The key actors of the project

Lascò is a Knowledge Innovation Studio that designs and implements innovation and digital transformation strategies centered on people for companies, education and training entities, and public institutions. Lascò contributes expertise in digital transformation and emerging technologies, including Blockchain technology (recognized as a 2021 Best Practice by the Ministry of the Interior for its blockchain-based system certifying the supply chain of a historic Made in Italy production), Cloud and AI systems, data analysis solutions, and IoT. A core member of the Digital Working Group of the Harnessing Talent Platform, an initiative of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO), Lascò works to provide upskilling and reskilling opportunities for youth and adults across Europe.

The Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS) is a multi-campus university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and technical training courses, covering a wide range of education levels from Level 6 degrees to Level 10 PhDs. It also supports craft apprenticeship programs and provides opportunities for continuous and adult education. With campuses located in Athlone, Clare, Limerick, and Tipperary, and hundreds of courses offered annually, TUS has a strong and dynamic educational tradition rooted in the region. The university plays a key role in preserving and strengthening this identity for future generations. By consistently providing high-quality graduates and serving as a hub for growth and innovation, TUS aims to foster significant regional development.

Femxa Formación is a company with more than 25 years of experience in employment consulting and training, active in Spain and Latin America. It serves companies, public institutions, training centers, and individuals, developing tailored training plans to improve organizational competitiveness and personal employability. Femxa provides training needs analysis, customized plan design, educational material development, expert selection, and activities such as workshops, coaching, and conferences. It manages funded projects for vocational training aimed at employed and unemployed individuals and participates in international initiatives to innovate and promote educational cooperation. With a focus on innovation, Femxa offers digital tools and solutions for continuous learning, supporting people and organizations in their personal and professional growth.

The Digital Economy Lab (DELab) at the University of Warsaw is a center of research excellence that brings together economists, sociologists, legal scholars, and data scientists. This interdisciplinary team conducts in-depth research on the impact of digitalization on society and the economy, collaborating with the public and private sectors to translate scientific knowledge into practical strategies for businesses and public policies. DELab is part of the Global Network of Internet and Society Research Centers, highlighting its prominent role in international research on digital transformation.

The "Carol I" Commercial College of Costantia, with over a century of tradition in economic education, offers an optimal learning environment in the fields of commerce, economics, tourism, and food services. Its mission is to provide students with a set of essential values for integration into the community, contributing to the fulfillment of personal and social needs. The institution offers a wide range of programs for technological high school with a Service profile in the qualifications: Technician in economic activities, Technician in commerce, Technician in administration, Technician in tourism, Technician in gastronomy, Technician in hospitality, and respectively vocational and dual education, with the qualifications: Merchant seller, Cook, Waiter and Pastry chef.. The college actively participates in international projects, such as the Erasmus+ program, and has obtained accreditation in the vocational education and training (VET) sector. Additionally, it maintains partnerships with local economic operators to ensure practical training and professional integration for its students. The college stands out for its academic excellence, achieving a 95.02% graduation rate on the baccalaureate exam in 2024.

KUBI Gesellschaft für Kultur und Bildung gGmbH is an organization founded in 1993 in Frankfurt by Turkish and German citizens, with the aim of improving educational and professional integration opportunities for young people and adults from diverse backgrounds and promoting intercultural understanding. The association focuses on reducing unemployment, particularly among migrants, while also addressing related psychosocial issues. In 2002, KUBI received a special recognition for exemplary commitment to the integration of immigrants in the Federal Republic of Germany, awarded by then-President Johannes Rau. Later, in 2006, it was granted the Integration Prize by the city of Frankfurt am Main. KUBI provides services in various fields, including school assistance, educational support, vocational training, and the promotion of democracy, with the goal of strengthening social cohesion and supporting migrant integration.

The Turkish Culinary Federation was established in 2006 in Istanbul by eight regional culinary associations, bringing together prominent chefs from Turkey. Currently, TAFED comprises 23 associations and operates across the country's seven geographical regions. TAFED's primary goal is to promote the development of the culinary profession in Turkey and internationally by uniting regional associations under a single organization. The federation is committed to improving the legal and social status of the profession, elevating its standards through support for the professional training of chefs and aspiring young talents. In 2014, TAFED became a member of the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS), the largest and most comprehensive global culinary organization, strengthening Turkish cuisine's presence on the international stage. The federation is actively involved in social and educational projects, such as the 'Down Şefler Türkiye' program, which provides culinary training to young individuals with Down syndrome in 11 Turkish provinces, aiming to integrate them professionally into the gastronomy sector. TAFED organizes and participates in numerous culinary events and competitions, both nationally and internationally, promoting Turkish cuisine and contributing to the continuous development of professionals in the field.