The project Promoting Relevant Education in Science for Sustainability (PRESS) invests in the capacity of HEIs to better educate teachers for ESD. The aim of the project is to install courses for teacher education in science with a focus on promoting ESD. Courses will be developed and implemented to allow partners to strengthen science teacher education with a focus on ESD. Responsible action in society needs participation skills which are (in our contemporary society) inseparably bound to self-determined coverage of media. For ESD, critical scientific media literacy and communication skills with societal stakeholders are suggested as important goals in education, in general and in science education in particular. That is why the PRESS courses on ESD will include a special focus on critical scientific media education and science communication skills to the wider public, both concerning traditional as well as digital/social media. Courses will also include training teachers for integrating school science learning with partners from businesses (SMEs/industry) and the wider public in small educational projects in connection to the non-formal educational arena. Project coordinator: University of Bremen More information about the project: https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/projects/search/details/101082251 

The aim of the national structural reform project ‘Responsible Conduct of Research – Research Integrity and Ethics in Georgian Universities (ETHICS)’ is to launch a systemic improvement intervention to improve the quality of University and Research-Performing Organizations (RPOs) research through launching measures to adhere to the foundations of high-quality research and excellence. Its specific objectives are to introduce the mechanisms of ensuring research ethics, research integrity and good faith for researchers and within advanced level study programs, and in the accreditation standards of doctoral programs to enhance the standards of Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) – Ethics and Integrity supported by appropriate national and institutional policies and processes that help avoid cases of scientific work lacking originality. Equally important is to formally introduce and prevail a culture of research integrity, good research practice and better prepare Georgian universities to become more competitive and offer trustworthy research proposals at home and abroad incorporating research integrity and ethics, specifically under the Horizon Europe and ERC calls. The intervention is intended for universities, research centers and institutes, national authorities, Horizon Europe Office, science foundation, research support [INTEGRITY] officers, PhD and young researchers. Project coordinator: Ilia State University  More information about the project: https://ethics.iliauni.edu.ge/

RE-DIRECTION will constitute a transformative work on the issues aroused after the digital usage expansion in HE bringing forward national actors and stakeholders for the showcase of the needs of different HEIs of Ukraine and Georgia and on a country level. We aim to train staff and trainers, concerning the redesigned curricula developed and craft policy recommendations on connectivity issues of remote HEIs, with ultimate goals to equally meet the labor market needs as well as learners’ needs, match the essential skills and jobs, adapt to fast-changing workplace requirements and bring forward innovative skills. In detail, RE-DIRECTION aims at reinforcing Ukrainian and Georgian Universities with innovative forms of teaching, by redesigning and updating current curricula covering the triphasic spectrum of digitalization, sustainability and inclusivity. At the same time, we envisage to create this change homogenously towards target country HEIs and for this reason a Methodological Framework will be developed, based on the desk and field research, putting evidence on the current trends, societal skills demand, best practices and identifying gaps and inefficiencies. During the development phase of the curricula, we will develop both core and specialized courses which will be validated by a Consultation Committee, reassuring the standards are maintained and regulations are followed. Simultaneously, our project will put a great focus on remote HEIs and institutions of vulnerable communities. During the piloting phase of the redesigned curricula important data will be extracted, emphasizing on connectivity issues of remote HEIS and/or students residing in remote areas. Based on the findings, we will involve stakeholders and policy makers in the development of policy recommendations in key areas such as: connectivity solutions, access to IT infrastructure, partnership with ISPs and innovative solutions i.e. 5G and mesh networks. Project coordinator: Karlshochschule Gemeinnutzige Gmbh More information about the project: https://re-direction.org/

The main goal of the Erasmus+ project - Promoting High-quality Digital Education in Georgia (PRODIGE) is to promote digital higher education in Georgia by implementing relevant legislative changes and strengthening the capacities of higher educational institutions. The three main components of the project are:   Support of the Ministry of Education, Science and Youth in the process of reforming the policy of digital higher education and the recognition of digital education; Development of quality assurance mechanisms for digital higher education; Strengthening the capacity of higher education institutions in the field of digital learning. Within the project, Georgian higher education institutions involved in the project will develop an individual strategic plan to ensure quality digital education, which will be fully in line with the best European standards. The project is planned as digitalization of the learning / teaching component through trainings, workshops, study tours, methodologies, relevant training modules and study materials, as well as updating of the regulatory framework, legislative and quality assurance package, provided by the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE). The project will help strengthen higher education institutions and regulatory bodies based on the best experience in Europe.   The project is supported by the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement of the Ministry of Education, Science and Youth of Georgia, 10 Georgian universities, also, Associated Partners -Georgian Student Organizations Association, Education Development and Employment Center (EDEC). Additionally, the project involves partner educational institutions from Belgium, Estonia, Spain, and Croatia, as well as the Estonian Quality and International Accreditation Agency and a network of universities. Project coordinator: EFMD Global More information about the project: https://www.prodige.com.ge/

DeSIRe aims to enhance the development of soft skills in higher education institutions in Armenia and Georgia, aligning them with the demands of the 21st-century job market. The development of soft skills ensures that students receive a well-rounded education and equips individuals with the ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment and stay competitive in the job market. The project aims to bridge the gap between the soft skills provided by higher education institutions in Armenia and Georgia and the needs of the labor market. The overall objective of the project is fostering the development of national education systems in Armenia and Georgia regarding SS-based teaching and learning methodologies, tailored framework, strategies, and techniques through enhancing the quality of academic content in line with the 21st century labour market to boost students’ career prospects, their employability and entrepreneurial skillset, thereby helping them deal effectively with challenges of their professional and everyday life. Project coordinator: Vanadzor State University  More information about the project: https://desire-project.com/

