Building Digitalisation Readiness in Tourism SMEs
2024-03-22 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Malta) | Westin Dragonara, St Julians, Malta
You are invited! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our event: ‘Building Digitalisation Readiness in Tourism SMEs’, as part of our EU DIGITOUR project
Discover how our online training platform, crafted for tourism professionals, is pushing towards digital upskilling. The event will also feature contributions from local tourism stakeholders, a panel discussion, and an opportunity to connect with industry peers and experts during our post-event networking lunch!
Date: Friday, 22nd March (10:00 – 12:00)
Location: Westin Dragonara Resort, St Julians
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/e/n7HNvaMVUn
Stay tuned for more updates along the way… #DIGITOUR #tourism #SMEs #digitalskills #networking

Digital Transformation Unplugged
2024-03-26 08:00 - 14:30 | Trident Park Conference Hall, Malta
In a rapidly evolving and uncertain geo-political and business landscape it is clear that the adoption of digital capabilities represents a key opportunity for growth. The companies which have embarked on digitalisation have pulled ahead of their competition. However, many others are reluctant or feel uncertain about how to adopt and take advantage of technological innovation in fields like Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, robotic process automation and customer centric platforms. Many fear they will be left behind, lacking the knowledge and skills necessary.

Unlock your AI potential
2024-03-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Technopolis, Technologielaan 1 2800 Mechelen, Belgium
Dell Technologies is organizing the “Unlock your AI potential” event on 26 March at Technopolis Mechelen, Belgium. What is Dell Technologies’ vision on AI? And how does Dell help companies transform into a digital world where AI plays a supporting role? This event shows how important it is for businesses to have digital skills, especially with AI. Dell Technologies emphasizes the need for businesses to develop their digital skills to leverage AI effectively. Sessions by AMD and NVIDIA highlight the importance of staying updated on AI advancements for competitiveness.
On the agenda:

09:00: Welcome coffee and registrations
10:00: Welcome by Koen Segers, Managing Director Dell Technologies
10:15: AI In, On and For Dell Technologies
10.35: AMD AI strategy update
10.50: NVIDIA ‘How to lead with AI’
11.10: How to start with AI – ML6
11:40: Latest updates on the EU AI Act – Deloitte
12:00: Networking lunch
13.30: Start break out sessions and demo’s
15:00: Closing reception
16:00: (non-guided) visit Technopolis
17:00: End

Discover more about the event and secure your spot.

Microsoft Power Bi: Dashboard in a Day
2024-03-27 08:30 - 17:00 | EY Malta, Regional Business Centre, Achille Ferris Street,, Msida, Malta
In this workshop, we will be exploring the powerful capabilities of Power BI, a business analytics service by Microsoft that provides interactive visualizations and business intelligence capabilities with an interface that is simple enough for end users to create their own reports and dashboards. Whether you are new to Power BI or an experienced user looking to take your skills to the next level, this workshop will provide you with practical knowledge and hands-on experience to help you create compelling visualizations and reports that can help you make informed business decisions.
Power BI Desktop is a report designer with endless possibilities, used to bring in data from multiple sources, transform that data and merge them into a data model to get insights into your information. Making use of over 135 cloud and on-premise data sources as well as over 250 custom visualizations, Power BI will help connecting, loading/transforming the data and creating reports, dashboards, applications and data visualization.
The deliverables can be viewed on a variety of platforms. Power BI can be integrated with Excel, Power Point, SharePoint and Teams. Generated reports can be embedded in the platforms and data connectors can be used to connect to data stored in those platforms.

TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT. THE CHALLENGE OF AI
2024-04-08 08:00 - 2024-04-09 17:00 | Malaga, Spain
Find out how AI is revolutionising the world of training and employment with the best experts.
In a context characterised by global interconnectedness and continuous technological progress, digitalisation has become a crucial element for the success and resilience of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The ability to adopt and use digital tools not only improves operational efficiency, but also opens up new opportunities for growth and competitiveness in a globalised market.

08 – 09 April 2024
April08: from 17 to 18: 30 hours
April09: from 9 to 14 and from 16 to 18h.

