About the Project

Project Coordinator, Fagskolen Rogaland, Norway

Fagskolen Rogaland1 is a public educational entity with its own school board, situated in Stavanger, Norway. It has a long history of 150 years, starting as a maritime institution. Over the years, has adapted its offerings to meet the evolving needs of the community, providing educational opportunities at H-VET2 level.Students are aged 20+ who have completed secondary school and achieved a craft certificate. The college boasts about 1600 students with the average age being 35. Fagskolen Rogaland offers a broad range of studies in areas such as technical industrial production, mechanical, electrical, oil and gas, maritime, chemical processing, construction, health services, childhood education, business, entrepreneurship, marketing, tourism, and renewable energies.Equipped with modern teaching/learning equipment such as smart boards, drilling simulators, 3D printers, robotic building equipment, drones, and healthcare virtual reality simulators, Fagskolen Rogaland also boasts a certified materials testing station that delivers services to the local industry and training to students. The staff regularly engage in further training initiatives in different areas of specialization, holding master’s degrees and possessing considerable industry experience.Given the cooperative system in Norway (education institutions, industry, and employment centres), Fagskolen Rogaland has built strong local networks across various educational fields. The entire campus community actively promotes sustainable environmental practices, often collaborating with other schools, local communities, and the municipality/county.

Perifereiako Gymnasio Agias Varvaras, Cyprus

Perifereiako Gymnasio Agias Varvaras, or the Agia Varvara Regional Gymnasium, is a public high school in Nicosia, Cyprus, hosting 412 students aged 12-15. Founded in January 1993, the school employs 51 teachers and offers a variety of obligatory subjects like Greek, English, French, Maths, Physics, and more. The school emphasizes the development of Greek language skills, health safety, climate change awareness, and improving learning outcomes through responsibility and empathy. Despite the expanding economy, Cyprus faces a shortage of skilled workers, making the consolidation of urban and rural skills essential. Perifereiako Gymnasio Agias Varvaras values a strong public school system and a diverse community, striving to offer ongoing training to its teaching staff and promoting creativity, innovation, and environmental responsibility among students.

Polygonal North oy, Finland

Polygonal North Oy is a Finnish start-up offering tailor-made solutions in smart urbanization, environmental engineering, reducing CO2 emissions, and seeking subsidies to turn structured ideas into environmental initiatives. Established in 2021, Polygonal North leverages its deep understanding of digitalization and a nature-based perspective to enable organizations and individuals to be more agile and environmentally friendly. Polygonal North’s human resources have been working with EU funding since 2014. The company has 3 full-time staff in the research and social service sectors and 3 in the manufacturing sector. It provides front-end/back-end developer solutions, including Cross Platform Build (iOS & Android) development and WordPress integration. Polygonal North uses tech-driven, environment-oriented solutions to address global issues like circular economy and environmental sustainability. They have run projects like "School to Farm," using farms as ecological and pedagogical education environments with a gamified STEM-based learning approach.

Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board, Ireland

Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (LCETB) is the state education and training authority in Ireland's Limerick and Clare region. It plays a leading role in providing high-quality education and training, contributing to the social and economic prosperity of the region. LCETB oversees 2 Community National Schools and 18 post-primary Community Colleges, co-patroning 4 Community Schools. It supports youth work initiatives and delivers courses to over 24,000 learners annually through 28 College of Further Education and Training campuses. The authority offers a range of programs, including Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Hospitality Education, Post Leaving Certificate (PLC), Specific Skills Training, Local Training Initiatives, Specialist Training Provision, Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS), and more. LCETB attracts and retains high-caliber staff, providing a supportive working environment that encourages professional and personal development. The authority is committed to flexible employment practices, attractive career prospects, and opportunities for professional advancement. These partners bring a wealth of expertise and resources to the Entrepreneurship for Green Rural Destinations project, ensuring a comprehensive and collaborative approach to promoting sustainable entrepreneurship in rural areas.

Cankaya Ilce Milli Egitim Mudurlugu, Türkiye

The Çankaya District Directorate of National Education, established in 1983, is the central district of Ankara, Turkey, managing 221 schools and adult education centers. The institution focuses on planning, programming, managing, supervising, and evaluating education and trainingat the district level. The Directorate offers lifelong learning opportunities, non-formal vocational training for adults, and socio-cultural activities. It organizes training courses and seminars for teachers, administrators, and educators, promotes national and international projects, and provides strategic planning training. Çankaya Ilce Milli Egitim Mudurlugu supports the development of skills and knowledge for individuals who cannot receive formal education, addressing local and regional educational needs through various courses and programs.

Escola Secundária Cacilhas-Tejo, Portugal

Cacilhas-Tejo Secondary School, located in Almada, Portugal, serves about 1900 students aged 15 and older, along with 140 teachers and 48 school assistants. The school offers general education courses in Science and Technology, Economics, Humanities, and Arts, as well as professional courses in Marketing, Tourism, Graphic Design, Management, and Informatics. The school encourages extracurricular activities and participation in competitions. It also provides adult education in the evenings, offering primary and secondary education courses and Portuguese as a foreign language. The Professional Courses offered at Cacilhas-Tejo are closely linked to the professional world, preparing students for local and regional job markets. These courses include Travel and Transport Agencies Technician, Pharmacy Assistant, Environmental and Rural Tourism, Management Support Technician, and more.