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SUMMARY:Save the Date: Soils for Europe Conference 2026 in Coimbra
DESCRIPTION:The Soils for Europe Conference 2026\, a major European gathering on soil research and innovation\, will take place from 7–11 September 2026 in Coimbra\, Portugal. \n  \nCo‑organised by multiple EU Mission Soil projects\, the conference will cover all Mission objectives with cross‑cutting sessions showcasing the latest science\, policy insights and practical solutions for soil health\, sustainable land management and climate resilience. \nOpen to researchers\, practitioners\, policymakers\, land managers and industry stakeholders\, the event also includes a dedicated Living Labs Day to highlight real‑world initiatives from across Europe. Participants can expect rich opportunities for knowledge exchange\, networking and collaboration to advance soil sustainability and innovation in line with European goals. \nFor registration details and programme updates\, visit the official conference website\, here: https://soils4europe.eu/soils-europe-conference-2026
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/save-the-date-soils-for-europe-conference-2026-in-coimbra/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on EU missions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
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SUMMARY:JRC Summer School 2026 on the evaluation of air\, soil and water pollution
DESCRIPTION:The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) is organising the JRC Summer School 2026 on the evaluation of air\, soil and water pollution in support of the European Green Deal: a holistic approach.\n  \nThis summer school aims to strengthen green skills for a more sustainable and resource-efficient society\, in line with the objectives of the EU Enlargement policy. It contributes to regional economic growth within the framework of the dual green and digital transitions. \nIt is organised in partnership with Goce Delcev University (UGD)\, North Macedonia\, a strategic regional and European partner in research\, innovation and academic excellence. \nGeneral publications3 February 2026 Programme 2026 \nThis training covers key topics related to the evaluation of air\, soil and water quality. Participants will learn how to use JRC tools for emissions and impact assessment\, become familiar with innovative methods to improve water quality and soil health\, and gain insight into advanced measurement techniques. \nThe added value of this event lies in the opportunity to learn directly from JRC experts in air\, soil and water quality\, exchange knowledge and experience with peers from the Western Balkans region (Albania\, Bosnia and Herzegovina\, Kosovo*\, Montenegro\, North Macedonia and Serbia) and expand scientific and professional networks. \nThe Summer School will take place in person over five days and will include lectures by JRC scientists and invited experts\, practical applications and involvement in fieldwork. \n*This designation is without prejudice to positions on status and is in line with UN Security Council Resolution 1244 and the ICJ Opinion on the Kosovo Declaration of Independence. All references to Kosovo\, shall be understood in full compliance with United Nation’s Security Council Resolution 1244 and without prejudice to the status of Kosovo. \nParticipation and certificate \nParticipants are expected to attend the Summer School for its entire duration. Continuous participation is required in order to receive a certificate of attendance and to ensure the overall quality and sustainability of the event . \nHow to apply \nThe application process is open. \n\nApplication deadline: 15 May 2026\nRequired documents:\n\nMotivation statement\nCurriculum vitae\n\n\n\nApplications should be sent to: JRC-summerschool [dot] WB2026ec [dot] europa [dot] eu (JRC-summerschool[dot]WB2026[at]ec[dot]europa[dot]eu) \nSelection criteria \nParticipants will be selected based on: \n\nThe clarity of their motivation to attend\nThe relevance of their CV\n\nApplicants will be informed of the selection results by email by 30 June 2026 \nCosts and logistics \nParticipation in the Summer School is free of charge. Participants are responsible for their travel and accommodation costs. The JRC will provide financial support for the first 10 ranked candidates on the selection list. \nParticipants are encouraged to consider the environmental impact of their travel and\, where possible\, to choose low-emission options. The JRC is committed to organising the Summer School in a green spirit\, minimising food waste\, single-use plastics and paper printing . \nApplications should be sent to: JRC-summerschool.WB2026@ec.europa.eu \n  \nFurther information: https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/events/jrc-summer-school-2026-evaluation-air-soil-and-water-pollution-2026-09-14_en \n  \n[Source & Credits of the content: EU Agenda Network SL]
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/jrc-summer-school-2026-on-the-evaluation-of-air-soil-and-water-pollution/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on EU missions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261001T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260924T125012Z
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SUMMARY:Oceanpreneur webinar series