AV de Sor Teresa Prat, 15, Carretera de Cádiz, 29003 Malaga

The main aim of this meeting, organised by Fundae and the Sectoral Joint Structure (EPS) for the Economy and Digital Industry, is to explore the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of work and training.
Find out more here
To consult the Agenda, click here

RL:EU Conference: Digital Upskilling for Libraries in Europe
2024-04-10 11:30 - 15:00 | Lisbon Portugal
On April 10, 2024, the RL:EU Conference: Digital Upskilling for Libraries in Europe will be taking place in Lisbon, Portugal. The conference will be in a hybrid format, and will gather library professionals from across Europe to present resources, frameworks, and projects on digital upskilling for public libraries.
About RL:EU
“Resourcing Libraries: connecting libraries to EU resources” (RL:EU) is an Erasmus+ funded project which aims to help Europe’s public libraries unlock EU resources to support their adult education programmes and strategies. This project brings together Public Libraries 2030, EBLIDA, and PiNA to develop an approach that helps public libraries and librarians learn about EU initiatives and programmes and access EU funding.
As public libraries are the first port of call for many adult learners, this project aims to help develop libraries’ capacities to be forward-looking adult education learning centres. The project partners support public libraries by organising webinar series, mentoring and group coaching, as well as through the development of a training methodology, a workbook, a collection of good practices, and policy recommendations for EU funding of public libraries.
Conference programme

11:30 – 11:45: Introduction of the RL:EU project (in person and live-streamed)
11:45 – 12:30: EU frameworks and programmes on digital literacies and Table discussions (in person and live-streamed)

Part 1: EU frameworks and tools to foster and evaluate digital competences followed by a table discussion
Part 2: EU programmes supporting digital upskilling: CERV and Erasmus+ followed by a table discussion

12:30 – 13:30: Lunch and networking
13:30 – 14:30: Living Library of EU projects on digital literacies in libraries (in person and online)
14:30 – 15:00: Wrap-up and lessons learnt (in-person and online)
15:00: Networking

Who is this event for?
The RL:EU Conference targets any library professional interested in EU programmes, and adult education.
The conference will take place within the same week as the EBLIDA Annual Conference ‘Charting the future of libraries’, which will focus on the professional needs of libraries in order to fulfil their mission.
Registrations are open!
Don’t miss out – registrations for the conference are now open!

© RL:EU Connecting libraries to EU Resources

Three Seas Initiative (3Seas) Business Forum, Vilnius – Lithuania, 11/04/2024
2024-04-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Vilnius, Lithuania
On 11 April 2024, the Three Seas Initiative (3Seas) Business Forum will take place in Vilnius, Lithuania, organised by the Innovation Agency Lithuania, a public service dedicated to promoting the innovation ecosystem in Lithuania.
3Seas is a form of regional cooperation of 13 EU Member States, strategic partners – the European Commission, the US and Germany, as well as Associated States: Ukraine and Moldova. This also includes like-minded countries: United Kingdom, Japan and Finland.
The 9th 3th Seas Summit and Business Forum in Vilnius will continue to address the long-term objectives of the 3Seas, with a particular focus on regional and transatlantic cooperation, stronger convergence and better connectivity on the North South axis in the fields of energy, transport and digital, as well as building green and climate-neutral economies and supporting integration efforts of EU-associated states – Ukraine and Moldova.
The Forum will include discussions on key topics such as: Financial instruments for regional development, Transformation of transport and smart connectivity, Recovery of Ukraine’s reconstruction, Digital cybersecurity innovations and ecosystems, Energy Transformation and net-zero technologies.
Innovation Agency Lithuania will also facilitate the organisation of B2B/B2G meetings and other side events.
Businesses interested in participating in the forum can contact the Lithuanian Embassy in Greece (Mindaugas Vyskupaitis, Deputy Head of Mission, Mindaugas, e-mail: Mindaugas.VYSKUPAITIS@urm.lt, tel. 210 729 4357).
For the registration, by Friday 1 March 2024, please click HIN.
©SEA

AI Shaping Your Future Business, Today
2024-04-16 14:30 - 19:00 | Doubletree, Hilton, Malta
Welcome to AI Shaping your Future Business, Today event!
Join us on Tue Apr 16 2024 at 14:30 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Malta for an exciting discussion on how AI is transforming businesses today organised by Eunoia and championed by Databricks!
Explore real-world AI use cases and strategies from industry leaders. From understanding the power of AI to navigating its implementation in today’s competitive landscape, this event is tailored for C-level strategists driven by insights.
Hear from Dr. Alexiei Dingli on the vision for AI, learn how NetRefer transformed into an AI visionary, and engage in a dynamic panel discussion with top C-suite visionaries.
Plus, get an exclusive preview from our partners at Databricks on how they’re revolutionizing organizations worldwide.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and take your business to the next level with AI.

