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A YEAR BETTER consortium proudly announces the launch of its Open Educational Resources (OER) platform, a key milestone in its mission to promote digital inclusion and support active ageing across Europe. Co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme, A YEAR BETTER brings together six partners from Spain, Poland, Italy, North Macedonia and Belgium. The project aims to equip elderly citizens with essential digital skills, helping them navigate everyday tasks, combat loneliness and foster social participation through technology. The newly launched AYB OER Platform will serve as a dynamic, user-friendly online space offering: The platform will also undergo pilot testing with participants from the partner countries, gathering feedback to refine its content and functionality. In this way, the AYB project aligns with the EU’s Active Ageing Strategy, contributing to: The AYB OER Platform represents a vital step towards a more digitally inclusive society, where seniors can feel confident and connected. For more information about AYB and how to get involved, please visit www.ayearbetter.eu or contact ayearbetter@gmail.com. Follow us on social media:

On December 13, 2024, the six partner organisations of the A YEAR BETTER (AYB) project gathered online for the official launch meeting. Co-funded by the Erasmus+ program, this innovative initiative brings together partners from Spain, Poland, Italy, North Macedonia and Belgium, with a shared mission: fostering a digitally inclusive society for the elderly. The meeting started with a warm welcome and introduction by IT Solutions For All (ES) as the project’s coordinator. This was followed by a round of presentations where each partner had the opportunity to introduce their institution. The core agenda of the A YEAR BETTER kickoff meeting focused on key project milestones and collaboration strategies. IT Solutions For All introduced the project’s goals and timelines, followed by IAL FVG’s presentation on mapping digital survival skills for seniors, aligning with the DigComp framework, and curating digital solutions to combat loneliness and foster inclusiveness. E-Seniors outlined the development of AYB training in six languages to ensure accessibility across Europe. IT Solutions For All also presented the creation of an open educational resource (OER) platform to host and pilot these materials. The meeting wrapped up with a review of upcoming tasks and collaboration plans, setting the stage for the project’s next steps. A YEAR BETTER aligns with the EU’s Active Ageing strategy by promoting digital empowerment among the elderly. Through tailored training and accessible online tools, AYB aims to enhance digital skills and raise awareness of online resources, making seniors more self-sufficient and supporting social inclusion and welfare across the EU, and equip elderly individuals with the knowledge to use digital tools for everyday tasks, fostering their independence and participation in the digital economy. With a strong consortium and a clear roadmap, A YEAR BETTER is set to create meaningful pathways for digital upskilling, contributing to a more inclusive and connected Europe. For more information about AYB project: Join us on this journey towards a digitally inclusive future for all!