ENGINE - Education for Rural Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The ENGINE project is pioneering a new approach to rural development by fostering entrepreneurship and innovation through EDUPACK – a tailored educational tool designed to address the specific needs of rural communities. EDUPACK, developed as a result of cooperation among universities and various sectors, will provide a comprehensive curriculum that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of rural entrepreneurship and innovation.
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EDUPACK: Empowering Rural Innovation
The ENGINE project pioneers a new approach to rural development by fostering entrepreneurial mindsets through the EDUPACK tool. Tailored to rural needs and integrated into university curricula, EDUPACK equips students with skills to drive innovation in rural areas.
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An Innovative Approach to Rural Development
The project brings together a diverse consortium of European universities and research institutes from Central and Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Northern Europe, and Southern Europe. This collaboration allows for a comparative analysis of rural development challenges and opportunities across different regions.
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Building Bridges with Rural Stakeholders
By working closely with rural stakeholders, the project ensures that the EDUPACK is relevant to the real-world needs of rural communities. This collaborative approach will strengthen the link between academia and industry, leading to more effective education and training programs.
Inter-institutional Cooperation
Consortium partners
PolandUnited for Innovation
The ENGINE project is carried out by the consortium of four European universities and one non-profit organization, with Krakow University of Economics (Poland) as the Leader.
Collaboration for Rural Growth
The consortium partners offer extensive knowledge and expertise. This collaborative approach will allow the project to deliver high-quality outputs, enhancing the education of E&I leaders in rural areas, and thus creating a lasting impact on rural communities.
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Impacts
Empowering Future Rural Leaders
Students and graduates will acquire knowledge, skills, and competencies in entrepreneurship and innovation within rural contexts. The project will increase awareness of the opportunities and challenges in rural development, encouraging students and graduates to pursue careers in rural areas
Enhanced Social and Economic Development
The project will help create more vibrant and sustainable rural areas by empowering individuals to lead in innovation and entrepreneurship, thus fostering economic growth and enhancing social well-being in rural communities
Enhanced Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration
The project will foster collaboration among participating organizations, facilitating the exchange of best practices and innovative teaching methods. It will also strengthen the relationship between academic institutions and rural stakeholders, building a platform for mutual exchange of knowledge, experiences and expectations related to the educational process
Strengthened HEI Capacity
Universities will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to develop and deliver high-quality E&I education programs specifically designed for rural needs
Insights for Rural Development Policies
The project will equip policymakers with valuable insights, helping them develop more effective policies to support innovation and entrepreneurship in rural areas.
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