CRAFT-IT4SD consortium to meet in Herning for key milestone in final project year
Herning, Denmark – April 2026 The CRAFT-IT4SD consortium will convene in Herning from April 13–15, 2026, for a pivotal in-person meeting as the project enters its final year. Hosted by VIA University College, the gathering will bring together partners from across Europe to review progress, strengthen collaboration, and define priorities for the project’s concluding phase. […]
CRAFT-IT4SD supports SMEs with new EU fashion regulation guide developed by MODACC
Within the framework of the European project CRAFT-IT4SD, project partner MODACC has developed and published a practical guide to help small and medium-sized enterprises in the textile and fashion sector understand and prepare for upcoming European Union regulations. The document, created as part of CRAFT-IT4SD’s mission to support the green and digital transition of the […]
Remembering Oulu: Highlights from the CRAFT-IT4SD Plenary Meeting
When we gathered in Oulu for the CRAFT-IT4SD 3rd Plenary Meeting, there was a shared sense of purpose from the very first morning. Partners from across Europe arrived with ideas, experience and a commitment to shaping more sustainable futures in the craft sector. The meeting opened with energy, curiosity and a clear focus: to advance […]
An overview of the Cultural and Creative Ecosystem in Iași
A beautiful historical city more than 600 years old, built on seven hills, just like Rome, Iași is a true cultural capital where many poets, writers, musicians, diplomats, and scientists have lived and created their work. No wonder Iași was named a UNESCO City of Literature, recognizing its rich literary heritage and the significant contributions […]
CRAFT-IT4SD 2nd Plenary Meeting: Co-Creating Sustainable Futures in Iași
On May 22–23, 2025, the CRAFT-IT4SD project will hold its second plenary meeting at the Faculty of Industrial Design and Business Management at the “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iași (TUIASI), Romania. This event will bring together consortium partners, experts in Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries (CCSI), and local stakeholders to reflect on the […]
Initiating the CRAFT-IT4SD Learning Ecosystems
The CRAFT-IT4SD project is designed to develop Learning Ecosystems/Hubs for fashion and related Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries (CCSI) through a progressive, step-by-step approach. These ecosystems aim to foster local and regional excellence in education, support CCSI’s adaptation to climate transitions, and create a knowledge-based, sustainable economy. They are based on quadruple-helix partnerships, focusing […]
The CRAFT-IT4SD approach to Micro-Credentials
The CRAFT-IT4SD Learning Ecosystem Teams (LET) have started to build capacity, develop action plans for business models and emerging technologies, and foster innovation. A key feature of CRAFT-IT4SD is its focus on micro-credentials, which provide learners with competency-based recognition in areas like sustainable business models, craft techniques, and digital innovation. These micro-credentials allow learners to […]
CRAFT-IT4SD launches Learning Community on LinkedIn
We are pleased to announce the launch of the CRAFT-IT4SD Learning Community on LinkedIn, an online hub designed to support collaboration, knowledge exchange, and skills development across the craft, fashion, creative, and cultural and creative sectors. This new platform is part of the broader CRAFT-IT4SD project, an EU-funded initiative focused on promoting sustainability, innovation, and […]
MODACC, The Catalan fashion cluster drives sustainability with the training series «From challenge to opportunity»
Sustainability has become a key factor for the competitiveness of the textile industry. To provide the necessary tools to tackle new environmental and regulatory challenges, the Catalan Fashion Cluster (MODACC) is launching the training series «From Challenge to Opportunity», a set of sessions designed to help businesses and professionals integrate sustainability into their business models. […]
CRAFT-IT4SD project holds first Plenary Meeting in Igualada, Spain, hosted by MODACC
The first Plenary Meeting of the CRAFT-IT4SD project took place on October 17 and 18, 2024, in Igualada, Spain, hosted by MODACC (The Catalan Fashion Cluster). The event brought together key project partners from across Europe to discuss progress, share insights, and plan the next steps for the project’s mission to integrate sustainability and digital […]