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An innovative framework redefining how Europe, Guatemala, and Venezuela co-create the future of Vocational Education through mutual learning and shared transformation The INNOVET LATAM project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, proudly unveils its first major result — the INNOVET LATAM 2-WAY Cooperation Model, a groundbreaking blueprint for equitable and sustainable collaboration between European and Latin American Vocational Education and Training (VET) systems. This model represents a transformative shift in how VET institutions across continents cooperate. Instead of a traditional one-way flow of expertise from Europe to Latin America, INNOVET LATAM establishes a reciprocal, co-creative partnership where both regions contribute unique strengths, share innovative methodologies, and build the foundation for a mutually empowering VET ecosystem. The INNOVET Cooperation Model redefines international education partnerships through reciprocity, inclusivity, and long-term commitment. It is not about exporting ready-made solutions but about co-designing context-sensitive strategies that combine European standards (EQF, ESCO, CEDEFOP, Europass, EntreComp) with local innovation, community engagement, and cultural insight. Through this model: The result is a “two-way bridge” where knowledge and innovation flow in both directions, creating a shared learning ecosystem capable of responding to future labour market transformations and technological shifts. The model establishes a structured foundation for sustainable VET cooperation. It includes: The INNOVET Cooperation Model not only strengthens teaching, management, and governance capacities in partner institutions but also translates collaboration into concrete results — from the design of competency-based curricula and work-based learning pathways to the development of joint digital and entrepreneurial training resources. The impact of this model spans multiple levels: As outlined in the INNOVET Cooperation Model, the partnership aspires to move from project-based collaboration to a self-sustaining transnational network that continues to generate impact across future Erasmus+ and Latin American initiatives. The publication of the INNOVET LATAM 2-WAY Cooperation Model marks the first tangible milestone of the project’s implementation phase. It consolidates months of collaboration, peer learning, and co-design workshops led by all project partners: Together, they have set a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable cooperation between Europe and Latin America — one that transforms institutions and empowers people. For more information and to download the full INNOVET Cooperation Model, visit: https://www.innovetlatam.com/model.php?lang=EN

A multilingual hub connecting Europe and Latin America through open education, collaboration, and shared transformation The INNOVET LATAM project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, proudly announces the launch of its Open Educational Resources (OER) Platform, now live at www.innovetlatam.com. This dynamic digital space brings together the entire knowledge base, tools, and outputs of the project in a fully open-access, multilingual, and user-friendly environment, enabling learners, educators, and policymakers from both Europe and Latin America to explore and use the results freely. The platform embodies the spirit of inclusive, collaborative innovation that defines INNOVET LATAM — a project designed to strengthen Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Guatemala and Venezuela through cooperation, mutual learning, and capacity building. The INNOVET LATAM OER Platform serves as the digital backbone of the project, consolidating all its results in a single, navigable, and engaging environment. Visitors can: True to its mission of openness and accessibility, all resources available on the platform are completely open-access — they can be downloaded, reused, adapted, and shared without restriction, following Creative Commons principles. To ensure inclusivity, the platform is available in English, Spanish, and K’iche’, with all executive summaries of key results and deliverables translated into these three languages. This linguistic approach reflects the project’s deep respect for cultural diversity and linguistic heritage, especially the recognition of indigenous languages as a cornerstone of equitable education. The INNOVET LATAM OER Platform is more than a repository — it’s a living ecosystem of learning and cooperation. As the project advances, new materials, case studies, and testimonials will continue to be uploaded, ensuring that the platform remains current, interactive, and community-driven. With its combination of multilingual accessibility, open licensing, and structured design, the platform sets a benchmark for digital capacity building and international collaboration in VET. It invites educators, students, institutions, and policymakers to learn, contribute, and replicate successful practices across the region and beyond. Visit the platform and explore how education connects continents: www.innovetlatam.com