The general objective of the PeaceEdu project is to foster sustainable practices of Peace in Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova through strengthening the capacity and capability of higher educational institutions in these countries to invest in the development of multidisciplinary peace education and peace studies. Besides the main objective of supporting the relevant curriculum design and delivery of pilot courses, it also aims at generating cross-regional network of learning as well as enhancing dialogue with best practices from other European countries. Through enhancing capacity of the beneficiary HEIs, the project addresses peace and security challenges in the EaP Countries (UA, GE, MD). The focus of this project is to develop tools to mitigate challenges that put Peace under threat in the respective communities through development, integration, and implementation of Peace Education and Peace Studies in Curricula, training of educators/teachers to launch reciprocal development of human resources and contribute to continuous professional development, advancement of the training tools to have a long-term impact on the education system, raising awareness of the public of the importance of peace and peacebuilding, building resilience in the communities and dissemination of the project results to wider public, with the focus on the young people. On the other hand, the proposed project intends to develop urgent tools to mitigate the current massive challenges for Peace to prevent conflict through non-violent means, thus strengthening citizenship competencies in young people, strengthening a cross-regional network for experience sharing, knowledge exchange, and offering long-term solutions for peace and security in the target counties. The achievement of the project objectives relies significantly on mutual sharing of the experiences and expertise among partner countries and with partner countries and participating the EU institution. Project coordinator: Tampere University  More information about the project: https://projects.tuni.fi/peaceedu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com 

The project aims to improve Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in South-Caucasian countries, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. This will involve creating or modifying new courses, impacting schools and communities, and supporting initiatives to promote peace in the region. The project will develop courses for pre-service teachers, in-service teachers, and community action. European partners and the International Association for VaKE (AVaKE) will support these activities. The project consortium consists of seven universities of Transcaucasia, one university of Austria, one university of Greece, and the Association of VaKE.  The PROVE project is guided by the following objectives: Integrating Values Education into Higher Education: Develop curricula and teaching methodologies that embed universal values, ethical reasoning, and social responsibility. Enhancing Institutional Capacities: Build the capacity of higher education institutions to deliver values education effectively and sustainably. Promoting Regional Cooperation: Strengthen collaboration among South Caucasus and EU institutions to address shared societal challenges through values-based education. Fostering Societal Impact: Empower students and faculty with the tools to act as ethical leaders and change agents in their communities. Project coordinator: Iakob Gogebashvili Telavi State University More information about the project: https://prove.tesau.edu.ge/geo/project-goals-and-objectives/

Project ELICIA Funded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) through EIT RawMaterials, the ELICIA Project aims to strengthen leadership and innovation capacity in the creative industries through AI-based entrepreneurship.  The project aims to transform European Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) into creativity-focused innovation and AI-driven enterprise hubs. In line with the EIT HEI Initiative, it strengthens institutional capacity and cross-disciplinary collaboration, enabling HEIs to develop entrepreneurial skills and harness the potential of artificial intelligence and creative technologies. The project focuses on creating an environment where technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship intersect to drive sustainable and human-centered innovation. Within this framework, ELICIA will develop a joint curriculum that integrates Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship, enabling students, academics, and professionals to acquire interdisciplinary skills for the digital economy. Ilia State University will play a key role in the project as a regional center for innovation and research. The University will establish: a Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory – a specialized space for research, experimentation, and the development and implementation of new technologies; an educational training module focused on entrepreneurship, prototyping, robotics, innovation, and creative industries. Project coordinator: Istanbul Kültür University

The Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges project Advancing Research and Innovation in Higher Education through Virtual Exchanges (ARIVE - ERASMUS-EDU-2025-VIRT-EXCH-101250610) is built on an advanced, structured, and interdisciplinary model of virtual academic collaboration powered by artificial intelligence. This approach directly addresses contemporary challenges such as digital transformation, limited research capacity, and barriers to academic mobility. The project brings together universities and research organizations from the European Union and Eastern Partnership countries, working collaboratively to develop: Virtual Research Semester (VRS) programs; Digital mentorship systems; Open-access educational resources. Through a centralized virtual environment, students and early-career researchers will engage in project-based research, AI-driven learning modules, and international, cross-border academic collaboration. The project will run for three years and focuses on: AI-powered research training in data science, machine learning, and in silico methodologies; Structured virtual mentorship and capacity-building for academic supervisors; Development of interdisciplinary research networks and strengthening skills in preparing EU grant applications; Increasing the participation of women in STEM, displaced researchers, and other vulnerable groups by ensuring equal opportunities and fostering digital and soft skills. Project coordinator: Riga Technical University 

Digi-CHange –is an Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education project .The project is implemented by an international consortium bringing together higher education institutions and partner organisations from EU Member States (Ireland, Italy, and Latvia) and partner countries – Georgia and Ukraine. Digi-CHange aims to modernise medical and nursing education through the integration of digital health, artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing future healthcare professionals for ethical, collaborative, and digitally enabled clinical practice.  Project coordinator: Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy.