EduHub
Basic information
Project Title
EduHub
Full project title
Educational HUB
Category
Prioritising the places and people that need it the most
Project Description
EDUHUB is an educational hub that seeks to facilitate learning for young talents and professional reconversion for adults, designed to provide a platform for individuals to learn new skills, gain knowledge, and enhance their expertise. The HUB will include features such as curated learning content, interactive learning tools, expert mentoring, networking opportunities, and career services to help learners achieve their goals. EDUHUB is the place where learning meets creativity.
Geographical Scope
Regional
Project Region
Romania, Nord-Est (North-East), Romania
Urban or rural issues
Mainly rural
Physical or other transformations
It refers to a physical transformation of the built environment (hard investment)
EU Programme or fund
No
Description of the project
Summary
The aim of the project proposal is twofold. The main aim is to create an educational hub for young talents, in a barn situated in the proximity of a cultural heritage site. The secondary aim would be to launch a professional reconversion programme for talented adults from diaspora who decide to come back home.
The target group is represented by the youth and adults who want to take part in the professional reconversion process, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The specific objectives are:
•To provide a sustainable and inclusive learning environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and collaboration among the learners.
•To renovate and equip the barn with modern facilities and technologies that can support various educational, professional reconversion, and cultural programs.
•To design and deliver a curriculum that covers topics such as digital skills, financial education, innovation, arts, languages, reasoning skills, etc. that is tailored to the needs and interests of the trainees.
•To create a network of mentors, experts, and partners who can provide guidance, feedback, and opportunities for the youth, and adults who want to participate in the reconversion program.
•To promote the values and principles of the New European Bauhaus initiative, such as circular economy, design for all, cultural diversity, etc.
The expected outcomes are:
•Improved educational attainment and employability of the learners, as well as increased self-confidence and motivation.
•Enhanced social cohesion and integration of the learners, as well as reduced isolation and marginalization.
•Strengthened local identity and culture, as well as increased awareness and appreciation of nature.
•Contributed to the regeneration and revitalization of the village and to the European Green Deal goals.
The project fits in the 3rd category because it addresses the needs of a territory and a community that face specific economic, social, and physical challenges.
The target group is represented by the youth and adults who want to take part in the professional reconversion process, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The specific objectives are:
•To provide a sustainable and inclusive learning environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and collaboration among the learners.
•To renovate and equip the barn with modern facilities and technologies that can support various educational, professional reconversion, and cultural programs.
•To design and deliver a curriculum that covers topics such as digital skills, financial education, innovation, arts, languages, reasoning skills, etc. that is tailored to the needs and interests of the trainees.
•To create a network of mentors, experts, and partners who can provide guidance, feedback, and opportunities for the youth, and adults who want to participate in the reconversion program.
•To promote the values and principles of the New European Bauhaus initiative, such as circular economy, design for all, cultural diversity, etc.
The expected outcomes are:
•Improved educational attainment and employability of the learners, as well as increased self-confidence and motivation.
•Enhanced social cohesion and integration of the learners, as well as reduced isolation and marginalization.
•Strengthened local identity and culture, as well as increased awareness and appreciation of nature.
•Contributed to the regeneration and revitalization of the village and to the European Green Deal goals.
The project fits in the 3rd category because it addresses the needs of a territory and a community that face specific economic, social, and physical challenges.
Key objectives for sustainability
The key objectives of the project in terms of sustainability are:
•To provide access to quality education for youth from rural and disadvantaged areas;
•To enhance the skills and employability of the participants;
•To stimulate the creativity and entrepreneurship of the participants;
•To promote the values of diversity, inclusion, solidarity, and citizenship among the participants;
•To preserve and valorise the cultural and natural heritage of the rural area;
•To improve the energy efficiency and environmental performance of the barn;
•To set the founding pillars for a professional reconversion programme in the North-Eastern region;
•To implement a self-sustaining concept to finance the OPEX of EDUHUB.
These objectives will be met by:
•Renovating the old barn using natural and recycled materials, such as wood and stone. We will also replace the current asbestos roof with an eco-friendly roof (shingle tiles) while keeping the original structure and features of the barn.
•Designing the interior of the barn as a multifunctional, modular, and flexible space that can accommodate different activities and needs.
•Equipping the barn with modern technologies and equipment (laptops, interactive tables, tablets, internet access, already existent, projectors, printers, and scanners.