DESCRIPTION:Impact Hub Athens is organising the sixth session of the Meet the Oceanpreneur webinar series\, organised within the framework of the PHAROS project: “Greening the Gateway: Smart Ports & Blue Logistics.” \nThe webinar will take place on 1 October 2026\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET\, online via Zoom. \nThis session will explore how ports and maritime logistics can become gateways for a cleaner\, smarter\, and more circular blue economy. We will discuss how smart port technologies\, digital logistics solutions\, port waste-management systems\, and innovative approaches can contribute to reducing environmental impacts while supporting ocean restoration and sustainable economic activity. \nParticipants:  Dimitris Kokkinakis from Impact Hub Athens as event host\, Alejandro Luna García-Valenzuela from CTN as moderator\, and speakers Richard Hardiman from RanMarine Technology and Georgia Kalantzi\, PhD\, from AlongWave. \nThe webinar will bring together innovators\, researchers\, entrepreneurs\, and practitioners working across the blue economy to share practical examples of how technology\, entrepreneurship\, and nature-based solutions can support healthier oceans\, resilient coastal economies\, and more sustainable maritime systems. \nWe warmly encourage you to register and share the webinar within your networks. Please use the registration link below: \nRegister here: Zoom registration
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/oceanpreneur-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on EU missions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20260611T124528Z
CREATED:20260611T124528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T124528Z
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SUMMARY:Social Innovation Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the fourth annual Social Innovation Forum 2026\, taking place on 7–8 October 2026 in Brussels\, Belgium. \nThe event will feature Ms. Roxana Mînzatu\, Executive Vice-President for Social Rights and Skills\, Quality Jobs and Preparedness at the European Commission. \nThe Forum brings together ESF+ social innovation stakeholders\, including ministries\, managing authorities\, experts and project operators. The objectives of the Forum are to discuss successful social innovations from various Member States\, the opportunities and challenges in terms of further scaling up and scaling wide such innovations\, and explore how advocacy can be strengthened through evidence\, impact communication\, and closer alignment between practice and policy. Discussions will also focus on impact\, the value of social innovation and its role in policymaking\, as well as funding of social innovation. \nVisit the website for the detailed agenda and information on how to register: https://socialinnovationplus.eu/event/social-innovation-forum-2026/
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/social-innovation-forum-2026/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on Social Innovation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260728T151546Z
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SUMMARY:Social Investment Lab – Lisbon Edition
DESCRIPTION:How can Europe better finance social innovation?\n\n\n \n\n\nThe SIMF Social Investment Lab will bring together a carefully selected group of around 30 impact investors\, philanthropists\, policymakers\, entrepreneurs and ecosystem leaders in Lisbon (15–16 October 2026) to explore financing models that bridge the gap between grant funding and impact investment. \n\nWhile the SIMF Social Investment Lab is an invitation-only event\, we want to broaden the conversation and create an opportunity for additional voices to join us. \n\nIf you work in social investment\, impact investing\, philanthropy\, public policy\, social entrepreneurship\, or social innovation\, and feel your experience could contribute to the discussions\, we encourage you to submit an Expression of Interest. \n\n📍 Lisbon\, Portugal 📅 15–16 October 2026 \n\nThe Social Investment Lab (15 October 9:00 – 16 October 14:00)\n\n​The Social Investment Lab explores financing models that support social innovation – specifically the underserved space between grant funding and impact investment finance\, where many social innovations struggle to find the capital to scale. \n\n​Over two days\, 30 people – a deliberately small group of impact investors\, philanthropists\, policy makers\, entrepreneurs and others – will examine models already working elsewhere and stress-test ideas in a European context. \n\n​This is the first of three Labs. The goal is a set of financial framework agreements that funders\, investors and the European Commission would\, in principle\, be glad to work through together: a blended capital stack designed to support social innovation. \n\nThe RoundTable (16 October\, 14:30-19:00)\n\n​This roundtable is a high-level European strategic conversation bringing together funders\, investors\, philanthropic organisations\, policymakers\, ecosystem actors and social innovation leaders to explore how Europe can strengthen its financing architecture for mission-oriented social innovation. The event will be followed by networking drinks. \n\nAttending\n\n​Attendance is free\, funded by the Social Innovation Mission Facility (SIMF). \n\nInterested? Please submit your Expression of Interest as soon as possible.\n\nAs places are limited\, participation cannot be guaranteed. Selected applicants will be informed by mid-September whether they have been offered a place. \n\n\n\n\nSubmit your Expression of Interest here\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming a diverse group of participants who are committed to shaping the future of social investment in Europe.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/social-investment-lab-lisbon-edition/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility,Funders and Investors
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T201130Z
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SUMMARY:Kick-off webinar: Training and Scaling Lab for Social Innovators