SMART 2024 – WORLDS COLLIDING
2024-04-17 00:00
The past 1 year has been about the rise of artificial intelligence. During this time, we wanted and uncleaned to lay the foundations of a hybrid technological revolution, and the vision of a generation that will be born into a semi-human, semi-artificial world can already be a source of thought now.
AI will continue to grow in 2024, slowly embedding or at least influencing all other (digital) industries that we have been working on the SMART stage for many years. Health, fintech, telecommunications, cybersecurity or even sustainability are all areas that can no longer be said this year without mentioning AI.
Therefore, the next period will certainly not be about AI itself, but rather about AI’s ‘conflict’ with other industries and other digital technologies. The most important of these is sustainability versus artificial intelligence, where we will be able to watch an unmovable object and an unstoppable force in a separate “ring”. The conflict between AI accelerating at unsustainable speeds and a sustainable approach involving more and more people has been crystallised already in the first year of AI. A collision is inevitable, the question is only how strong the impact will be and whether we will look close or remotely.
Sustainability is just one example of many: the ‘conflict’ of AI with other worlds, and the globality of technologies in this sense, will soon be insurmountable. Already in 2023, digital players were placed in a metaphoric melting crucible under which AI kept the fire. It is not a question that we will soon have to step up in the same digitalisation mass, both at individual, company and social level; and it is our collective responsibility to swim down the surface after the jump and not to immerse.
This year’s SMART is responsible for providing a life jacket and protective goggles, making evicks in the digital seas and disaster tourism safer.

AI Tech Summit
2024-04-17 08:00 - 2024-04-18 18:00 | Malaga, Spain
This event serves as an unparalleled opportunity to explore the evolving landscape and comprehend the societal impact of ai. By fostering collaboration and understanding the ethical dimensions, risks, and challenges associated with ai, we aim to guide its optimal utilization while promoting the welfare of individuals and society at large. Join us in unraveling the latest trends, exploring compelling case studies and use cases, and discovering how ai and technology are sculpting the future of our global community.

AIWorkshopGR24: Wednesday 17 April 2024 – Larissa
2024-04-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Mylos Building, Larissa, Greece
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in the Mylos building in the city of Larissa, the AIWorkshopGR24, organised by the company Cogninn, incooperation with the Municipality of Larissa, will be held under the auspices of the European Innovation Hub for Digital Governance (GR digiGOV-innohub).
The conference is designed to facilitate focused dialogues in key areas, closely linked to developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and their impact on the reshaping of the production landscape and business processes in these disciplines. (#AIWorkshopGR24)
#AIWorkshopGR24 has been organised in various themes such as industry, agro-farming, health, education, presentations and discussions on the application of AI in each sector.
The purpose of AI Workshop is to involve professionals from various business and public bodies from all over Greece to discuss and highlight the opportunities offered by AI for improving businesses and public administration. Each module will be delivered in an integrated way, focusing on key proposals, real applications and interactive elements. AI Workshop will integrate case studies, group activities with the potential for interactive discussions to facilitate learning and ensure that AI applications are understandable. Particular emphasis will be placed on deep learning solutions that can offer precision solutions to different types of data such as images, texts and numbers. AI is a rapidly evolving sector with a high demand for qualified professionals.
AI Workshop can provide practical experience in AI technologies, helping professional participants to have practical information alongside theoretical knowledge about the application of AI in their field.
More information on the official website of the conference https://ai-workshop.gr/
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EdTech - Education, Technology and Innovation
2024-04-17 09:15 - 11:30 | Corinthia Palace, Attard, Malta
Harnessing the power of cutting-edge technologies, EdTech pioneers create economic opportunities, interactive tools, and personalised learning environments. This empowers people of all ages to engage, explore, and excel in the digital age, through constant innovation and collaboration. Two expert panels will explore how innovative and disruptive technologies are challenging trusted norms in the education sector and the labour market. Optimism about personalised learning environments and new economic opportunities needs to be tempered with legitimate concerns about the imminent changes likely to be brought by disruptive technologies, such as Generative AI. This is a pivotal moment, when we need to secure unbiased information about the changes required in our education and technology sectors if we are to empower individuals of all ages to participate mindfully in the digital era.