•Developing a curriculum and a program of activities that are tailored to the local context and the interests of the participants. The curriculum would cover topics such as digital skills, financial education, entrepreneurship, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement.
•Engaging the local community. A partnership with local stakeholders has been already established and several activities have been already carried out.
•Helping the adults that return from diaspora to be integrated in the local workforce, via dedicated training sessions held by local experts.
•Hosting paid workshops by involving local craftsmen and artists.
•To provide access to quality education for youth from rural and disadvantaged areas;
•To enhance the skills and employability of the participants;
•To stimulate the creativity and entrepreneurship of the participants;
•To promote the values of diversity, inclusion, solidarity, and citizenship among the participants;
•To preserve and valorise the cultural and natural heritage of the rural area;
•To improve the energy efficiency and environmental performance of the barn;
•To set the founding pillars for a professional reconversion programme in the North-Eastern region;
•To implement a self-sustaining concept to finance the OPEX of EDUHUB.
These objectives will be met by:
•Renovating the old barn using natural and recycled materials, such as wood and stone. We will also replace the current asbestos roof with an eco-friendly roof (shingle tiles) while keeping the original structure and features of the barn.
•Designing the interior of the barn as a multifunctional, modular, and flexible space that can accommodate different activities and needs.
•Equipping the barn with modern technologies and equipment (laptops, interactive tables, tablets, internet access, already existent, projectors, printers, and scanners.
•Developing a curriculum and a program of activities that are tailored to the local context and the interests of the participants. The curriculum would cover topics such as digital skills, financial education, entrepreneurship, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement.
•Engaging the local community. A partnership with local stakeholders has been already established and several activities have been already carried out.
•Helping the adults that return from diaspora to be integrated in the local workforce, via dedicated training sessions held by local experts.
•Hosting paid workshops by involving local craftsmen and artists.
Key objectives for aesthetics and quality
The key objectives in terms of aesthetics and quality of experience for people are:
•To create a harmonious and inspiring environment that blends the traditional and the contemporary, the natural and the artificial, the local and the global.
•To stimulate the imagination of the people who visit and use the barn.
•To foster a sense identity and community among the people who participate in the project.
•To celebrate the diversity and richness of the culture and heritage of Brăești and the North-Eastern part of Romania.
These objectives will be met by:
•Using a palette of colours, textures and materials that reflect the landscape and the local history and culture. Natural and organic materials will be used such as wood and stone, to create a connection with nature. Recycled and upcycled materials, such as metal, plastic, and glass, will be used to create a contrast with the natural elements.
•Incorporating elements of design and art that are inspired by the local traditions, crafts, and folklore. Motifs, patterns, and symbols that are typical of the Romanian culture, such as geometric shapes, floral designs and animal figures will be used. Artworks and crafts made by local artists and artisans, such as paintings, sculptures, pottery, and textiles will be displayed in the HUB and local musicians and storytellers will be invited to perform in the barn.
•Providing spaces and facilities that are comfortable, accessible, and adaptable to different needs and preferences. The barn is designed as a modular and flexible space that can be rearranged according to the function and the mood. It will embed ergonomic furniture and equipment, durable and easy to use. The barn will be accessible to people with disabilities, by providing ramps and signs.
•Encouraging interaction, collaboration among the people who are involved in the project. A social space where people can meet, chat, share and learn from each other will be created as a spin-off from the current FB page
•To create a harmonious and inspiring environment that blends the traditional and the contemporary, the natural and the artificial, the local and the global.
•To stimulate the imagination of the people who visit and use the barn.
•To foster a sense identity and community among the people who participate in the project.
•To celebrate the diversity and richness of the culture and heritage of Brăești and the North-Eastern part of Romania.
These objectives will be met by:
•Using a palette of colours, textures and materials that reflect the landscape and the local history and culture. Natural and organic materials will be used such as wood and stone, to create a connection with nature. Recycled and upcycled materials, such as metal, plastic, and glass, will be used to create a contrast with the natural elements.
•Incorporating elements of design and art that are inspired by the local traditions, crafts, and folklore. Motifs, patterns, and symbols that are typical of the Romanian culture, such as geometric shapes, floral designs and animal figures will be used. Artworks and crafts made by local artists and artisans, such as paintings, sculptures, pottery, and textiles will be displayed in the HUB and local musicians and storytellers will be invited to perform in the barn.
