Partners

Country: Greece
Website: https://www.mitropolitiko.edu.gr/

Metropolitan College is one of the first private colleges in Greece (since 1982), having the widest range of study fields while being the largest UK TNE (Transnational Education) provider in Greece, offering Curricula of EQF level 6-8. All courses meet students’ demands and facilitate entry into the Greek and international job market. The College is accredited by the British Accreditation Council as an independent institution offering higher education, and NARIC recognizes all academic degrees, while it is recognized for its educational excellence, as it cooperates with distinguished state UK Universities. MC has more 12 Academic Faculties offering more than 70 Bachelors, Masters and PhDs. Finally, MC has campuses in 8 locations throughout Greece feature auditoriums, laboratories with equipment of cutting-edge technology, libraries with thousands of titles, sport facilities and recreational areas, thus creating a unique educational environment of international standards.

Country: Greece
Website: https://innovationhive.eu/

Innovation Hive is a private non-profit organisation located in Greece, specialising in the fields of research and innovation. Our actions aim to enhance the economic and social cohesion of European societies We seek solutions to innovation challenges, aiming for growth, sustainability, and maximum societal impact. Our approach to achieving these goals is based on co-creation methodologies and a quadruple helix model. By involving stakeholders from industry, science, and society, we aim to connect businesses, academia, and civic actors to develop a blend of knowledge, skills, tools, values, and motivation. The final goal is to make a difference in local societies and to excel in social innovation principles

Country: France
Website: https://www.afpa.fr/

French national Agency for Adult Vocational Training, member of the public employment service, Afpa is a major operator in vocational training in France. At national level, Afpa designs and implements occupational standards, certification/qualification programmes, assessment tools with a crucial role in professional and social integration by supporting job seekers and employees from training to employment including reskilling, upskilling, personal professional and career development. To support the social inclusion public policies, the institution creates and coordinates programs at regional and national level that foster the integration of persons facing difficulties on the labour market (early school leavers, people with disabilities, immigrants, ethnic minorities…) by developing their employability, increasing job opportunities and preventing all forms of discrimination. Afpa produces professional sector specific survey reports to help public decision makers define their training and certification plans and programs and develops new skills and jobs training programs to respond to the emerging needs in the labour market, in digital and green transition. Afpa relies on a well-established system that combines qualifying training in more than 250 trades, the content of which is revised each year to reflect as closely as possible the reality of the trades expected by companies today and tomorrow, with particular attention paid to trades that are recruiting locally. Afpa supports businesses by addressing their professional needs and training, including both job seekers and employees. With a nationwide network of more than 120 training centers featuring state-of-the-art facilities and a team of 3,000 expert trainers, Afpa offers vocational programs focused on certification and skills development. These programs aim to facilitate workforce integration, enhance career progression, and strengthen the competitiveness of companies.

Country: Lebanon
Website: http://www.pdalebanon.org

The Planning and Development Agency (PDA) is a Lebanese non-profit strategic actor with extensive experience in the design, implementation, and coordination of cross-border development and cooperation initiatives. With over 18 years of operational experience, PDA has contributed to projects across Lebanon, the Mediterranean, and the wider MENA region, acting as a lead applicant, project designer, and transnational partner. Supported by a multidisciplinary professional team, PDA operates across multiple strategic fields related to sustainable development, institutional strengthening, and socio-economic innovation. PDA applies evidence-based and participatory approaches to develop and pilot scalable models that contribute to improved governance, economic inclusion, and institutional resilience at local, national, and transnational levels

Country: Tunisia
Website: http://www.cvpt.tn

CVPT Education a professional training center based in Tunis, Tunisia, dedicated to providing highquality education and certification programs for individuals and professionals seeking to enhance their skills and competencies. CVPT aims to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional expertise by offering career-oriented training tailored to the demands of the job market. CVPT has extensive experience in professional training, capacity building, and skills development across multiple sectors. The center is recognized for its expertise in designing and delivering high -quality training programs tailored to the needs of professionals, executives, and businesses.

Country: Jordan
Website: https://supportyouthleaders.com/

Support Youth Leaders (SYL) is a private non-profit organisation based in Amman, Jordan, specialising in youth empowerment, non-formal education, and international cooperation. Our work aims to strengthen youth participation, social inclusion, and sustainable community development. We develop innovative educational and capacity-building initiatives that support young people in building leadership, digital, and entrepreneurial skills. Through participatory approaches and international partnerships, we connect youth, civil society, and institutions to exchange knowledge and create impactful solutions. Our goal is to empower young people to contribute actively to resilient, inclusive, and sustainable societies.

Country: Egypt
Website: http://www.aastmt.edu

Over more than five decades, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) has established a distinguished record of achievement in education, training, and scientific research, particularly in the fields of maritime transport, engineering, management sciences, and related disciplines. These accomplishments are underpinned by the systematic integration of advanced technologies, innovative pedagogical approaches, and applied research methodologies, enabling the Academy to evolve from a primarily regional institution into one with a strong international presence and recognition.
The vision, mission, and core values of AASTMT embody its founding philosophy and reaffirm its long-standing aspiration to serve as a leading beacon of science and knowledge in Egypt and the wider Arab region. They further emphasize the Academy’s strategic role as an active contributor to sustainable economic and social development, both nationally and internationally. In this context, AASTMT’s guiding framework is articulated as follows:
Vision
The Academy aspires to be a smart educational institution that positively impacts the knowledge society through excellence in research, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Mission
To contribute to sustainable societal development by preparing outstanding graduates capable of driving positive change, through internationally accredited education and training programs, and by strengthening intellectual capital through centers of excellence in scientific research, training, and consultancy services, all delivered in accordance with the highest standards of quality and institutional governance.