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Why the project matters

On the one hand, the environmental crisis is complex and is part of a global polycrisis. Despite local variations, its systematic nature shares common traits. National actors often focus on local symptoms without addressing underlying causes. The systematic structure of the environmental crisis calls for collective solutions based on contemporary approaches & evidence-based knowledge. On the other hand, the educational landscape lacks comprehensive coverage of the socio-political, economic and technical dimensions of the ecosystem, hindering the root causes and ramifications of the eco-crisis.
In this context, the project aims to transform individuals’ perceptions of social and environmental ecosystems and confront nature preservation challenges through interdisciplinary training driven by the collaborative efforts of academics, researchers and experts from diverse disciplines.

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What it aims to achieve

• To build an interdisciplinary network and training framework that enhances green and blue skills among university students through holistic education.
• To develop institutional capacity and social partnerships that anchor sustainability in education systems and amplify impact through regional advocacy and open-source dissemination.

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Expected change

• Improved interdisciplinary collaboration leading to comprehensive solutions for eco-crisis.
• Increased understanding of the interconnectivity between environmental and social ecosystems among all stakeholders and expanded proficiency in blue and green skills among higher education students.

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What the project delivers

• A comprehensive interdisciplinary training program with modules in food safety, sustainability, energy, and public health.
• Policy-aligned Memoranda of Understanding co-developed across partner countries.
• Capacity building workshops for academic staff and societal actors.
• Advocacy campaigns and stakeholder engagement tools.
• A digital platform for knowledge sharing and open-source access.

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Who benefits

• 30 university students directly trained.
• 60+ academics and researchers developing and delivering training.
• 180 extended academic network members involved in peer learning.
• NGOs, research centers, and public institutions benefiting from shared knowledge and partnerships.
• Broader society reached through advocacy, public engagement, and upskilled youth.