•Providing spaces and facilities that are comfortable, accessible, and adaptable to different needs and preferences. The barn is designed as a modular and flexible space that can be rearranged according to the function and the mood. It will embed ergonomic furniture and equipment, durable and easy to use. The barn will be accessible to people with disabilities, by providing ramps and signs.
•Encouraging interaction, collaboration among the people who are involved in the project. A social space where people can meet, chat, share and learn from each other will be created as a spin-off from the current FB page
Key objectives for inclusion
The key objectives of the project in terms of inclusion are:
•To make the barn accessible and affordable for all, regardless of their age, gender, income, etc.
•To involve the local community and other stakeholders in the design and implementation of the project.
•To promote the principles of design for all and social innovation in the transformation of the built environment.
•To create a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment.
These objectives will be met by:
•Providing ramps and signs to make the HUB accessible to people with disabilities. Discounts will be offered to make the barn affordable to people with low income or from disadvantaged groups. Also, the HUB will be open to everyone who wants to join the project, regardless of their qualifications, experience, or background.
•Engaging the local community and other stakeholders in the project by conducting surveys, interviews, and workshops to understand their needs and expectations.
•Applying the principles of design for all and social innovation in the renovation of the barn. Natural and recycled materials, such as wood and stone will be used in order to reduce the environmental impact of the project. Modular and flexible furniture and equipment that can be adapted to different needs and preferences will also be used.
•Creating a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment. A cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management and benefits of the project will be created.
The project can be exemplary in terms of inclusion as it demonstrates how an old barn can be transformed into a beautiful, sustainable, and inclusive educational hub for young talents in a rural area that needs particular attention. It shows how design can be used as a tool for social change and territorial development and how education can be a catalyst for innovation and entrepreneurship in a place that faces many challenges.
•To make the barn accessible and affordable for all, regardless of their age, gender, income, etc.
•To involve the local community and other stakeholders in the design and implementation of the project.
•To promote the principles of design for all and social innovation in the transformation of the built environment.
•To create a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment.
These objectives will be met by:
•Providing ramps and signs to make the HUB accessible to people with disabilities. Discounts will be offered to make the barn affordable to people with low income or from disadvantaged groups. Also, the HUB will be open to everyone who wants to join the project, regardless of their qualifications, experience, or background.
•Engaging the local community and other stakeholders in the project by conducting surveys, interviews, and workshops to understand their needs and expectations.
•Applying the principles of design for all and social innovation in the renovation of the barn. Natural and recycled materials, such as wood and stone will be used in order to reduce the environmental impact of the project. Modular and flexible furniture and equipment that can be adapted to different needs and preferences will also be used.
•Creating a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment. A cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management and benefits of the project will be created.
The project can be exemplary in terms of inclusion as it demonstrates how an old barn can be transformed into a beautiful, sustainable, and inclusive educational hub for young talents in a rural area that needs particular attention. It shows how design can be used as a tool for social change and territorial development and how education can be a catalyst for innovation and entrepreneurship in a place that faces many challenges.
How Citizens benefit
The citizens benefiting from or affected by the project and civil society will be involved in the project in various ways and have a significant impact on the project. Their role and level of involvement will be as follows:
•The youth from the North-Eastern region of Romania will be the main beneficiaries and participants of the project. They will be involved in the design and implementation of the project and will also be the main users of the HUB. They will contribute to the project by sharing their needs and expectations, by providing feedback and suggestions, by attending workshops, lectures, seminars, exhibitions, by creating artworks and crafts, by performing music and storytelling, by learning financial education, digital skills, entrepreneurship, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement, by working on projects and challenges, by networking with other educational hubs in Europe.
•The local stakeholders, such as schools, NGOs, and authorities, will be the partners and supporters of the project. They will be involved in the implementation of the project, offering resources, expertise, guidance, and mentoring, by collaborating on common goals and activities, by endorsing and promoting the project, by accessing the facilities and equipment of the barn, by promoting the artworks and crafts made by the participants, by investing in the participants who have developed skills and competencies through the project.
•The civil society organizations, such as associations, foundations, active in the fields of education, culture, social innovation, and territorial development, will be the mentors and inspirations of the project. They will contribute to the project by providing models, frameworks, and methodologies, by providing advice and feedback, by sharing experiences, lessons learned and challenges that have enriched the project’s learning process, by exchanging ideas, opportunities, and contacts.
