From Laos to Europe: exploring new models to strengthen university research

With RESET, Lao and European universities strengthen collaboration in research and innovation. Study visits to Alicante and Freiburg provided opportunities for comparison on research management models, technology transfer and sustainability.

Artificial intelligence and gender-based violence: take part in the SHIELD research

SHIELD is gathering opinions and perspectives to develop safer, more accessible and more ethical digital tools.

Women and the agri-food sector: how the sector is changing and prospects for labour market inclusion

AWARE’s International Report analyses the challenges and opportunities for promoting the entry and re-entry of women into the agri-food sector, highlighting the role of social innovation in fostering greater inclusion.

Sustainable Project Management in Western Balkan Universities

Five universities in Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina have piloted new Sustainable Project Management programmes to strengthen skills, tools and partnerships, and to promote more sustainable management in universities across the Western Balkans.

Revolutionary Disabilities: Disability Pride Palermo Returns

From 30 September to 11 October, Disability Pride Palermo returns with events, activities and discussions focusing on accessibility, participation and self-determination, culminating in the parade on 10 October dedicated to ‘Revolutionary Disabilities’.

Higher Education and Research

New Code of Conduct+: combatting online hate speech under the DSA

New Code of Conduct+: combatting online hate speech under the DSA

On January 20, 2025, the European Commission and the European Digital Services Council updated the Code of Conduct+ to counter illegal online hate, now part of the Digital Services Act (DSA). Signatory platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok, pledge to quickly remove reported content, increase transparency on algorithms, and collaborate with experts to prevent the spread of hate, ensuring compliance with EU laws.

Research and childhood development: the Critical Incident Technique

Research and childhood development: the Critical Incident Technique

The Critical Incident Technique (CIT) is a research method designed to analyze human behavior by collecting and categorizing direct observations of incidents that hold significant meaning within a particular context. SUSIEE integrates this powerful methodology into its workshops, emphasizing experiential sustainability and interculturality.

Addressing regional challenges for climate-resilient agriculture

Addressing regional challenges for climate-resilient agriculture

EVECSA partners gathered in the Netherlands to discuss climate-smart agriculture strategies, highlighting regional differences and common challenges. The Danish Agrifoodcluster was presented as a model for collaboration between business, education and research. The meeting defined key themes for future educational offerings, such as agroecology, renewable energy and precision agriculture.