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Supports and promotes educational activities, training courses and mobility projects aimed at young people.

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CESIE ETS is a European center for studies and initiatives based in Palermo, Sicily.

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CESIE ETS was founded in 2001 inspired by Danilo Dolci's commitment.

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New funding and cooperation opportunities offered by the European Commission for the period 2021-2027.

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Local Cooperation Department

Promotes inclusive participatory processes and acts to reduce poverty and educational inequality.

International Cooperation Department

Creates opportunities for economic, social, educational and cultural development through joint work with third countries.

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Strengthening support networks against sexual exploitation and abuse – including online

For the World Day for the Prevention and Healing of Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence, we recognise how much bE-aware plays a key role in promoting prevention, education and support for people who have experienced – or who are at risk of experiencing – violence.

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ADDUPT – Vocational Training at the Heart of Sustainability

Join the ADDUPT online conference on 28 November 2025, to discover results, ideas, and future perspectives for sustainable and forward-looking vocational training in Europe.

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When the Border Becomes a Ground for Exploitation: Towards an Integrated European Response to Trafficking in Human Beings

In 2022, over 10,000 victims of trafficking in human beings (THB) were registered across the European Union. Yet, the true number is likely much higher.

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Beyond borders: Stopping sexual exploitation, one network at a time

On the occasion of the International Day for the Prevention of and Fight against All Forms of Transnational Organised Crime, it is important to remember that organised crime does not only manifest through drug or arms trafficking. Sexual exploitation, too, is strategic, structured, and transnational – and follows the same logic: control, deception, profit, and violence.

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Universities in Albania strengthen their capacity for European project management

How can universities turn ideas into successful European projects? The answer often lies in one essential skill: effective project management.

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Strengthening Research Support: a study visit to CESIE by Science and Research Center Koper

Strengthening Research Support: a study visit to CESIE by Science and Research Center Koper

Jul 10, 2024 |

As part of the KRPAN project – Strengthening Research Support and Activities for Progress on European Research Projects), Živa Semolič – project officer from ZRS Koper, Slovenia – joined a dynamic study visit hosted by CESIE ETS in Palermo. Visit aimed to enhance international collaboration and gain insights into organisational processes, project development, networking, administrative and financial project management.

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