A bold EU–Latin America alliance transforming Vocational Education into a driver of growth, resilience, and opportunity in Guatemala and Venezuela The INNOVET LATAM project officially takes off under the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, marking an important step toward strengthening Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Guatemala and Venezuela. Its central mission is to increase the significance and responsiveness of VET systems, transforming them into engines of inclusive socio-economic development, especially in rural and disadvantaged regions where opportunities are often limited. INNOVET LATAM is born from a strong belief: that education and training are the most powerful catalysts for local growth and social transformation. By combining the expertise of European partners in policy innovation and training design with the on-the-ground experience of Latin American VET institutions, the project will lay the foundations for a more resilient, connected, and opportunity-driven education ecosystem across continents. The project’s vision perfectly aligns with the Erasmus+ international cooperation priority of building the capacity of VET providers and strengthening collaboration between public and private stakeholders. Through this, INNOVET LATAM aspires to empower institutions in third countries to modernize and innovate their educational approaches, bridging the gap between learning and employability. INNOVET LATAM stands out for its hands-on, operational approach. Rather than producing theoretical research, it focuses on developing practical tools and methodologies that can be directly implemented by VET professionals, educators, and policymakers. Its core components include: An innovative cooperation methodology that enables cross-border and multi-sectoral collaboration among VET providers, enterprises, and local authorities — ensuring that education and labour market needs evolve together. A comprehensive suite of digital and methodological tools designed to operationalize key EU reference frameworks such as the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), ESCO, Cedefop guidelines, and Europass. These instruments will help make VET provision more transparent, comparable, and responsive to employment trends. Training modules rooted in the EntreComp Framework, aiming to strengthen the entrepreneurial mindset and resilience of VET teachers, trainers, and learners — preparing them to navigate a rapidly changing job market. Capacity building and mobility schemes, involving at least 36 professionals, to foster mutual learning between EU and Latin American institutions and ensure sustainable knowledge transfer. By the end of its implementation, INNOVET LATAM will have achieved: The design and deployment of 10+ tools and trainings connecting VET systems more closely with real labour market dynamics, reaching at least 100 learners in Latin America. A specialized suite of 5 tools and trainings dedicated to embedding the EntreComp Framework in VET curricula and institutional practices in Guatemala and Venezuela, also involving at least 100 learners. A robust impact assessment framework to evaluate and sustain capacity-building actions long after the project’s completion. The creation of a sustainable cooperation bridge between the EU and Latin America, ensuring that innovation in VET continues to evolve through shared experience and partnership. At its heart, INNOVET LATAM seeks to transform VET environments into “agents of change” — institutions capable of not only responding to skills needs but also driving economic empowerment, inclusion, and innovation within their communities. The project brings together an exceptional consortium of organizations from Belgium, Italy, Spain, Guatemala, and Venezuela — each contributing complementary expertise and networks. European partners bring long-standing experience in VET reform, educational innovation, and EU frameworks, ensuring methodological rigour and operational excellence. Latin American partners contribute invaluable contextual understanding, outreach capacity, and engagement with local education and employment ecosystems. Together, they embody the spirit of co-creation and mutual learning that defines INNOVET LATAM: a model of cooperation where shared challenges are met with shared solutions, and where every partner plays an active role in shaping the future of VET. INNOVET LATAM represents a new model of international collaboration — one that turns partnerships into platforms for transformation. It shows that Vocational Education and Training is not just a policy area, but a pathway to opportunity, dignity, and sustainable growth. For more information about the project and its partners, visit: https://www.innovetlatam.com/index.php?lang=EN

The project’s online platform has officially launched its English version, making all training materials, tools, and resources accessible to a wider international audience. This milestone supports the project’s goal of fostering cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange between VET providers in Latin America and the EU. Users can now explore the platform to engage with the project’s content, follow updates, and participate in virtual learning activities. Visit the INNOVET LATAM platform here: https://www.innovetlatam.com/

