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A YEAR BETTER Launches Its OER Platform to Empower Seniors Through Digital Skills

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:

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Bridging the Digital Divide: A YEAR BETTER Project Launches to Support Seniors

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!

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Launch of the ALL-IN Project Website: Advancing Language Learning for Inclusive Narratives

The launch of the digital platform of the project “ALL-IN: Advancing Language Learning for Inclusive Narratives” marks an important milestone in the promotion of inclusive communication across Europe. This project, co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Program, Key Action 2, Cooperation Partnerships in Youth, is developed by a consortium of six organizations from five European countries: Spain, Italy, Poland, Belgium and France. The website, available at www.allin-inclusion.eu, is designed to be a dynamic and educational platform that provides innovative resources and tools to foster inclusive communication and language practices. With an intuitive and accessible interface, the website is aimed at both young people and the general public, facilitating access to high quality educational materials and promoting an inclusive learning environment. ALL-IN website key features: The IT Solutions for All team, the Spanish partner leading the project and in charge of developing the website, expresses its enthusiasm for the launch: “We are very happy to present this website as a fundamental tool for the promotion of inclusive communication. The fact that people have a totally open and free platform where they can find educational and informative resources is a big step in the creation of a more inclusive and respectful society.” ALL-IN aims not only to raise awareness of the importance of inclusive language, but also to provide the necessary resources to implement these practices in various spheres of society. With the launch of the website, it is expected that collaboration between educators, organizations and young people from different European countries will be strengthened, creating a positive and lasting impact on the way we communicate. For more information, visit the platform at www.allin-inclusion.eu and help promote a world where inclusive communication is the norm, fostering understanding, respect and appreciation for diverse identities and experiences. Don’t forget to follow us on social networks to access the most updated content: Instagram: @allin.euproject Facebook: @allin.euproject

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Unlocking Digital Potential: the DREAM Project Successfully Concludes Mapping and Stocktaking ofDigital Challenges and Opportunities for MSMEs

The DREAM project is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of Work Package 2 (WP2) – “Mapping and stocktaking of digital entrepreneurship challenges for MSMEs”. This collaborative effort, involving partners from Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, Slovenia and Spain, has conducted an extensive analysis of the digitalisation needs of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in the post-pandemic landscape. Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the EU Commission, the DREAM project takes a pioneering approach to address the challenges brought by COVID-19 and digitalization, specifically focusing on the realms of Vocational Education & Training (VET) and MSMEs, with an emphasis on microenterprises. DREAM aims to bolster digital readiness, resilience, and capacity, empowering VET providers to deliver high-quality training. This project endeavours to enhance the flexibility of opportunities in MSMEs and VET by developing digital content that can be delivered through custom-made Open Educational Resources (OER). The first phase of DREAM’s implementation witnessed the consortium laying the groundwork for the entire project through WP2, a mapping and stocktaking of digital entrepreneurship challenges for MSMEs. In essence, the partners conducted a thorough analysis and identification of national trends and dynamics to transition from the research phase to the production of educational content. Comprising seven organisations from six different European countries, the project consortium diligently conducted WP2 activities to analyse trends, identify digital skill gaps, and uncover opportunities within the MSME ecosystem. This in-depth research serves as the bedrock for developing innovative training courses tailored to address the identified training needs. With a shared methodology and meticulous analysis, the project partners have produced five country-level reports, accompanied by an overarching EU report. These reports provide a comprehensive snapshot of the current state of digital entrepreneurship and digital resilience among MSMEs within their respective contexts. By revealing quali-quantitative data, challenges, opportunities, and strategies for promoting digital competences, these insights empower owners, managers, policymakers, educators, and stakeholders to navigate the digital landscape effectively. Within DREAM’s WP2, several final deliverables have been developed, including: For any further information on the DREAM project, please visit: https://www.digital-dream-lab.eu/

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