DESCRIPTION:This programme is open to social innovators\, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven organisations working on\, supporting or exploring social innovation connected to one or more EU Missions.Whether you are an early idea or an established initiative\, you are welcome at least for the first step of the programme. Consider the following steps (2 and 3) are addressing more advanced and scale ready innovations (visit our call page for more infos). \nYou should join if you are: \n\na social innovator or social entrepreneur developing a solution with social\, environmental\, health or community impact;\n\nan NGO\, association\, CSOs\, cooperative\, social enterprise\, for-profit businesses\, public and semipublic care- or common-good-providers etc.\nan impact-driven business (a for-profit with a clear social or environmental purpose)\na public or semi-public organisation working on mission-related challenges;\nan established initiative (piloted\, tested\, or running) preparing for future growth and scaling opportunities\nan early-stage initiative that wants to understand the EU Missions and explore its best fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part\, you should: \n\nBe connected/ active/ interested/ curious in at least one of the five EU missions:\n\nAdaptation to Climate Change (Climate Mission)\nCancer: working with Europe’s Beating Cancer plan (Cancer Mission)\nRestore our Ocean and Waters (Water/Oceans Mission)\nClimate-Neutral and Smart Cities (Cities Mission)\nA Soil Deal for Europe (Soil Mission)\n\n\nlegally established in:\n\nan EU Member State\, or\na Horizon Europe Associated Country\nSIs established outside these locations may be considered for the online program\, only after the minimum participation threshold is reached and if capacity remains.\n\n\nHave a good working level of English\, as all activities and materials will be delivered in English.\nHave access to basic computer facilities and a stable internet connection\, including the ability to join live webinars via Zoom and use shared online collaboration tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure which Mission fits your work?  Register anyway until October 20th\, 2026. \nThe general sessions will help you understand the Missions and identify where your initiative\, organisation or expertise can contribute.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/kick-off-webinar-training-and-scaling-lab-for-social-innovators/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTSTAMP:20260623T121849Z
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SUMMARY:GIIN Impact Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:“The GIIN Impact Forum 2026 is the premier annual event for impact investing practitioners\, bringing together investors and changemakers from around the world to engage with the ideas and innovations shaping the future of impact investing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeld this year in the vibrant city of Amsterdam\, the forum offers unparalleled opportunities to hear from thought-provoking speakers\, participate in interactive sessions and build lasting connections within a dynamic global network. Whether refining strategies\, sparking new collaborations or scaling impact\, attendees will find the forum to be a gateway to the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPayment and Transaction Policy \nAttendees may cancel their registration by providing written notice via email to ee@thegiin.org. For cancellations received on or before July 31\, 2026\, the Host will issue a refund of the fee\, less a $200 administrative fee plus any applicable taxes. \nNo refunds will be issued for cancellations received after July 31\, 2026. This policy applies regardless of the reason for cancellation\, including an attendee’s inability to participate in optional\, space-limited programming (e.g.\, Investor Training\, Networking Dinner\, or Members Day)\, at the Host’s discretion. \nAttendees may transfer their registration to another individual by submitting a written request via email on or before July 31\, 2026\, to ee@thegiin.org. Each registration may be transferred only once.  All transfers are subject to a $200 administrative fee\, plus applicable taxes\, per registration. If the original registration was purchased at a discounted rate (including\, but not limited to\, GIIN member pricing) and the substitute attendee does not meet the applicable eligibility requirements\, the difference between the discounted rate and the standard rate will be due at the time of transfer\, in addition to the transfer fee.  The individual submitting the transfer request remains responsible for all associated fees\, including the original registration fee\, any applicable rate adjustments\, and the administrative transfer fee. The administrative fee will be charged to the payment method on file.” (GIIN Website\, 2026). \n\nMore information and registration via the GIIN Website: https://events.thegiin.org/event/ImpactForum2026/home \n 
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/giin-impact-forum-2026/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on Social Innovation,Funders and Investors
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261027T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T201200Z
CREATED:20261005T192413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T201200Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Mission Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This programme is open to social innovators\, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven organisations working on\, supporting or exploring social innovation connected to one or more EU Missions.Whether you are an early idea or an established initiative\, you are welcome at least for the first step of the programme. Consider the following steps (2 and 3) are addressing more advanced and scale ready innovations (visit our call page for more infos). \nYou should join if you are: \n\na social innovator or social entrepreneur developing a solution with social\, environmental\, health or community impact;\n\nan NGO\, association\, CSOs\, cooperative\, social enterprise\, for-profit businesses\, public and semipublic care- or common-good-providers etc.