PAITool Train-the-Trainers workshop
2024-04-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Plaza, Conference Hall, Plaza Regency Hotel, 248 Tower Road,, Sliema, SM1600, Malta
As part of the Erasmus+ funded PAITool project (Practical AI Training Tool for Digital Transformation of SMEs), we are organising a Train-the-Trainers workshop during which we will present the course that we have developed as well as some tips on how to deploy artificial intelligence in a company.
The workshop will include a short coffee break.
If you are interested in attending the workshop, please fill out the following form. If you have any queries about the event, please list them in the comment section below or send us an email on daniela@acrosslimits.com.
You can find more information about the PAITool project on our website: https://paitool.eu/

BI4SME - Online masterclass "Foundations Unveiled: Navigating the Essentials of BI, Data Analytics, and Business Analytics"
2024-04-18 17:00 - 19:00 | online
Embark on a journey into the world of Business Intelligence (BI) with BI4SME’s online masterclass, “Foundations Unveiled: Navigating the Essentials of BI, Data Analytics, and Business Analytics.” Tailored for non-technical learners, this interactive session is ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone intrigued by the potential of data.
Delve into the core concepts of BI, Data Analytics, and Business Analytics without the complexity. Through captivating case studies from industry leaders, participants will grasp how to make informed decisions, elevate customer satisfaction, and propel their businesses forward.
Best of all, this masterclass is offered completely free of charge, making essential BI knowledge accessible to all. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with the foundational understanding needed to harness BI tools and insights effectively.
Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself with skills that are shaping the future of business. Sign up now and embark on your journey into the accessible world of BI tailored for non-tech enthusiasts.
For more information about the BI4SME training programme, visit the website of the project.
Upon registration, participants will receive a confirmation email containing the webinar access link. In case of non-receipt, please check your spam folder. Additionally, a reminder will be sent prior to the webinar date.

ChatGPT: From Zero to Hero in 1 Hour
2024-04-22 12:00 - 17:00 | University of Malta, Tal-Qroqq, Msida, Malta
The University of Malta (UM) Library is thrilled to announce an interactive event aimed at unravelling the mysteries of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a focus on ChatGPT. The talk will be led by Prof. Alexiei Dingli, a Professor of AI within the Faculty of ICT at the University of Malta. With over 25 years of experience, Prof. Alexiei Dingli is a leading expert in the field of Artificial Intelligence.
Attendees can look forward to an engaging session offering a comprehensive understanding of ChatGPT, an advanced AI technology. This session is tailored for individuals with any level of interest in AI and its future. Participants are encouraged to bring their devices to fully engage with ChatGPT during the event and experience its features firsthand. Everyone is welcome to attend and registration is not required. This will be the first of a series of talks organised by Prof. Sandra Dingli (The Edward de Bono Institute for Creative Thinking and Innovation, UM and Library Committee Member), in collaboration with the University of Malta Library, as part of an initiative to enhance the role of the UM Library within the community. It is also being held as part of the celebrations for World Creativity and Innovation Week, globally celebrated in April, and as a component of the Malta Libraries Week.

Building Financial and Digital Skills
2024-04-23 16:00 - 17:00 | online
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) wants to help people with developmental disabilities live their best lives safely in their community. The online workshop aims to guide young people with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who support them, to understand how to move into the adult world with the skills to be financially independent and make decisions that are best for them.
About the workshop
This workshop teaches participants how to become financially independent and make good decisions. It covers topics like managing money and using digital tools effectively. The training includes both spoken and visual lessons, along with activities to practice these skills independently.

