectors.

The meeting was hosted by the University of Nicosia (UNIC) and gathered all partner institutions:

• UNIWERSYTET KOMISJI EDUKACJI NARODOWEJ W KRAKOWIE (UKEN) – Poland (Project Coordinator)
• Learnable – Italy
• Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM) – Italy
• University of Nicosia (UNIC) – Cyprus
• Infinitivity Design Labs (IDL) – France

During the meeting, the partners reviewed the progress made so far and aligned on the next phases of the project. The main topics discussed included:

• Progress update on the overall project implementation, presented by UKEN.
• In-depth discussion on the iStream Curriculum production focused on what has been achieved and the upcoming tasks related to curriculum development.
• Presentation of the Work Package 3 (WP3): iStream Teacher Backpack with an overview of the WP3 goals and structure.
• Presentation of the initial planning of pilot testing, outlining steps for implementation and evaluation.
• Progress update on Dissemination, Administrative aspects, and Quality Assurance, ensuring that all partners are aligned with the project’s requirements and timelines.

The meeting also included planning moments for the next key project events:

• The Third Transnational Project Meeting, to be held in Krakow, Poland.
• The Transnational Training Course, which will also take place in Krakow, aimed at equipping educators with practical skills and knowledge related to immersive journalism.

To stay updated on project developments, you can visit the project website, the Facebook Page and LinkedIn page.

The Future Forward Transnational Training Course was held in València, Spain, hosted by the University of Valencia (Facultat de Magisteri) from June 9th to 12th, 2025. The five-day event brought together project partners for an engaging program combining training, discussion, and cultural exchange around the use of Artificial Intelligence in adult education.

The training course included the following activities:

• Welcome session and introduction to the training programme
• Pre-test evaluation for all participants
• Presentation on AI education for adult learners and emerging training needs
• Cultural activity: Literary route through València using AI tools
• Hands-on workshops on how to apply AI in adult learning contexts, including:
  • Methodological approaches
  • Practical AI tools and use cases
• Trainer Platform pilot testing
• Evaluation session
• Social moments, including group lunches and farewell dinners

The training offered a valuable opportunity to reflect on the integration of AI in adult learning, share expertise, and strengthen collaboration between partners. The week in València set the groundwork for the next project phases and inspired new ideas for innovation in education.

As part of the GreenClusivity project, we recently had the opportunity to take part in a three-day transnational training course held in Brno, Czech Republic, from Monday, 7 April to Wednesday, 9 April 2025.

The training course was organised by Gender Information Centre NORA, the project coordinator, and aimed to strengthen the capacities of the expert team involved, fostering impactful outcomes for the project. All project partners participated in this important learning exchange.

The programme focused on the intersections of gender, environmental sustainability, and social justice, and included the following highlights:

• An opening lecture by Tamara Jačisko Nasri on gender, the environment, ecofeminism, and intersectionality.
• A workshop on the health impacts of the climate crisis, led by medical students Justyna Pařízková and Annkatrin Reiner, followed by a powerful session by Tadeáš Ždárský on hegemonic masculinity and its connection to environmental issues.
• Kaelonni Lashinsky brought an international perspective by discussing U.S. policies affecting women, marginalised communities, and the environment.
• The event concluded with an inspiring session by Katarína Kováčová, who introduced practical tools for addressing intersectional challenges within social and environmental justice work.

We are grateful to have participated in such a meaningful experience and to contribute to the ongoing development of the GreenClusivity project.

To learn more about the project, please visit the project website and follow us on Instagram.

The second and last transnational meeting of the Girls Self- ESTEAM project, coordinated by MasterPeace and hosted by the EDUACT, was held in Thessaloniki on March 17th and 18th.

All project partners participated in the two-day meeting, collaborating on key topics from the agenda. Discussions covered project activities, including Management, Dissemination, and Quality Assurance.

The team also focused on:

• the state-of-the-art of WP2 (Teachers Curriculum and Interactive Modules production), and the upcoming activities within this work package
• the state-of-the-art of WP3 (Female Role Model Interactive e-MuseumTutorial production), and the upcoming activities within this work package
• the start of WP4 (Capacity Building Camps and Festival).

Regarding the Teacher Training Event, it was decided that local training sessions will be organized in national languages to prepare teachers. A joint online training session for all 6 teachers per partner will take place on 7 May 2025, from 13:00 to 15:00 CET via Zoom.

The Train-the-Trainer structure will involve local training (either online or in-person) to guide teachers through the platform and modules. Teachers are encouraged to review materials in advance and prepare questions for the online session.

Regarding the implementation with Students, it was noted that the implementation phase will ideally begin in May or June, following the training. Each partner will aim to reach around 120 students, totaling approximately 800 students.

Regarding the capacity building to be organized between June and October 2025, a brainstorming session was held in pairs where partners shared their plans and timelines. The key highlights are as follows:

• Turkey: The capacity-building camp will take place in June, and it will be combined with a local conference.
• Italy: The event will be held through existing school counseling hubs.
• Greece: The camp will be combined with a robotics camp.
• Netherlands: The team is planning a career fair-style event, potentially hosted at Da Vinci College or Younity Utrecht.

To stay updated on project developments, please visit the project website and social media pages (Facebook and Linkedin).

The TourXpeRience kick-off meeting took place in Palermo, Italy, on March 12-13, 2025.

The project is cofunded by the Erasmus Plus Programme (CoVe).

The main goal of the project is to modernise vocational education and training (VET) in the tourism sector through the application of XR (Extended Reality) technologies, including AR (Augmented Reality), VR (Virtual Reality), and MR (Mixed Reality). These technologies have demonstrated significant educational benefits, particularly in the wake of the COVID pandemic, by enabling the integration of digital content with real-world environments, thereby enhancing the quality and immersion of learning experiences.

The tourism sector often lacks formal training requirements, which creates the need for new, structured and ongoing education. The rapid evolution of the state of the industry necessitates continuous updates to training methods to keep pace with new technologies and trends. Additionally, there is a pressing need to adopt sustainable practices to balance environmental, economic, and social interests and futures.

Through the incorporation of XR technologies, the project seeks to update VET curricula, provide essential training resources, and equip students with the skills, digital competencies, and environmental awareness required for leadership in sustainable tourism. By fostering collaboration among educational institutions, industry representatives, and policymakers, the project aims to mitigate adverse socio-cultural, economic, and environmental impacts of the tourism sector while enhancing its competitiveness.

The project is coordinated by CEIPES from Italy (Palermo). Twenty other organizations are also involved: Learnable, ITET MARCO POLO, and ITS Turismo Marche from Italy, UPCT, SEF and CETEM from Spain, KIT, E.A.C.E and DATEY from Germany, VSGT, and RDAPM from Slovenia, WUAS from the Netherlands, IVEPE-SEV, INSETE from Greece, ETHP, and SHINE from Portugal, SGGW, IPHZR, and ITEE from Poland, and INTERSPREAD from Austria.

During the meeting, the partners had the opportunity to present their organisations and define the work plan for the coming months.

The topics discussed were as follows:

• WP2. Mapping of VET opportunities and labour market demand within the touristic sector
• WP3. Teacher training and capacity building: TourXpeRience Training Programme
• WP1. Project Management & Coordination
• WP11. Quality Assurance & Risk management
• WP4. Learner-Centred Design Methodology (LCDM) for XR exercises with educational purposes
• WP10. TourXpeRience Community Building and Sustainability
• WP9. Dissemination and Exploitation