Meetings
Meetings
Pre-Kick-off meeting
20/12/2022
On 20 December, the consortium of the new project 3D4DEAF:"Promoting digital transformation and social innovation in VET for better access of deaf students to the labor market" held a remote pre-kick-off meeting. The meeting was an opportunity to get to know the Partners and their activities. Tasks for the coming weeks were also planned and issues of dissemination of project results and management were discussed.
Online meeting in January 2023
16/01/2023
Kick-off meeting
20-21 February 2023
The consortium met face to face for the first time near Turin, hosted by IST in late February 2023. The two days meeting set the stage for a fruitful collaboration among the partners. The work packages were discussed, tasks allocated and next steps planned for the sake of 3D4DEAF success.
Online meeting in March 2023
28/03/2023
Online meeting in April 2023
28/04/2023
On the 28th of April 2023, the consortium organised a virtual meeting. The responsible partner updated the consortium regarding the WP2 progress. All partners developed the national reports and now partners are hosting the focus groups to consult the report findings with VET students, teachers and entrepreneurs. Tasks for the coming weeks were also planned and issues of dissemination of project results and management were discussed.
Online meeting in May 2024
26/05/2023
Online meeting in June 2023
26/06/2023
On the 26th of June, project consortium met online to discuss the next tasks in the project. The focal point of the meeting was the progress of WP2: European Monitoring Report & 3D4DEAF Dual Training Pack. Partners conducted extensive desk and field research. Its results will be presented in the form of infographics. To support VET teachers, students and entrepreneurs, the practical guidebook will be followed by videos with sign language interpretation. As always, the partners discussed ongoing issues and discussed dissemination and quality assurance of the project implementation.
Online meeting in July 2023
26/07/2023
Online meeting in September 2023
25/09/2023
The 3D4DEAF team is back from their summer vacation. In their virtual meeting, they have reviewed the project's progress, tasks, and activities to be carried out for the next month. As always, the partners discussed ongoing issues and discussed dissemination and quality assurance of the project implementation.
Online meeting in October 2023
03/10/2023
Online meeting in November 2023
13/11/2023
On 13 November, the partners, in a monthly online meeting, summarized current activities and planned the next steps for the project. All partners conducted study visits to present all the work and materials developed up to the current point of work package 2 and to collect feedback and suggestions from experts and members of the target groups. Findings from study visits will be the basis for drafting the Comparative INDEX document. Moving on, partners are developing the learning materials in the training package.During the meeting, the partners also discussed the organisation of the training activities planned in Cyprus for June 2024 and explored issues related to the dissemination and overall management of this very ambitious project.
Online meeting in December 2023
14/12/2023
2nd Transnational Project Meeting in January 2024
31/01/2024
On the 31st of January 2024, the consortium organised virtually the 2nd transnational project meeting. During the TPM2, partners finalised all the pending tasks of the WP2 (dual educational pack for VET teachers and deaf students). This was followed by an in depth analysis of the Platform and Mobile App, product of WP3: the tasks were allocated and the deadlines scheduled to ensure a smooth continuation of 3D4DEAF! Before saying goodbye, partners finalised the organisation of the C1 activities planned in Cyprus for June 2024 and checked the dissemination and overall management of this very ambitious project.
Online meeting in February 2024
16/02/2024
Online meeting in March 2024
19/03/2024
On 19 March, the partners met to discuss current tasks and activities. The consortium's activities are currently focused on the ongoing development of the e-learning platform. The partners continue to work on translations of training packages and teacher guides. Additionally, the partners are in the process of collecting success stories of social entrepreneurs/employees/entrepreneurs with hearing disabilities working in Industry 4.0. The partners also discussed the organization of upcoming events and conferences relevant to the development of knowledge, awareness and skills of deaf/hard of hearing people. During the meeting, partners also discussed the organization of training activities planned for Cyprus in June 2024. Traditionally, issues of dissemination and overall project management were also examined.
Online meeting in April 2024
16/04/2024
Online meeting in May 2024
21/05/2024
On 21st May 2024, partners met again to discuss current tasks and activities. The consortium is finalizing outcome 2 of the project. All training materials are now available on the project website. The partners have completed the final document 'Methodology for the implementation of the 3D4DEAF programme'. The document will soon be translated into all national languages of the partners. The partners also briefly summarized the work on Outcome 3. The cloud-based platform and the mobile app are being continuously developed by our technicians. The consortium also addressed the topic of outcome 4 and planned the next steps to decide how the work on the game and the production of the digital tools will be carried out, as well as the organization of workshops for VET trainers and hearing impairment/deafness. As always, the partners discussed ongoing issues and discussed dissemination and quality assurance of the project implementation.