“A Year Better” project, co-funded by Erasmus+, is pleased to announce the successful completion of Work Package 2 (WP2), dedicated to the mapping of Digital Survival Skills in line with the European DigComp framework. The finalization of WP2 is the result of a common effort of partners from Spain, France, Poland, Italy, North Macedonia, and Belgium, who closely cooperated to reach the common goal. Within WP2, the consortium has: Identified and analysed essential digital skills for seniors, with a focus on how these skills can help combat digital isolation Assessed existing tools and digital resources available to older adults, highlighting both strengths and gaps Compared European, national, and local standards to outline a clear and coherent framework of “Digital Survival Skills” The mapping results will serve as the foundation for the project’s next stages, particularly: the design of multilingual training modules in Work Package 3 the development of the Open Educational Resources (OER) platform hosting training materials a strategic approach to fostering the digital inclusion of older adults The AYB team is now building on these findings to create practical and accessible training content, which will be piloted in the coming months. With WP2 finalised, the project moves one step closer to its overarching goal: strengthening digital competences, promoting autonomy, and supporting seniors’ active participation in today’s digital society. For more details about WP2 outcomes, visit the Mapping section on the official website. For more information about AYB project: www.ayearbetter.eu www.instagram.com/ayearbetter www.facebook.com/ayearbetter ayearbetter@gmail.com Join us on this journey towards a digitally inclusive future for all!

On 18 September 2025, representatives of the AIVET consortium met in Málaga (Spain) for a key Transnational Project Meeting, hosted by IT Solutions For All – ITSFA (ES) in collaboration with Arrabal-AID, associated partner of the project. The session brought together partners from across Europe to take stock of progress and collaborate on the next steps in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Vocational Education and Training (VET). The day began with a warm welcome from ITSFA and Escola (PL), setting the stage for discussions on reporting, administration, quality assurance, and dissemination activities. A major focus of the session was on Work Package 3, where partners Fundación Diocesana de Enseñanza Santos Mártires de Córdoba – FDSM (ES) and IALFVG (IT), together with the consortium, presented the AI training toolkit for VET providers and discussed the translation of training materials. This was followed by an update on Work Package 4, with ITSFA presenting the status of the AIVET Digital Warehouse, a pioneering online platform designed to host AI tools and training resources for the VET ecosystem. The meeting also included a Green Workshop, reinforcing AIVET’s commitment to sustainability alongside digital innovation. Partners concluded by agreeing on the next steps to ensure the project continues to deliver innovative training models, strengthen digital competencies, and enhance the attractiveness and competitiveness of VET across Europe. The Málaga meeting marks another important milestone in the AIVET project’s journey to empower VET providers and learners with AI-driven solutions, paving the way for a future-ready European workforce. About AIVETThe AIVET project aims to foster innovation in the VET ecosystem by integrating Artificial Intelligence into teaching and learning practices. Its main objectives are to map digital needs in VET, create a repository of AI tools, develop multilingual training materials, and provide an open-access AIVET Digital Warehouse available 24/7. By piloting training with VET representatives and producing Guidelines for Future Learning, AIVET contributes to lifelong learning, enhances digital skills, and supports the competitiveness of VET providers and learners across Europe. For more information on AIVET project:https://www.aivet-training.eu/

On 17 September 2025, the partners of the European project A YEAR BETTER (AYB), co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme, gathered in Málaga (Spain) for a Transnational Project Meeting. Hosted by Arrabal-AID and IT Solutions For All, the meeting brought together representatives from the six partner organisations across Spain, Poland, Italy, North Macedonia, and Belgium to review progress, share updates, and plan the next stages of the project. The agenda opened with a welcome and introduction by the hosting partners, followed by a session on Project Management (Work Package 1) to ensure coordination and smooth implementation. Partners then discussed the official closure of WP2, led by IAL FVG (IT), focusing on mapping Digital Survival Skills against the DigComp framework and identifying digital solutions to help seniors combat loneliness and foster inclusiveness. The highlight of the meeting was WP3, presented by E-Seniors (FR), which centers on the development of a multilingual training curriculum tailored to seniors’ needs. Building on the findings of WP2, the training will include 10 modules, available in six languages, covering essential areas such as financial literacy, social participation, independent living, and active ageing. The partners discussed the structure, methodology, and content of these modules, ensuring they address real challenges faced by ICT low-skilled seniors and late digital adopters. WP3 represents a cornerstone of the project, as it directly empowers seniors to use online tools for daily needs and to maintain their independence in a digital society. IT Solutions For All then presented the progress of WP4, which involves the development and piloting of the AYB Open Educational Resources (OER) platform, the main hub where seniors will access the training materials and resources created during the project. A workshop on green and sustainable practices further enriched the agenda, underlining the consortium’s commitment to sustainability. The meeting concluded with a joint session dedicated to next steps, action items, and future collaboration opportunities. The A YEAR BETTER project is committed to empowering seniors by enhancing their digital skills, promoting social inclusion, and supporting active ageing. Through its training program and OER platform, AYB is paving the way for a more inclusive digital society where seniors can remain independent, connected, and confident in their everyday lives. For more information about AYB project: www.ayearbetter.eu www.instagram.com/ayearbetter www.facebook.com/ayearbetter ayearbetter@gmail.com Join us on this journey towards a digitally inclusive future for all!

