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Greek educational organisation based on Crete Island, is seeking for a Higher Education partner for submitting a proposal in Erasmus+ ALLIANCES FOR INNOVATION, Lot 1: Alliances for Education and Enterprises.

Summary

Profile Type
  • Research & Development Request
POD Reference
RDRGR20250123014
Term of Validity
23 January 2025 - 23 January 2026
Company's Country
  • Greece
Type of partnership
  • Research and development cooperation agreement
Targeted Countries
  • All countries
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General information

Short Summary
The company is based on Crete in Greece and has a long experience in implementation training programs and Erasmus+ projects Alliances for Innovation Lot 1: Alliances for Education and Enterprises with submission deadline 06/03/2025.
Full Description
The Greek Lifelong Learning Centre was founded in 1995, in Crete. It is certified by the National Organization for the Certification of Qualifications and Vocational Guidance (EOPPEP) and the General Secretary for Lifelong Learning of the Ministry of Education (GGDBM) with authorization code number 192011586 and accredited with ISO 27701:2019 and ISO 27001:2013. From 1995 since today is a tutorial school which provides education for students in secondary education and prepares them for their examinations in the universities of the country and since 2007 it is a lifelong learning center. Since 2018 the organization expanded its activities as a lifelong center through the foundation of the Erasmus learn educational centre and in addition it provides: - educational and vocational training services to unemployed, vulnerable social groups and employees, on modern subjects that meet the real needs of the labour market in order to a) promote the unemployed people and people from vulnerable social groups to the labour market and b) upgrade employees’ skills, - consulting and vocational guida nce services, studies conduction services on the labour market, and - entrepreneurship consulting and specialized entrepreneurship consulting services in the social economy, as well as specialized legal and tax support for beneficiaries who develop individual or collective business through social enterprises.
Advantages and Innovations
Project title is “Blue Skills for Professionals in the Coastal Tourism Sector” and aims to equip professionals in coastal tourism with essential skills to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. Recognizing the need to balance economic growth with ecological responsibility, this project addresses the demands of the coastal tourism industry by providing competencies aligned with the principles of the blue economy. By focusing on sustainable tourism practices, the project seeks to contribute to the preservation of coastal ecosystems and the promotion of socially responsible tourism.
Targeting professionals in key roles, the project seeks to address the gap in skills necessary for integrating sustainability into their practices. These stakeholders often lack access to structured training in areas such as sustainable tourism principles, ecosystem preservation, and the use of technological tools for monitoring coastal changes.
Furthermore, the growing demand for sustainability certifications highlights the need for industry-specific education to meet international and regional standards. Coastal professionals face increasing pressure to align with these frameworks to ensure ecological responsibility and enhance their marketability.
This initiative addresses the pressing need for skill development while aligning with the broader priorities of the blue economy, which emphasizes environmentally responsible economic practices that protect marine ecosystems while supporting economic growth.
Technical Specification or Expertise Sought
Higer Education partner sought should be specialized in coastal studies, coastal tourism, Blue Skills, Ocean Literature, Maritime development etc.
Stage of Development
  • Concept stage
Sustainable Development Goals
  • Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
  • Goal 13: Climate Action
  • Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
IPR status
  • No IPR applied

Partner Sought

Expected Role of a Partner
Higer Education partner sought should be specialized in coastal studies, coastal tourism, Blue Skills, Ocean Literature, Maritime development etc. His role will be to lead the “Coastal systems Overview” in the project (i.e. Understanding Key Coastal Ecosystems, Pressures Facing Coastal Areas, Ecosystem Services and How They Support Tourism etc.)
Type and Size of Partner
  • University
Type of partnership
  • Research and development cooperation agreement

Call details

Framework program
  • ERASMUS+
Call title and identifier
Alliances for Innovation Lot 1: Alliances for Education and Enterprises with submission deadline
Submission and evaluation scheme
Consortium with partners from Greece, Germany,Cyprus, Italy.
Anticipated project budget
1.5 million
Coordinator required
No
Deadline for EoI
Deadline of the call
Project duration in weeks
156
Project title and acronym
Blue Skills for Professionals in the Coastal Tourism Sector-Blue Coast SMEs

Dissemination

Market keywords
  • 07001002 - Amusement and recreational facilities
Sector Groups Involved
  • Tourism
Targeted countries
  • All countries