\nan impact-driven business (a for-profit with a clear social or environmental purpose)\na public or semi-public organisation working on mission-related challenges;\nan established initiative (piloted\, tested\, or running) preparing for future growth and scaling opportunities\nan early-stage initiative that wants to understand the EU Missions and explore its best fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part\, you should: \n\nBe connected/ active/ interested/ curious in at least one of the five EU missions:\n\nAdaptation to Climate Change (Climate Mission)\nCancer: working with Europe’s Beating Cancer plan (Cancer Mission)\nRestore our Ocean and Waters (Water/Oceans Mission)\nClimate-Neutral and Smart Cities (Cities Mission)\nA Soil Deal for Europe (Soil Mission)\n\n\nlegally established in:\n\nan EU Member State\, or\na Horizon Europe Associated Country\nSIs established outside these locations may be considered for the online program\, only after the minimum participation threshold is reached and if capacity remains.\n\n\nHave a good working level of English\, as all activities and materials will be delivered in English.\nHave access to basic computer facilities and a stable internet connection\, including the ability to join live webinars via Zoom and use shared online collaboration tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure which Mission fits your work?  Register anyway until October 20th\, 2026. \nThe general sessions will help you understand the Missions and identify where your initiative\, organisation or expertise can contribute.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/soil-mission-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261103T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261103T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T201232Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Mission Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This programme is open to social innovators\, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven organisations working on\, supporting or exploring social innovation connected to one or more EU Missions. Whether you are an early idea or an established initiative\, you are welcome at least for the first step of the programme. Consider the following steps (2 and 3) are addressing more advanced and scale ready innovations (visit our call page for more infos). \nYou should join if you are: \n\na social innovator or social entrepreneur developing a solution with social\, environmental\, health or community impact;\n\nan NGO\, association\, CSOs\, cooperative\, social enterprise\, for-profit businesses\, public and semipublic care- or common-good-providers etc.\nan impact-driven business (a for-profit with a clear social or environmental purpose)\na public or semi-public organisation working on mission-related challenges;\nan established initiative (piloted\, tested\, or running) preparing for future growth and scaling opportunities\nan early-stage initiative that wants to understand the EU Missions and explore its best fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part\, you should: \n\nBe connected/ active/ interested/ curious in at least one of the five EU missions:\n\nAdaptation to Climate Change (Climate Mission)\nCancer: working with Europe’s Beating Cancer plan (Cancer Mission)\nRestore our Ocean and Waters (Water/Oceans Mission)\nClimate-Neutral and Smart Cities (Cities Mission)\nA Soil Deal for Europe (Soil Mission)\n\n\nlegally established in:\n\nan EU Member State\, or\na Horizon Europe Associated Country\nSIs established outside these locations may be considered for the online program\, only after the minimum participation threshold is reached and if capacity remains.\n\n\nHave a good working level of English\, as all activities and materials will be delivered in English.\nHave access to basic computer facilities and a stable internet connection\, including the ability to join live webinars via Zoom and use shared online collaboration tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure which Mission fits your work?  Register anyway until October 20th\, 2026. \nThe general sessions will help you understand the Missions and identify where your initiative\, organisation or expertise can contribute.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/climate-mission-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261103T143000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹-𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗥&𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲
DESCRIPTION:🚀 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹-𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗥&𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 \nHow can Europe make mission-oriented research and innovation policy more effective\, inclusive and impactful in addressing complex societal challenges? \nAs European innovation policy continues to evolve—from the Societal Challenges approach under Horizon 2020 to the current generation of EU Missions under Horizon Europe—there is a growing need to reflect on how missions are designed\, governed and implemented. \nAt the Social Innovation Mission Facility\, we see social innovation as a strategic enabler of mission-oriented policy. Social innovation brings societal engagement\, collective learning and system change into the innovation process—elements that are essential for tackling complex transformations and strengthening the effectiveness and legitimacy of European R&I policy.\nIn this upcoming ESSI & SIMF webinar\, we will explore how social innovation can become more closely integrated into Europe’s goal-oriented innovation policy. \n🎤 Featuring contributions from:\n🔹 Jürgen Howaldt — ESSI | Opening & introduction\n🔹 Wolfgang Haider — ZSI – Center for Social Innovation Vienna | Introduction to the Social Innovation Mission Facility\n🔹 Emilinah Namaganda — DRIFT – Dutch Research Institute for Transitions | Impact pathways: Reviewing the contribution of social innovations to the EU Missions\n🔹 Carly Wickham — EdelGive with SIX – Social Innovation Exchange Network | Establishing a Social Innovation Funders & Investors Network\n🔹 Valentina Crepaldi— Impact Hub Turin | Toolkit for business and social innovation support organisations\n🔹 Marthe Zirngiebl — TU Dortmund University | The next step: A community of practice \n💡 The discussion will explore questions including:\n👉 How can social innovation strengthen the next generation of goal-oriented R&I policy?\n👉 How can societal engagement\, collective learning and system change become integral to mission governance and implementation?\n👉 How can the SI community become more closely connected to Europe’s mission-oriented innovation policy? \n  \n Read more and find the webinar details here: https://lnkd.in/eVVMeAR3