The workshop will be held on Zoom, and there are five chances to join in:

23 April 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
30 April 17:00 – 18:00 (CET)
2 May 12:00 – 13:00 (CET)
7 May 17:00 –18:00 (CET)
9 May 12:00 – 13:00 (CET)

Discover more about the workshop and register for one of the sessions.

Final Conference on the Challenges of the Circular Society in the Economy 4.0
2024-04-24 02:00 - 17:00 | University of Economics and Management, Bratislava, Slovakia (Slovak Republic)
Education, as the cornerstone on which future generations will build, plays a key role in shaping thinking and skills for the circular economy. This segment will explore ground-breaking strategies and pedagogies that can anchor circular economy principles at all levels of education, thus educating architects of a sustainable future.
The final conference “Challenges of a Circular Society in the Economy 4.0” is more than just an event; it is a meeting of visionaries, practitioners and students, united by the common goal of accelerating the transition to a circular economy. It is an opportunity to engage with leading experts, exchange innovative ideas and build partnerships that will lead the transformation of our established production and consumer chains.
This event will take place on 24 April at 2 p.m. at the University of Economics and Management in Bratislava and will mark a decisive step on our common path towards achieving the sustainable growth paradigm.
The conference will address critical aspects of this transition, focusing on two main themes at the heart of the circular economy transformation:

Innovation in education.
Environmental Economy and Management.

These topics have been carefully selected to reflect the multifaceted approach needed to stimulate and sustain change towards a circular economy. Your contribution to this important discussion would be greatly appreciated and we look forward to your participation. Please report your participation via the e-mail address projekt@vsemba.sk by 19. 4. 2024.

The Future of Marketing: Society, Machines, and Post-AI Perspectives
2024-04-24 08:30 - 13:00 | Malta Business Registry, Zejtun, Malta
This seminar is of interest to marketing academics, students, and professionals. It will feature the latest research from the Department of Marketing staff, along with presentations of dissertations by former MSc students. We are delighted to announce that Prof. Deniz Lefkeli from Luiss University in Rome will be joining us and delivering a keynote speech titled “Consumer Privacy in the Digital Age.”
Attendance is free of charge, but online registration is required due to limited seating. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please indicate any specific dietary requirements when registering online.

GovTechStartupChallenge – A revolutionary approach to public procurement across Europe: Sign up!
2024-04-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Gedimino pr. 51, Vilnius, 01109 Vilniaus, Vilnius, Lithuania
The GovTech Startup Challenge is launched on 24 April 2024, a pilot initiative of the GovTech4all project to tackle bureaucracy in municipal and regional processes in public procurement with smart, innovative solutions.
Six local and regional authorities from Sweden, Lithuania, Spain and Greece will present to Vilnius the challenges they face in terms of energy efficiency. This event marks the launch of the open call for SMEs and start-ups to propose solutions that will change the data to real problems.
Register dynamically on the GovTech Startup Challenge Demo Day in Vilnius or tune digitally on YouTube and learn everything you need about the GovTech Startup Challenge:

Registration: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/GovTech4AllChallengeDemoDayApril2025
Time: 13:00-16:00

From 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Eastern European Time, tune in on an innovation journey with six dynamic pitch sessions, which will be intertwined with interesting breaks for discussion.
For more information: https://joinup.ec.europa.eu/collection/govtechconnect/event/join-govtech-startup-challenge-revolutionizing-public-procurement-across-europe
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From Quantum Weirdness to Unhackable Links: A New Kind of Cybersecurity
2024-04-24 18:00 - 19:30 | University of Malta Valletta Campus, St Paul’s Street,, Valletta, VLT1216, Malta
The time has come for us to hold our very first public talk, which will contain insights that you absolutely don’t want to miss!
Quantum mechanics predicts some truly weird phenomena. Things can be in two places at the same time. Switches can be on and off simultaneously. Teleportation is a reality. During this talk, we will take a walk through some basic quantum concepts and show how, more than simply abstract mathematics, they can help us build better computers and other technologies.
We will then discuss how quantum technologies simultaneously threaten our cybersecurity apparatus and allow us to build unhackable, ultrasecure communication systems.
The public talk, which will be given by Prof. André Xuereb, Professor of Quantum Physics at the University of Malta and founder of Merqury Cybersecurity, will take place in the Aula Prima at the University of Malta’s Valletta Campus on Wednesday, 24th April, 2024.

