The DigiCreate virtual exchanges will run for 36 months and enable every young person in the target group to access high-quality international and cross-cultural non-formal education based on the DigiCreate Methodological Framework developed during the project, without physical mobility.
The activities are organized into 6 work packages and incorporate relevant virtual exchanges from the very start. Within these WPs, the consortium will conduct project coordination & management (WP1), develop and pilot test a new training and methodological framework (DigiCreate Methodological Framework), mentoring program and gamification strategy (WP2), develop and pilot digital tools, as well as the DigiCreate Digital Hive Toolbox (WP3), develop virtual exchange tech and materials to promote virtual exchange (WP4), enhance cooperation between the EU and Western Balkan countries in the fields of youth and creative industries via 3 Virtual Exchange Conferences (WP5), engage youngsters from participating countries, and conduct dissemination activities, as well as a community-building impact assessment (WP6).
Consortium Members
Youth Power Germany EV (YP) – Germany: https://yp-de.org/
YP DE is a German organization dedicated to empowering young people, particularly those with fewer opportunities, through initiatives focused on social inclusion, education, and the promotion of creativity and innovation. With a strong background in youth work and a commitment to utilizing digital tools for social impact, YP DE plays a crucial role in project coordination and management. YP DE is responsible for DigCreate’s project coordination and management.
Evolutionary Archetypes Consulting SL (EAC) – Spain: https://ea.consulting/
EAC is a Spanish innovation research, science communication, empowerment narratives, and EdTech company. EAC collaborates to innovate, communicate, and empower. EAC follows the evolutionary path of recognizing ancient archetypal patterns and growing through the empowerment of the individual. EAC is responsible for the project’s impact and dissemination.
Cooperativa Para O Desenvolvimento E Coesão Social, CRL (Contextos) – Portugal: https://contextos.org.pt/
Contextos is a youth organization and cultural cooperative from Portugal focused on driving social change through community development and participatory projects. Contextos contributes expertise in non-formal education methodologies, youth initiatives, and the development of digital tools for learning and collaboration. Contextos leads the work package focused on Virtual Exchange Focus Groups and the development of the DigiCreate Online Creative Hive Open Digital Toolbox.
Univerzitet Union Nikola Tesla (UniTesla) – Serbia: https://unt.edu.rs/
UniTesla is a higher education institution in Serbia dedicated to advancing science and knowledge transfer across disciplines. It offers multidisciplinary study opportunities aligned with European academic traditions and values, fostering innovation and collaboration. UniTesla contributes expertise in digital media, project management, and higher education, supporting various work packages and virtual exchange activities.
Udruzenje Okret (SPIN) – Montenegro: https://spin-okret.org/
SPIN is a youth organization from Bosnia and Herzegovina focused on creating equal opportunities for youth and promoting positive social values through experiential learning and innovative youth work. SPIN has worked on developing projects, activities, and methodologies involving experiential learning. SPIN leads the work package dedicated to developing Virtual Exchange Technology and Materials, including the DigiCreate Online Platform and online courses.
Nevladina Organizacija GLAS (NVO GLAS) – Montenegro: https://nvoglas.me/
NVO GLAS is an NGO from Montenegro dedicated to improving the position of young people and addressing their needs through non-formal education, entrepreneurship promotion, and social activism. With extensive experience in providing workshops in the areas of human rights, anti-discrimination, and youth policies, NVO GLAS leads the work package focused on developing and validating the DigiCreate Methodological Framework.
Javna Ustanova Univerzitet Crne Gore Podgorica (UoM) – Montenegro: https://www.ucg.ac.me/
UoM is the country’s oldest and largest higher education institution, fostering academic excellence, sustainability, and democratization. With over 20,000 students and 132 global cooperation agreements, UoM actively promotes innovation, mobility, and international collaboration. UoM leads the work package focused on Virtual Exchange Scheduling and Event Management.
Fakultet Za Poslovnu Ekonomiju I Pravo Bar (FPEP Bar) – Montenegro: https://www.fpep.me/
FPEP Bar is a faculty in Montenegro focused on business management and law education. FPEP Bar educates undergraduate, specialist, and master’s students through innovative study programs and the application of a unique model of student practice and practical teaching in the sixth semester. FPEP Bar brings critical expertise in higher education and legal studies to all WPs supporting digital skills development, reviewing copyright and IP frameworks, enriching intercultural dialogue guidance, and advancing innovative marketing techniques.