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/webinar-%f0%9d%97%a6%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%b0%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%97%b9-%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%98%83%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%98%81%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%97%bc/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261110T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T201255Z
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SUMMARY:Cancer Mission Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This programme is open to social innovators\, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven organisations working on\, supporting or exploring social innovation connected to one or more EU Missions. Whether you are an early idea or an established initiative\, you are welcome at least for the first step of the programme. Consider the following steps (2 and 3) are addressing more advanced and scale ready innovations (visit our call page for more infos). \nYou should join if you are: \n\na social innovator or social entrepreneur developing a solution with social\, environmental\, health or community impact;\n\nan NGO\, association\, CSOs\, cooperative\, social enterprise\, for-profit businesses\, public and semipublic care- or common-good-providers etc.\nan impact-driven business (a for-profit with a clear social or environmental purpose)\na public or semi-public organisation working on mission-related challenges;\nan established initiative (piloted\, tested\, or running) preparing for future growth and scaling opportunities\nan early-stage initiative that wants to understand the EU Missions and explore its best fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part\, you should: \n\nBe connected/ active/ interested/ curious in at least one of the five EU missions:\n\nAdaptation to Climate Change (Climate Mission)\nCancer: working with Europe’s Beating Cancer plan (Cancer Mission)\nRestore our Ocean and Waters (Water/Oceans Mission)\nClimate-Neutral and Smart Cities (Cities Mission)\nA Soil Deal for Europe (Soil Mission)\n\n\nlegally established in:\n\nan EU Member State\, or\na Horizon Europe Associated Country\nSIs established outside these locations may be considered for the online program\, only after the minimum participation threshold is reached and if capacity remains.\n\n\nHave a good working level of English\, as all activities and materials will be delivered in English.\nHave access to basic computer facilities and a stable internet connection\, including the ability to join live webinars via Zoom and use shared online collaboration tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure which Mission fits your work?  Register anyway until October 20th\, 2026. \nThe general sessions will help you understand the Missions and identify where your initiative\, organisation or expertise can contribute.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/cancer-mission-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
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SUMMARY:7th World Conference on Marine Biodiversity 2026 in Bruges
DESCRIPTION:The World Conference on Marine Biodiversity 2026 will take place from 17–20 November 2026 at the Concert Hall Bruges in Bruges\, Belgium. Organised by the Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and endorsed as an official UN Ocean Decade Event\, this seventh edition brings together scientists\, policymakers\, conservationists and industry representatives to advance understanding and solutions for the protection and sustainable management of marine ecosystems worldwide. \n  \nUnder the theme “The marine biodiversity insights we need\, for the ocean we want\,” the conference will feature presentations\, discussions and networking opportunities on emerging research and policy priorities in marine biodiversity conservation. \n  \nRegistration\, abstract submissions and participation details are available on the official World Conference on Marine Biodiversity 2026 website\, here: https://www.wcmb2026.org/
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/7th-world-conference-on-marine-biodiversity-2026-in-bruges/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on EU missions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261117T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T201106Z
CREATED:20261005T192936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T201106Z
