The INNPACT! Erasmus+ project, is an 18-month Small-scale Partnership in adult education (KA210-ADU). The core objective is to provide participants with practical training in collaborative innovation methodologies, thereby strengthening their problem-solving skills and promoting active community participation. By implementing activities such as mapping local stakeholders and conducting co-creation workshops to design solutions to local challenges, the project aims to produce a key result: a practical and accessible toolbox containing guides and best practices. This toolbox is essential for ensuring the sustainability and replicability of these methodologies across European communities and educational institutions.

Project Objectives

INNPACT! aims to foster a culture of collaborative innovation by bringing together local associations, communities, and students. By involving all members of the community, it identifies local challenges and co-creates innovative, sustainable solutions that address real needs.

Participants gain practical skills in problem-solving and innovation through workshops, prototyping sessions, and hands-on experiences in the Living Lab. These activities encourage collaborative learning, critical thinking, and the development of solutions tailored to real local contexts.

The project also supports the creation of reusable resources for community innovation through a toolbox, developed in English and translated into the languages of all partner organizations. This toolbox includes practical guides, templates, and best practices that can be replicated in other contexts to foster innovation at the community level.

Who is this project for?

This initiative is designed for individuals and organizations committed to improving their communities and creating a positive social impact. It is particularly relevant for members of local and community associations, such as neighborhood groups, NGOs, and cultural, social, or environmental organizations, who work directly with local challenges and wish to contribute to co-creating sustainable solutions.

The project also welcomes young people and students interested in sustainability, education, inclusion, and culture. Their participation brings fresh perspectives and encourages civic engagement. Special attention is given to marginalized groups and those at risk of social exclusion, ensuring that all voices are heard and promoting inclusion, social cohesion, and equal opportunities. Educators and adult education trainers interested in educational innovation and participatory co-creation methods are also encouraged to participate.

Finally, the project is open to institutions, local organizations, small businesses, and startups that value collaborative approaches to community challenges and wish to drive initiatives with positive social impact.

Project Partners

Fundacio Privada Joan Bosch (ERAM University of Arts). Based in Salt, Girona, Spain, this educational foundation offers three university degrees: Audiovisual and Multimedia Communication, Performing Arts and Acting, and Fashion. Through the Playful Living Lab (ERAM) department brings together professors, staff, and students exploring the intersection of technology and experience design. In this project, it aims to establish a network of local collaborators, including public institutions, NGOs, and other non-profit organizations, in order to identify community needs and co-develop innovative, sustainable solutions.

Ustanova za obrazovanje odraslih Dante (Croatia). An Adult Education Institution. Founded in 1991 in Rijeka, Croatia, Dante is a leading adult education institution offering formal and non-formal programs, including language learning, intercultural communication, transferable skills, and entrepreneurship. It supports disadvantaged groups and promotes their integration into the community and the labor market through courses and projects.

The Irish Seaweed Consultancy (Galway, Ireland). The only environmental consultancy in Ireland specializing in phycology (the study of algae), with forty years of experience in seaweed farming, education, and marine outreach. The organization aims to create a network of coastal communities and associations in western Ireland, working with people with disabilities and strong ties to the marine environment, to explore inclusion opportunities in the aquaculture sector and identify barriers to participation.

Fundació Girona Regió del Coneixement (FGRC). Based in Girona, Spain, this non-profit foundation promotes regional development through knowledge transfer, innovation, and collaboration between universities, public institutions, businesses, and civil society. Its mission is to foster a knowledge-based economy by supporting research, technological innovation, and digital transformation, as well as by providing funding, scholarships, and strategic resources to regional initiatives. FGRC organizes co-creation workshops, networking events, and partnerships that connect academic expertise with real-world applications, contributing to sustainable and inclusive growth in the Girona region.

Work packages

WP1. Project Management, Communication, and Dissemination: Led by ERAM, this work package focuses on the overall coordination, as well as the administrative and financial management of the project. It includes internal monitoring, the organization of all internal meetings, and the management of communication and dissemination activities to ensure effective outreach and stakeholder engagement. This involves overseeing a multilingual digital platform and social media channels, as well as implementing key dissemination actions such as the “INNPACT! Voices” online interview series, which captures the personal impact of the project, and the organization of final conferences in Spain, Ireland, and Croatia. In addition, WP1 integrates a strong commitment to environmental sustainability by using carbon calculators and prioritizing digital materials over paper in order to minimize the project’s ecological footprint

WP2. Mapping and Stakeholder Engagement: Led by FGRC, this phase aims to identify and connect with key local and international actors. This includes researching neighborhood associations, NGOs, and public institutions to build a collaborative network and ensuring the participation of marginalized groups and local businesses.

WP3. Toolbox Development: Under the leadership of Ustanova za obrazovanje odraslih Dante (Croatia), this package involves creating a comprehensive Toolbox for participatory innovation. It will include a methodological framework, practical guides for adult education workshops, and evaluation tools, all of which will be translated into English, Spanish, Croatian, and Catalan.

WP4. Compilation of Best Practices: Led by Irish Seaweed Consultancy, this work package focuses on gathering and documenting the most effective methods and successful case studies from the project's activities. The final document will highlight factors for success, digitalization examples, and practical implementation guides to ensure the project's results are sustainable and replicable across Europe.