Request for proposals for participants and consortia in Inspire and RIS inspire programmes

EIT Food is seeking both, consortia to implement capacity building activities about food systems for RIS Inspire programmes, and project participants to be included in both RIS and NON RIS Projects which are designed with an overarching Entrepreneurship Core and with technical skills about Food Systems, to run in 2024–2025.

The overall approach is experiential and hands-on, thus, giving the participants a toolkit to become effective innovators in the food system. The programmes must provide training in food systems and equip with knowledge on design thinking, business idea development, entrepreneurial self-efficacy, team building, market research, risk analysis, negotiation, pitching, etc.

Each Inspire & RIS Inspire Programme is designed and delivered by a consortium of partners and led by an Activity Leadership Team.

Experiential Learning Approach:

The programmes adopt an experiential and hands-on approach, focusing on:

• Developing knowledge in food systems.
• Equipping participants with essential skills such as design thinking, business idea development, entrepreneurial self-efficacy, team building, market research, risk analysis, negotiation, and pitching.
• Providing participants with a toolkit to become effective innovators in the food system.

Local and Regional Focus:

• The programmes are tailored to align with the specific Smart Specialisation Strategies of RIS countries and regions.
• Full workplans submitted for RIS Inspire Programmes aim to attract and integrate potential new partners by engaging entities from EIT RIS countries and regions. Establishing close partnerships and balanced consortia between stakeholders from EIT RIS countries and regions and those outside the EIT RIS area is encouraged.

Preparing for the Future:

By enhancing the appeal of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and embedding knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship in teaching and learning, the programmes aim to prepare participants for high-value jobs and entrepreneurial ventures.

Join us in Nurturing Innovation:

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of EIT Food's efforts to nurture innovation in RIS countries. Whether you're a student, academic, or industry professional, there's a place for you in our RIS Inspire Programmes. To get involved, please send your proposal to: elvira.domingo@eitfood.eu