Online meeting in September 2024
06/09/2024
Online meeting in October 2024
02/10/2024
In October, the discussion revolved around the implementation of national translations for the 3D4DEAF platform, as well as the finalization of the mobile application. The guidelines for the Pitching Competition were introduced, and preparations for the dissemination of results were outlined. The Final TPM & Conference dates were set for April 7-8, 2025
Online meeting in November 2024
07/11/2024
Online meeting in December 2024
13/12/2024
The December session provided a comprehensive update on all work packages. The dual educational pack and methodology for guiding schools were officially completed. Key updates were shared on the interactive e-learning platform, which now includes a video user manual. Plans for Final Conferences in each partner country were also discussed
Online meeting in January 2025
27/01/2025
Online Coordination Meeting in February 2025
24/02/2025
On 24th February 2025, the consortium convened for an online coordination meeting to review the project’s progress and define the next steps.
Key points discussed included:
- Project Management and Reporting: The third interim report was reviewed, and deadlines were set for the fourth financial reporting period. Partners were reminded to submit missing documents to ensure smooth administrative processing.
- Platform Development (WP3): The development of the 3D4DEAF Open Cloud-Based & Interactive E-learning Platform has progressed significantly. Core components such as the mapping tool, story-map, glossary, calendar, e-courses, and assessment tools have been finalized. The platform is now available in all partner languages.
- Social Innovation and VET Training (WP4): Major deliverables, including the Guidebook on establishing a social enterprise, the AR learning game, and the in-service training for VET trainers, have been completed. Ongoing activities include national workshops under the 3D4DEAF@Social Hubs initiative.
- Dissemination and Visibility: Social media dissemination plans were scheduled, and the creation of the 3D4DEAF Action Plan was highlighted as a key contribution toward inclusive and effective VET environments for students with hearing impairments.
- Final Conference Planning: The final Transnational Project Meeting and Conference are scheduled for 7–8 April 2025. National final conferences will also be held across all partner countries to showcase project results, engage stakeholders, and launch the Challenge Competition promoting 3D skills among deaf learners.
The meeting concluded with renewed commitment from all partners to ensure the successful completion of the remaining activities and the sustainability of project outcomes beyond its official duration.
Final Preparations Underway; Online Meeting of the 3D4DEAF Project Consortium
31/03/2025
On 31st March 2025, the partners of the 3D4DEAF project convened for a conclusive online meeting to align on final actions before the project’s closure. The meeting focused on the preparation of the Final Transnational Project Meeting (TPM) and the Final Conference, both scheduled to take place in Warsaw, Poland, on 7–8 April 2025.
With the project nearing its official conclusion, this meeting marked a pivotal moment for partners to reaffirm their shared commitment to the project's goals and sustainability. The discussion centred on ensuring the successful delivery of the final international events and national-level dissemination.
One of the central outcomes of the meeting was the official approval of the guidelines for the national final conferences. As outlined in the project proposal, a dedicated final conference will be organised in each partner country throughout April 2025, the final month of the project’s lifetime.
These national conferences will serve several key purposes:
- Presentation of Project Results: Each partner will showcase outputs developed during the project, including the 3D4DEAF e-learning platform, training materials, and the Action Plan for inclusive VET.
- Engagement of Stakeholders: VET providers, public authorities, civil society, and the deaf community will be invited to participate, ensuring broad dissemination and potential future adoption of the results.
- Memorandum of Commitment and Exhibition: These activities aim to ensure long-term impact and visibility, promoting integration of the project tools into national educational systems.
With consensus reached on organisational logistics and documentation standards, partners are now fully engaged in final preparations. The consortium reaffirmed its intention to ensure that the legacy of the project extends well beyond its formal end.
3D4DEAF 3rd Transnational meeting
07/04/2025
On 7 April 2025, the Final International Meeting of the 3D4DEAF - Promoting Digital Transformation and Social Innovation in VET for Better Access of Deaf Students to the Labor Market project took place in Warsaw, Poland. During the meeting, the partners reviewed the project activities to date, including management, the outputs developed (such as an e-learning platform, a mobile app or an augmented reality game), as well as dissemination and quality monitoring strategies. Further stages of the project and the distribution of tasks between partners were also discussed. Particular attention was paid to planning the implementation and testing of key results that aim to increase the accessibility of vocational education for deaf people and to promote their activity in the labour market. Partners also focused on activities related to promotion, sustainability of the results and the long-term impact of the project in educational and vocational settings.