•The youth from the North-Eastern region of Romania will be the main beneficiaries and participants of the project. They will be involved in the design and implementation of the project and will also be the main users of the HUB. They will contribute to the project by sharing their needs and expectations, by providing feedback and suggestions, by attending workshops, lectures, seminars, exhibitions, by creating artworks and crafts, by performing music and storytelling, by learning financial education, digital skills, entrepreneurship, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement, by working on projects and challenges, by networking with other educational hubs in Europe.
•The local stakeholders, such as schools, NGOs, and authorities, will be the partners and supporters of the project. They will be involved in the implementation of the project, offering resources, expertise, guidance, and mentoring, by collaborating on common goals and activities, by endorsing and promoting the project, by accessing the facilities and equipment of the barn, by promoting the artworks and crafts made by the participants, by investing in the participants who have developed skills and competencies through the project.
•The civil society organizations, such as associations, foundations, active in the fields of education, culture, social innovation, and territorial development, will be the mentors and inspirations of the project. They will contribute to the project by providing models, frameworks, and methodologies, by providing advice and feedback, by sharing experiences, lessons learned and challenges that have enriched the project’s learning process, by exchanging ideas, opportunities, and contacts.
Physical or other transformations
It refers to a physical transformation of the built environment (hard investment)
Innovative character
The innovative character of the project, when compared to mainstream actions in the field of the project, is that it:
•Transforms an old barn into a beautiful, sustainable, and inclusive educational hub for young talents in a rural area that needs particular and urgent attention.
•Uses design as a tool for social change and territorial development, by creating a harmonious and inspiring environment that blends the traditional and the contemporary, the natural and the artificial, the local and the global.
•Develops a curriculum and a program of activities that are tailored to the local context and the interests of the participants, by covering topics such as digital skills, entrepreneurship, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement.
•Creates a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment, by using a cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management, and benefits of the project.
•Engages the local community and other stakeholders in the project, by involving them in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the project, by providing them with access to quality education, training, mentoring, and networking opportunities, by celebrating their culture and heritage, by fostering their social cohesion and inclusion.
•Transforms an old barn into a beautiful, sustainable, and inclusive educational hub for young talents in a rural area that needs particular and urgent attention.
•Uses design as a tool for social change and territorial development, by creating a harmonious and inspiring environment that blends the traditional and the contemporary, the natural and the artificial, the local and the global.
•Develops a curriculum and a program of activities that are tailored to the local context and the interests of the participants, by covering topics such as digital skills, entrepreneurship, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement.
•Creates a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment, by using a cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management, and benefits of the project.
•Engages the local community and other stakeholders in the project, by involving them in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the project, by providing them with access to quality education, training, mentoring, and networking opportunities, by celebrating their culture and heritage, by fostering their social cohesion and inclusion.
Disciplines/knowledge reflected
•Architecture and design: These fields will be involved in the renovation of the old barn and the creation of a beautiful, sustainable, and inclusive space. The representatives of these fields will be the architects and artists who will work on the project, as well as the local artisans and craftsmen who will provide their skills and materials. The added value of this process will be that it will result in a harmonious and inspiring environment that blends the traditional and the contemporary, the natural and the artificial, the local and the global.
•Education and culture: These fields will be involved in the development of a curriculum and a program of activities that are tailored to the local context and the interests of the participants. The curriculum will cover topics such as digital skills, entrepreneurship, financial education, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement. The representatives of these fields will be the teachers, trainers, mentors, and experts who will deliver the content, as well as the local musicians, dancers and storytellers who will perform in the barn. The added value of this process will be that it will stimulate the senses, the emotions and the imagination of the people who visit and use the barn.
•Social innovation and territorial development: These fields will be involved in the creation of a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment. The project will use a cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management, and benefits of the project. The representatives of these fields will be the local stakeholders, such as schools, NGOs and authorities who will partner with or support the project. The added value of this process will be that it will foster social cohesion, innovation, and entrepreneurship among the local community, especially the youth.
•Education and culture: These fields will be involved in the development of a curriculum and a program of activities that are tailored to the local context and the interests of the participants. The curriculum will cover topics such as digital skills, entrepreneurship, financial education, social innovation, environmental awareness, cultural diversity, and civic engagement. The representatives of these fields will be the teachers, trainers, mentors, and experts who will deliver the content, as well as the local musicians, dancers and storytellers who will perform in the barn. The added value of this process will be that it will stimulate the senses, the emotions and the imagination of the people who visit and use the barn.
•Social innovation and territorial development: These fields will be involved in the creation of a new societal model that is based on cooperation, participation, and empowerment. The project will use a cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management, and benefits of the project. The representatives of these fields will be the local stakeholders, such as schools, NGOs and authorities who will partner with or support the project. The added value of this process will be that it will foster social cohesion, innovation, and entrepreneurship among the local community, especially the youth.
Methodology used
The approach that will be used in the project is based on the following principles:
•Participatory design: Local community and other stakeholders will be involved in the design and implementation of the project. Surveys, interviews, and workshops will be used to understand their needs, preferences, and expectations. A platform where they can exchange ideas, feedback and suggestions will be also used.
•Design for all: The principles of design for all and social innovation in the transformation of the built environment will be used. Natural and recycled materials, such as wood and stone will be used to reduce the environmental impact of the project. Modular and flexible furniture and equipment that can be adapted to different needs and preferences will also be included, together with the technologies and methods that foster creativity, collaboration and problem-solving among the participants.
•Cooperative model: A cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management and benefits of the project will be created
•Participatory design: Local community and other stakeholders will be involved in the design and implementation of the project. Surveys, interviews, and workshops will be used to understand their needs, preferences, and expectations. A platform where they can exchange ideas, feedback and suggestions will be also used.
•Design for all: The principles of design for all and social innovation in the transformation of the built environment will be used. Natural and recycled materials, such as wood and stone will be used to reduce the environmental impact of the project. Modular and flexible furniture and equipment that can be adapted to different needs and preferences will also be included, together with the technologies and methods that foster creativity, collaboration and problem-solving among the participants.
•Cooperative model: A cooperative model that allows the participants to share the ownership, management and benefits of the project will be created
How stakeholders are engaged
•The local level: The local community of Brăești, especially the youth, will be the main beneficiaries and participants of the project. They will be involved in the design and implementation of the project. They will also become the users of the barn, contributing to the project by sharing their needs and expectations, by providing feedback and suggestions, by attending workshops, lectures, seminars, etc. They will also develop a sense of identity and community that will enhance their social cohesion and inclusion.
•The regional level: The local stakeholders, such as schools, NGOs, and authorities, will be the partners of the project. They will be involved in the implementation of the project. The added value of their engagement will be that they will increase their social capital, innovation potential and economic development. They will also strengthen their regional identity, cooperation and integration.
•The national level: The national authorities and institutions, such as ministries and agencies, will be the potential regulators of the project. The added value of their engagement will be that they will support a bottom-up initiative that addresses a specific need of a rural area that is often neglected or marginalized. They will also benefit from a successful example of a new educational model that is aligned with their national priorities and objectives.
•The European level: The European Commission (EC) will be the promoter and disseminator of the project in case it will be funded. The added value of the engagement will be that they will foster a grassroots movement that embodies the European ideals of beauty, sustainability and inclusion. They will also showcase a flagship project that demonstrates how design can be used as a tool for social change and territorial development in Europe.
•The regional level: The local stakeholders, such as schools, NGOs, and authorities, will be the partners of the project. They will be involved in the implementation of the project. The added value of their engagement will be that they will increase their social capital, innovation potential and economic development. They will also strengthen their regional identity, cooperation and integration.
•The national level: The national authorities and institutions, such as ministries and agencies, will be the potential regulators of the project. The added value of their engagement will be that they will support a bottom-up initiative that addresses a specific need of a rural area that is often neglected or marginalized. They will also benefit from a successful example of a new educational model that is aligned with their national priorities and objectives.
•The European level: The European Commission (EC) will be the promoter and disseminator of the project in case it will be funded. The added value of the engagement will be that they will foster a grassroots movement that embodies the European ideals of beauty, sustainability and inclusion. They will also showcase a flagship project that demonstrates how design can be used as a tool for social change and territorial development in Europe.
Global challenges
The project addresses several global challenges that are related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), respectively:
•Quality Education. The project aims to provide high-quality education and training to young talents in a rural area that lacks access to adequate educational opportunities. By transforming an old barn into an educational hub, a learning environment that leads to innovation, creativity, and lifelong learning could be created.
•Decent Work and Economic Growth. The project aims to foster social innovation and social entrepreneurship among young talents, which could generate employment, income, and social impact for them and their communities. By equipping your learners with the tools and resources they need to identify problems and design solutions, the initiative could enable them to create value for themselves and others, while addressing some of the social and environmental challenges that affect their area and beyond.
•Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. The project aims to use innovative technologies and methods to deliver high-quality education and training to young talents. By using digital tools, blended learning, gamification, project-based learning, flexible and personalised learning experiences for the target group can be provided.
•Reduced Inequalities. The project aims to prioritise the places and people that need it the most, by focusing on a rural area that faces multiple challenges such as depopulation, poverty, and low educational attainment. By providing better opportunities for education, employment, and social inclusion for young talents in this area, inequalities that exist between urban and rural areas can be reduced (as well as between different groups of people based on their gender, age, ethnicity, disability, etc.)
•Quality Education. The project aims to provide high-quality education and training to young talents in a rural area that lacks access to adequate educational opportunities. By transforming an old barn into an educational hub, a learning environment that leads to innovation, creativity, and lifelong learning could be created.
•Decent Work and Economic Growth. The project aims to foster social innovation and social entrepreneurship among young talents, which could generate employment, income, and social impact for them and their communities. By equipping your learners with the tools and resources they need to identify problems and design solutions, the initiative could enable them to create value for themselves and others, while addressing some of the social and environmental challenges that affect their area and beyond.
•Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. The project aims to use innovative technologies and methods to deliver high-quality education and training to young talents. By using digital tools, blended learning, gamification, project-based learning, flexible and personalised learning experiences for the target group can be provided.
•Reduced Inequalities. The project aims to prioritise the places and people that need it the most, by focusing on a rural area that faces multiple challenges such as depopulation, poverty, and low educational attainment. By providing better opportunities for education, employment, and social inclusion for young talents in this area, inequalities that exist between urban and rural areas can be reduced (as well as between different groups of people based on their gender, age, ethnicity, disability, etc.)
Learning transferred to other parties
The following elements of the project could be replicated/transferred:
•The transformation of an old barn into an educational hub for young talents is a creative and sustainable way of reusing existing buildings and spaces, while providing opportunities for learning and innovation. This idea could be applied to other rural areas that have unused structures that could be renovated and repurposed for educational purposes.
•The location the project in Brăești is also relevant for the category 3 of the initiative as it is a rural area that faces challenges such as depopulation, poverty, and low educational attainment. The project could serve as a model for other similar areas that need to revitalise their communities and provide better opportunities for their youth.
•The involvement of the local community and stakeholders in the design and implementation of your project is another important element that could be replicated or transferred to other contexts. By engaging the local youth, educators, authorities, and civil society organisations, it is ensured that the proposed project responds to the actual needs of the people. This approach is aligned with the human-centred design methodology that underpins the NEB initiative.
•The use of innovative technologies and methods to deliver high-quality education and training to young talents is another element that could be replicated. For example, digital tools, blended learning, gamification, etc. could be used to provide flexible and personalised learning experiences for the target group.
•The focus on social innovation and social entrepreneurship as the main outcomes of the project is another element that could be transferred to other contexts. By equipping young talents with the skills and resources they need to identify problems in their own communities and design solutions for them, the project could contribute to addressing some of the social and environmental challenges that affect the region and beyond.
•The transformation of an old barn into an educational hub for young talents is a creative and sustainable way of reusing existing buildings and spaces, while providing opportunities for learning and innovation. This idea could be applied to other rural areas that have unused structures that could be renovated and repurposed for educational purposes.
•The location the project in Brăești is also relevant for the category 3 of the initiative as it is a rural area that faces challenges such as depopulation, poverty, and low educational attainment. The project could serve as a model for other similar areas that need to revitalise their communities and provide better opportunities for their youth.
•The involvement of the local community and stakeholders in the design and implementation of your project is another important element that could be replicated or transferred to other contexts. By engaging the local youth, educators, authorities, and civil society organisations, it is ensured that the proposed project responds to the actual needs of the people. This approach is aligned with the human-centred design methodology that underpins the NEB initiative.
•The use of innovative technologies and methods to deliver high-quality education and training to young talents is another element that could be replicated. For example, digital tools, blended learning, gamification, etc. could be used to provide flexible and personalised learning experiences for the target group.
•The focus on social innovation and social entrepreneurship as the main outcomes of the project is another element that could be transferred to other contexts. By equipping young talents with the skills and resources they need to identify problems in their own communities and design solutions for them, the project could contribute to addressing some of the social and environmental challenges that affect the region and beyond.
Keywords
Innovation
Sustainability
Diversity
Community
Preservation