Science is Wonderful
2024-04-25 09:00 - 2024-04-26 17:30 | The Egg, Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
Join Science is Wonderful!
Come and celebrate European science with us!
The European Commission invites young and old to its annual science fair on 25 and 26 April 2024 at the Egg in Brussels.
We are thrilled to welcome over 100 leading researchers from across Europe and beyond to the European capital for these two days.
Learn more about their work and careers through joint experiments, hands on activities, interactive science shows, games and quizzes.
Register here

Girls in ICT Day - Are you AI ready?
2024-04-25 09:30 - 13:00 | online
On International Girls in ICT Day, 25 April 2024, Women Rock-IT will host a special event titled ”Are you AI ready? Unlocking nature’s secrets: How AI and data save wildlife and benefit humanity”. The event aims to empower our audience by providing immediate, actionable steps to become AI-ready. Tune in and join computational biologist Dr. Tanya Berger-Wolff and engineer and computer scientist, Dr. Elizabeth Bondi-Kelly, to explore the critical roles of technology and AI in wildlife conservation and human welfare.
About Women Rock-IT
The Women Rock-IT program by Cisco Networking Academy is a global initiative dedicated to closing the gender gap in the tech industry. It celebrates successful women in tech and provides free introductory courses through Cisco Networking Academy, inspiring young women to pursue tech careers. Since its launch, Women Rock-IT has engaged over two million participants with 870,000 course registrations.

Register here for the Women Rock-IT’s event.

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Beyond – International Exhibition ‘Unlocking the Capabilities’ 25-27.04.2024 Thessaloniki
2024-04-25 10:00 - 2024-04-27 19:00 | Central Macedonia Region’s booth, North Macedonia
On 25-27 April 2024, this year’s Beyond International Exhibition willtake place, at the heart of which is the AI revolution and the ways in which it transforms every aspect of our lives.
About BEYOND: A Technology, Innovation & Networking Event
Beyond is an international exhibition of digital technology and innovation that takes place every year in Thessaloniki, and is a meeting point for the brightest minds, the most innovative companies and cutting-edge technologies. Its aim is to promote cooperation and exchange of knowledge and ideas among participants and to enhance the development of innovative technologies and business opportunities. The exhibition shall include:
Technology Leaders: Distinguished leaders in the technology industry, where they present innovative products and services, discuss the impact of emerging technologies (AI, IoT, quantum computing, etc.) and show the way to the digital convergence brought by the 4th Industrial Revolution to harness technology for social progress.
Start-ups: Startups and scaleups are at the heart of BEYOND, presenting innovative solutions and redefining industry standards through disruptive new ideas and innovative applications. BEYOND provides a fertile ground for networking, enhancing collaboration between start-ups, established industry leaders and investors.
Research Centres and Universities: Leading research centers and universities strengthen BEYOND with their scientific leadership. Academic institutions present their research into new technologies, emphasising their potential impact on different disciplines. BEYOND acts as a hub for knowledge sharing, fostering dialogue between researchers, academics and industry professionals.
Pioneers and Visualists: They contribute to BEYOND and present their forecasts for the future. Through the conference section of the event, BEYOND provides a live platform to share their ideas, shaping a collective vision for the digital age and the future of technology.
For more information and registration, click here.
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Coding for Climate Action
2024-04-25 17:00 - 18:00 | online
This year, thanks to Amazon, our major donor partner for 2024, we’re thrilled to offer free, multilingual computer science education and career exploration resources. This support is provided under the Amazon Future Engineer framework which aims to increase access to digital education for students from underserved and underrepresented communities.

