Exciting Journey to Ireland for the Design Thinking Seminar in September

We are thrilled to announce that we will be traveling to Dublin, Ireland, in September to attend the highly anticipated seminar titled “Design Thinking – Partnerships for Cooperation.” This event will take place from September 16th to 18th, 2024, and promises to be an enriching experience for all participants.

This cross-sectoral thematic contact-making seminar is tailored to support organizations seeking funding under the KA2 Action, Cooperation Partnerships for Cooperation. It offers a unique platform for attendees from various Programme countries to collaborate, innovate, and develop their project ideas using the Design Thinking approach. By participating, we will gain deeper insights into our education and training needs and create innovative solutions that could potentially receive funding through Erasmus+.

What to Expect

The seminar will feature several key components designed to enhance our understanding and application of Design Thinking in project development:

  1. Overview of Design Thinking: We will receive a comprehensive introduction to Design Thinking, a human-centred problem-solving methodology, and learn how it can be applied to Erasmus+ project development.
  2. Practical Workshops: These hands-on sessions will guide us through the project design process, helping us to conceptualize and develop our ideas effectively.
  3. Information Sessions: Experts will provide valuable insights on how to approach partnership applications, increasing our chances of successful funding.
  4. Networking Opportunities: The seminar will offer ample opportunities to connect with other organizations from across the Programme countries, fostering potential future KA2 partnerships and expanding our professional network.

Expected Outcomes

By the end of the event, we anticipate achieving several significant outcomes:

  • Enhanced Understanding of Design Thinking: We will gain a thorough understanding of this innovative, human-centred problem-solving approach and its relevance to our projects.
  • Increased Awareness of Educational Needs: We will develop a better understanding of our own and other organizations’ education and training needs, paving the way for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • Improved Project Development Skills: Learning to apply Design Thinking will enable us to create more innovative and effective project solutions.
  • Expanded Networking: Working with a diverse group of organizations will increase our networking opportunities, potentially leading to new and fruitful partnerships.

This seminar represents a remarkable opportunity for us to advance our skills, collaborate with international peers, and explore innovative solutions for our projects. We are eager to immerse ourselves in the Design Thinking process and look forward to the numerous benefits this seminar will bring.

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