The Erasmus+ funded project UNITY EUROPE proudly announces the launch of its full training package, designed to support the social and professional integration of young migrants aged 18 to 30 across Europe. Developed as part of Work Package 3 (WP3), the training responds to the real needs of newcomers navigating a new life in Europe, combining practical knowledge with accessible and engaging formats. The toolkit includes seven comprehensive modules covering essential topics: Skills for the EU labour market Networking, intercultural competence, and soft skills Entrepreneurial mindset and initiative Financial literacy and budgeting Digital literacy for daily life Mental health and well-being Active citizenship and community participation Each module features training fiches, visual presentations, self-assessment tools, and gamification elements, including quizzes and card-based activities to make learning more interactive and relatable. All content is available free of charge and in six languages: English, French, Spanish, Italian, Greek, and Turkish. The training is hosted on the UNITY EUROPE digital platform and can be used independently or with the support of educators, youth workers, NGOs, and community centres. It is the result of a collaborative effort by six partner organisations across France, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Cyprus, and Türkiye, who worked closely with integration professionals to ensure real-world relevance. Explore the training: https://www.unity-europe.eu/training.php?lang=EN Contact:Email: unity.europe.e@gmail.com Facebook: Unity Europe ProjectInstagram: unity_europe_project

On 21st May 2025, the third Transnational Project Meeting (TPM III) of the “Advancing Language Learning for Inclusive Narratives – ALL-IN” project was successfully held in Brussels, at the headquarters of the Belgian partner, IHF – Institut de Haute Formation aux Politiques Communautaires. The meeting gathered representatives from all partner organizations to assess the progress made and to align on the next crucial phases of the project. ALL-IN is a European cooperation partnership in the field of Youth, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Commission. The project aims to equip youth workers with the tools to challenge discrimination and promote inclusive values through language learning and intercultural dialogue. The consortium, composed of partners from several EU countries, is working collaboratively to develop an inclusive learning environment and foster inclusive communication within the Youth sector, benefiting individuals, educators, organisations, and society as a whole. The TPM III was organized into several focused working sessions, each addressing key deliverables and project activities. The day began with a review of administrative and financial updates to ensure effective project management and compliance. This was followed by an overview of all work packages (WPs), and later, discussions on dissemination strategies aimed at enhancing the project’s visibility across digital platforms and youth networks. A particularly significant part of the meeting was devoted to Work Package 3 (WP3): ALL-IN Toolbox and Gamification. This innovative package is at the heart of the project’s pedagogical strategy, offering a set of interactive training materials now available online at this link, in multilanguage version The ALL-IN Toolbox is designed to support youth workers in fostering intercultural dialogue through language learning, using inclusive narratives and playful learning techniques. It includes a variety of practical resources — such as educational games, interactive scenarios, and workshop formats — tailored to make learning more engaging and accessible for diverse youth communities. With the training materials now finalized and published, the next step for the project is to pilot the ALL-IN Toolbox with the target groups, mainly youth workers. Their feedback and engagement will be essential to refine the tools and ensure they meet the needs of those working directly with young people in inclusive learning environments. To learn more about the project and stay updated on upcoming activities, you can visit: Official Website YouTube Channel Instagram Facebook Or contact our team directly via email: euproject@gmail.com