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Mobility of higher education students and staff supported by internal policy funds (KA131-HED) - Coordinator: Istanbul Gelisim Universitesi

2023-1-TR01-KA131-HED-0001172512023Mobility of higher education students and stafffinalized
Countries: TR · Grant: €212,800

Objectives

The project was designed to strengthen international cooperation in education and training while creating meaningful opportunities for students, academic staff, and administrative personnel. By implementing this initiative, we aimed to enhance the quality of education, promote equal opportunities, and build long-term partnerships with institutions across Europe and beyond. A central objective was to improve the skills and competences of participants. Through international mobility and exchange activities, students and staff were able to develop professional, academic, and intercultural abilities that are essential for both personal growth and career success. We placed special emphasis on digital competences, green skills, and innovation, preparing participants for the demands of a rapidly changing labour market. Inclusion was another key priority. The project created opportunities for young people with fewer advantages, ensuring that participants from disadvantaged backgrounds could benefit equally. This approach reflected our commitment to fairness, diversity, and social responsibility, and was aligned with the European values of equality and respect for human dignity. At the institutional level, the project strengthened our capacity to operate in an international context. By engaging in structured cooperation with partner universities and organisations, we improved the quality of teaching and learning, increased our visibility in the global academic community, and laid the foundations for future collaboration. Staff also benefited from training and teaching opportunities abroad, which directly contributed to their professional development and to raising the standards of education within our institution. The project also encouraged cultural understanding and solidarity. By bringing together participants from different backgrounds, it helped to build tolerance, empathy, and open-mindedness. In summary, we wanted to: •Improve the quality of education through innovation and knowledge sharing. •Provide equal opportunities and support inclusion of disadvantaged groups. • Equip participants with skills for lifelong learning and employability. • Strengthen institutional capacity and international visibility. •Foster intercultural dialogue, tolerance, and cooperation. •Ensure sustainability and long-term impact. Through these objectives, the project contributed to the development of participants and institutions while supporting the wider goal of building a more inclusive, innovative, and interconnected European Education Area.

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