Niina Karvinen, Diak: How ESIC project is pioneering social innovation through education
Wednesday, 19 June 2024
by Elena Vasiliu
Niina Karvinen, Project Manager and RDI specialist in social entrepreneurship and social innovation projects at the Diaconia University of Applied Sciences in Finland (DIAK), spoke at Enterprising for Tomorrow 2024 conference about the European Social Innovation Campus (ESIC) project and its vision in terms of fostering social innovation in the social economy sector, across EU.
Discussion Highlights
- Overview of the ESIC Project:
- The ESIC project is part of the Erasmus+ initiative and aims to upskill and reskill 5% of the workforce and entrepreneurs in the social economy sector each year. It involves 15 partners from 10 European countries, spanning from vocational education to higher education, and includes social economy organizations and enterprises.
- Research and Curriculum Development:
- The project has completed a systematic literature review, which will serve as the foundation for developing a curriculum and training programs over the next four years. The focus will be on social innovation competencies, including skills, attitudes, and knowledge.
- Digital and Green Transitions:
- A key aspect of the project is addressing the digital and green transitions in the social economy. The project aims to equip workers and entrepreneurs with the necessary skills to adapt to these changes.
- Collaborative Efforts and Future Plans:
- The project emphasizes the importance of collaboration among European partners to create effective training modules that can be adapted to different national contexts. The ultimate goal is to enhance social innovation capacities across Europe.
“We have finalized our systematic literature review six months into our work. The review will serve as the foundation for our upcoming curriculum and training programs.”
Niina Karvinen, Diak
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