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As part of the smooth transition from the Gap Assessment (WP2) to the Training Development phase (WP3) of the NICE – Innovative Operational Tools for Microenterprises’ Competitiveness and Staff Well-being project, a co-creation event was held to engage stakeholders in validating the WP2 findings and shaping the training content accordingly.

During the session, the two core outputs of WP2—the Executive Summary and the Operational Matrix—were presented and discussed with a targeted group of entrepreneurs, workers from small enterprises, and members of working associations.

The event also introduced the initial structure of the training curriculum, which had been developed based on WP2 findings. Participants were invited to reflect on whether the proposed learning modules responded to their real-world challenges and needs.

The debate and collaborative dialogue focused on perceived needs for fostering innovation and well-being in micro and small enterprises. Several core priorities and training needs emerged:

🔹 AI and Human-Centered Integration
Participants overwhelmingly emphasized the urgent need for practical and serious training on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The group saw AI not as a threat, but as a powerful tool—when aligned with human reasoning and ethical decision-making—to boost productivity, creativity, non-discriminatory processes in HHRR hiring and general efficiency in small enterprises.

🔹 Improving Communication Processes
Effective internal and external communication was highlighted as a core driver of innovation. Participants expressed the need for training in:

• Clear, efficient communication

• Conflict management

• Active listening and empathy in the workplace

🔹 Integrated Learning Approaches
Participants called for a combination of formal and non-formal training, ideally embedded in the workspace, to ensure accessibility and relevance. There was a particular emphasis on:

• Self-training and microlearning

• Peer learning opportunities

• Continuous learning pathways

🔹 Soft Skills for Collaboration and Innovation
A strong consensus emerged around the need for enhancing soft skills, particularly:

• Presenting ideas clearly

• Participating in teamwork

• Creative problem solving

• Emotional intelligence

🔹 Administrative Simplicity & Well-being
Reducing bureaucracy and simplifying processes were cited as essential for staff well-being and innovation. Participants stressed the need for user-friendly systems and better digital tools to manage workflows and HR-related tasks.

🔹 Green Practices & Sustainability
The promotion of sustainable and environmentally friendly practices was identified as both a value and a strategic need, aligning with European and global priorities for responsible innovation.

🔹 Digital Tools & Future-Oriented Training
Other emerging ideas included:

• The use of avatars and gamified learning environments for training

• Integration of AI for HR onboarding processes

• Support for digital transformation in small organizations

This co-creation event offered a valuable opportunity to test the relevance of WP2 findings and validate the direction of the WP3 training curriculum. The feedback received will directly inform the refinement of the training content, ensuring that it is aligned with the actual needs and aspirations of microenterprise stakeholders.

The session reaffirmed the importance of innovation not only as a technological shift, but as a human-centered process, grounded in communication, inclusion, and continuous learning.

As part of its mission to promote socially responsible and sustainability-oriented entrepreneurship in higher education, the IMPACT ACADEMY project has released a new Self-Assessment Tool. This open-access resource is designed to support students, educators, and early-stage entrepreneurs in evaluating how their project ideas align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It enables users to assess the potential social, environmental, and ethical dimensions of their initiatives, and to identify areas for improvement or adjustment.

The Self-Assessment Tool supports users in examining how their project ideas integrate impact awareness, ethical considerations, and long-term social or environmental relevance. It does not produce a mere score or ranking, but it serves as a reflective framework that can be used in classroom settings, mentoring programmes, innovation labs, or independent study.

It is particularly suitable for:

• Entrepreneurship and business planning courses
• Sustainability and innovation modules
• Project-based learning or capstone projects
• Workshops, hackathons, or incubation settings

The Tool is available in multiple formats, including an interactive online version and a downloadable PDF guide. It is accompanied by practical resources such as examples, worksheets, and step-by-step instructions, making it easy to integrate into higher education and training contexts. Educators, students, and trainers can use it flexibly across disciplines and learning formats, both in formal and non-formal education settings.

For more information:

Visit: www.impactacademyproject.eu

Contact: info@impactacademyproject.eu

About IMPACT ACADEMY IMPACT ACADEMY is a two-year Erasmus+ project involving partners from France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Turkey, and North Macedonia. It focuses on embedding social impact and sustainability into entrepreneurship education in higher education through the development of tools, train

On 21^st May 2025, the third Transnational Project Meeting (TPM III) of the “Advancing Language Learning for Inclusive Narratives – ALL-IN” project was successfully held in Brussels, at the headquarters of the Belgian partner, IHF – Institut de Haute Formation aux Politiques Communautaires. The meeting gathered representatives from all partner organizations to assess the progress made and to align on the next crucial phases of the project.

ALL-IN is a European cooperation partnership in the field of Youth, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Commission. The project aims to equip youth workers with the tools to challenge discrimination and promote inclusive values through language learning and intercultural dialogue. The consortium, composed of partners from several EU countries, is working collaboratively to develop an inclusive learning environment and foster inclusive communication within the Youth sector, benefiting individuals, educators, organisations, and society as a whole.

The TPM III was organized into several focused working sessions, each addressing key deliverables and project activities. The day began with a review of administrative and financial updates to ensure effective project management and compliance. This was followed by an overview of all work packages (WPs), and later, discussions on dissemination strategies aimed at enhancing the project’s visibility across digital platforms and youth networks.

A particularly significant part of the meeting was devoted to Work Package 3 (WP3): ALL-IN Toolbox and Gamification. This innovative package is at the heart of the project’s pedagogical strategy, offering a set of interactive training materials now available online at this link, in multilanguage version

The ALL-IN Toolbox is designed to support youth workers in fostering intercultural dialogue through language learning, using inclusive narratives and playful learning techniques. It includes a variety of practical resources — such as educational games, interactive scenarios, and workshop formats — tailored to make learning more engaging and accessible for diverse youth communities.

With the training materials now finalized and published, the next step for the project is to pilot the ALL-IN Toolbox with the target groups, mainly youth workers. Their feedback and engagement will be essential to refine the tools and ensure they meet the needs of those working directly with young people in inclusive learning environments.

To learn more about the project and stay updated on upcoming activities, you can visit:

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• Or contact our team directly via email: allin.euproject@gmail.com