Working Meeting on Innovation, Green and Digital Transitions in the Public Sector – Friday 26 April 2024
2024-04-26 09:30 - 15:00 | Conference Centre of the Ancient Olive Oil Campus of the University of West Attica, Greece
On Friday 26 April 2024, 09.30 a.m. – 03.00 p.m., a workshop meeting will be organised at the Conference Centre of the Ancient Olive Oil Campus of the University of West Attica (Seminar Halls 109A and 109B – https://maps.app.goo.gl/JZJBocJMgBFaC5MEA), in the framework of the European Innovation Hub for Digital Governance GR digiGOV-innohub and the flagship action Resilience, Inclusion and Development: Towards a Just Green and Digital Transition of the Greek Regions – JustReDI.
Participants will have the opportunity, among others, to:
● are informed about the benefits that can be gained, in cooperation with an ecosystem of bodies of Greek public administration and businesses,
● reflect, in the context of roundtable discussions and in cooperation with Hub technical advisors, their digital maturity and challenges needs;
● draw ideas for projects in order to increase their effectiveness and improve the quality of the services provided
● participate in a community of practice for the green and digital transition of the public sector by setting their priorities. In particular, the workshop will first present the components of the European Innovation Hub for Digital Governance, the benefits that can be generated for the public sector, the effort to create an ecosystem of actors of digital and green transformation to boost innovation and achieve the digital transition of public administration.
An action will then be carried out to record the needs for the development of new smart services emerging in public administration bodies and round tables with representatives of the hub’s representatives and consultants, which will assess the digital maturity of the participating organisations using appropriate tools as well as initial formulation of challenges for further maturation within the hub. At the same time, the first meeting of a community of practice 1 on the green and digital transition will be held, which will aim to identify the basic way of functioning and governance of the community, as well as the priorities and possible policy proposals resulting from the functioning of the community.
In order to better manage the site, please express your interest in participating by registering for the form available at: https://forms.gle/Pb94topMwyZUvY7E8
The detailed agenda of the meeting will be sent to the interested parties who will register through the form.
©digiGOV-innohub

European Year of Skills Closing event
2024-04-30 08:30 - 19:00 | online
Mark your calendars for 30 April for the Closing Event of the European Year of Skills – “The European Year of Skills – what’s next?”. The event will bring together a diverse array of participants to exchange successful skill stories and discuss the long-term effects of the European Year of Skills. During the event, attendees will reflect on the Year’s achievements and consider future steps. Attendees can anticipate interactions with prominent political figures, and stakeholders, informative discussions, and engaging sessions on specific topics. This event offers an opportunity to explore skill policies and ensure that skills remain a top priority throughout Europe.
Event’s Agenda

8:30 – 9:30 Registration and morning coffee

9:30 – 9:45 Opening speech

9:45 – 11:00 Stakeholder panel: The European Year of Skills: a stepping-stone towards Europe’s skills revolution

11:00 – 11:30 Coffee break

11:30 – 11:40 EU Agencies: action in the spotlight

11:40 – 12:30 National Coordinators: Conversation on skills

12:30 – 14:00 Lunch

14:00 – 14:15 Inspirational speech

14:15 – 14:30 Explanation of discussion groups and transition time

14:30 – 16:00 Discussion groups:
The European Year of Skills: what comes next? “Skills-first approach”,
“Upskilling and reskilling approaches: empowering individuals“,
“Investment in skills: agile funding approaches for public-private partnerships”,
“Better skills intelligence and smarter use of it”.

16:00 – 16:30 Coffee break

16:30 – 17:30 Political panel: Skills revolution: an imperative for the Europe of today and tomorrow

17:30 – 17:45 Closing remarks

17:45 – 19:00 Networking with a cocktail

Discover more about the European Year of Skills Closing Event.

CONNECT University: Strengthening the EU's backbone connectivity
2024-04-30 11:30 - 13:00
On 30 April the CONNECT University’s events titled ”CONNECT University: Strengthening the EU’s backbone connectivity” will focus on international connectivity and submarine cables. The session is the last of three events dedicated to Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Digital. CEF Digital is a €2b funding programme which aims to support and catalyse public and private investments in digital connectivity infrastructures between 2021 and 2027.
Event’s Agenda

Introduction on CEF Digital: Franco Accordino (DG CONNECT)

The importance of backbones: Georgios Tselentis (DG CONNECT)

Connecting technology with people: Thomas Kuepper (DG CONNECT) and Georgios Tselentis (DG CONNECT)

Call 1 and 2: Karina Marcus (HaDEA)

Call 3: Thomas Kuepper (DG CONNECT) and Georgios Tselentis (DG CONNECT)

Other programmes funding connectivity: Andrea Leone (DG INTPA) and Peter Koren (DG INTPA)

Q&A session

Discover more about the CONNECT University event.