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SUMMARY:Cities Mission Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This programme is open to social innovators\, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven organisations working on\, supporting or exploring social innovation connected to one or more EU Missions. Whether you are an early idea or an established initiative\, you are welcome at least for the first step of the programme. Consider the following steps (2 and 3) are addressing more advanced and scale ready innovations (visit our call page for more infos). \nYou should join if you are: \n\na social innovator or social entrepreneur developing a solution with social\, environmental\, health or community impact;\n\nan NGO\, association\, CSOs\, cooperative\, social enterprise\, for-profit businesses\, public and semipublic care- or common-good-providers etc.\nan impact-driven business (a for-profit with a clear social or environmental purpose)\na public or semi-public organisation working on mission-related challenges;\nan established initiative (piloted\, tested\, or running) preparing for future growth and scaling opportunities\nan early-stage initiative that wants to understand the EU Missions and explore its best fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part\, you should: \n\nBe connected/ active/ interested/ curious in at least one of the five EU missions:\n\nAdaptation to Climate Change (Climate Mission)\nCancer: working with Europe’s Beating Cancer plan (Cancer Mission)\nRestore our Ocean and Waters (Water/Oceans Mission)\nClimate-Neutral and Smart Cities (Cities Mission)\nA Soil Deal for Europe (Soil Mission)\n\n\nlegally established in:\n\nan EU Member State\, or\na Horizon Europe Associated Country\nSIs established outside these locations may be considered for the online program\, only after the minimum participation threshold is reached and if capacity remains.\n\n\nHave a good working level of English\, as all activities and materials will be delivered in English.\nHave access to basic computer facilities and a stable internet connection\, including the ability to join live webinars via Zoom and use shared online collaboration tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure which Mission fits your work?  Register anyway until October 20th\, 2026. \nThe general sessions will help you understand the Missions and identify where your initiative\, organisation or expertise can contribute.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/cities-mission-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20261124T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T201347Z
CREATED:20261005T200935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T201347Z
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SUMMARY:Oceans and Waters Mission Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This programme is open to social innovators\, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven organisations working on\, supporting or exploring social innovation connected to one or more EU Missions.Whether you are an early idea or an established initiative\, you are welcome at least for the first step of the programme. Consider the following steps (2 and 3) are addressing more advanced and scale ready innovations (visit our call page for more infos). \nYou should join if you are: \n\na social innovator or social entrepreneur developing a solution with social\, environmental\, health or community impact;\n\nan NGO\, association\, CSOs\, cooperative\, social enterprise\, for-profit businesses\, public and semipublic care- or common-good-providers etc.\nan impact-driven business (a for-profit with a clear social or environmental purpose)\na public or semi-public organisation working on mission-related challenges;\nan established initiative (piloted\, tested\, or running) preparing for future growth and scaling opportunities\nan early-stage initiative that wants to understand the EU Missions and explore its best fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part\, you should: \n\nBe connected/ active/ interested/ curious in at least one of the five EU missions:\n\nAdaptation to Climate Change (Climate Mission)\nCancer: working with Europe’s Beating Cancer plan (Cancer Mission)\nRestore our Ocean and Waters (Water/Oceans Mission)\nClimate-Neutral and Smart Cities (Cities Mission)\nA Soil Deal for Europe (Soil Mission)\n\n\nlegally established in:\n\nan EU Member State\, or\na Horizon Europe Associated Country\nSIs established outside these locations may be considered for the online program\, only after the minimum participation threshold is reached and if capacity remains.\n\n\nHave a good working level of English\, as all activities and materials will be delivered in English.\nHave access to basic computer facilities and a stable internet connection\, including the ability to join live webinars via Zoom and use shared online collaboration tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure which Mission fits your work?  Register anyway until October 20th\, 2026. \nThe general sessions will help you understand the Missions and identify where your initiative\, organisation or expertise can contribute.
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/oceans-and-waters-mission-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events by SI Mission Facility
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20260327T110017Z
CREATED:20260327T105738Z
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SUMMARY:ISIRC 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 18th ISIRC will be held in Asia!\nFor the first time\, the International Social Innovation Research Conference will be held in Asia\, hosted by Duy Tan University in the coastal city of Da Nang. \n\n\nAbout ISIRC\nISIRC brings together practitioners\, policy makers\, and scholars from diverse fields interested in social innovation and entrepreneurship. Invited are scholars from a variety of disciplines – including social work\, management\, technology\, design\, education\, sociology\, psychology\, engineering\, etc. – to join the conference in initiating new debates and developing new solutions to the multiple grand challenges we face. \n\nKey Facts\n\n04-06 December\, 2026\nDa Nang\, Vietnam\nOfficial Website: https://www.isirc2026.org/
URL:https://simissionfacility.eu/event/isirc-2026/
CATEGORIES:Events focusing on Social Innovation
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