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Unwrapping the Digital Divide Episode 4: Art and digital (in)equity: How can art be leveraged for digital inclusion?
2024-05-07 08:00 - 17:00
On May 7, 2024, DigiCo is hosting the fourth webinar of their series ‘Unwrapping the Digital Divide’. Their fourth episode will focus on: ‘Art and digital (in)equity: How can art be leveraged for digital inclusion?‘
In this 40-minute Lightning Talk, DigiCo invites Dr Alicja Pawluczuk (HYSTERA) to discuss the roles of [participatory] art and experiential learning in digital equity community practice and research. Join the event to explore the intersection of art and digital equity. The event will run from 12:00 to 12:40pm CEST and is free to attend, but registration is required.
About the speaker
With over a decade of experience in using art for digital inclusion and literacy, Dr Pawluczuk will share her work as a founder and educator at Digital Beez, her community artistic practice at Hystera and Endo Violence Collective , and as a researcher and curator of the IN+ ART Iterations at Leeds University’s IN+ Network. This presentation intends to explore if/how artistic approaches can , challenge, reshape, and enrich our understanding of digital inclusivity. Grounded in the IN+ Principles, Dr Pawluczuk will argue that art spaces should be focused on “not on getting digital equity “right” by conventional standards, but rather on collectively delving into alternative ways of experiencing it” (IN+ART). By uncovering and engaging with the subtle and often overlooked aspects of digital [in]equity, Dr Pawluczuk aims to showcase the power of art in creating a more inclusive digital landscape.
About DigiCo
The Digital Collective is a non-profit organisation advocating for the digital inclusion of marginalised communities. DigiCo works to enable digital inclusion at three levels:

Developing tech-enabling solutions for digital inclusion: designing solutions that bring people closer to the labour market through access to lifelong learning, for example
Support Digital Literacy training: delivering services and support to local organisations actively working in digital inclusion for marginalised groups
Awareness-raising campaigns and policy advocacy: produce campaigns focusing on the importance of basic digital skills for life and work, ultimately advocating for a culture of inclusion and lifelong learning

Let's Talk about Genai
2024-05-07 16:00 - 17:00 | online
This time, join us in exploring the impact of (Gen)AI in music and art education!
Together with the expert, Ashwin Seegobin we will tackle pressing questions such as what constitutes AI in art and music education, how can AI support creative process, and what are the ethical considerations surrounding its implementation.
💡 Ashwin embraces his multifaceted role in the #music industry. Serving as a lead mentor, guiding students through their academic journey into the music world while organizing culture-centric events such as writing camps and masterclasses. In his capacity as a lecturer, he modestly contributed to the development of pioneering academic programs like the first Rap and MC degree, showcasing adaptability and a commitment to innovation.
Remaining ever-curious and open-minded, Ashwin continues to explore the intersections of #creativity and #technology, particularly as the industry integrates AI. With humility and dedication, he remains focused on nurturing talent and contributing positively to the ever-changing landscape of the music industry.

UNISER Teacher Week 2024 - International Skills and the Digital era
2024-05-08 08:00 - 2024-05-10 17:00 | Fondazione Golinelli, Bologna, Italy
The UNISER Teacher Week is a dynamic three-day training program that delves into Internationalization and Erasmus+ project design. In 2024, in line with the European Year of Skills, our focus turns to “International Skills in the Digital Era”. This initiative aims to address skill gaps across Europe and prepare individuals for quality employment by highlighting the transversal proficiencies nurtured through educational internationalization, while also harnessing technology’s transformative potential in skill development.

Taking place from 8 – 10 May, the event adopts a peer learning approach, offering participants a valuable platform to:

Draw inspiration from colleagues and fellow practitioners.

Craft their upcoming Erasmus+ projects.

Forge connections with potential partners for collaborative project development.

UNISER Teacher Week aims to bring educators and practitioners together, focusing on internationalization, digitalization, and skill development. The goal is to help them navigate the modern educational landscape confidently and effectively.

Discover more about the Uniser Teacher Week.
