Sustain4Rural is an Erasmus+ funded project whose goal is to train farmers and individuals, who are living in rural/underserved areas of Cyprus and Crete with the purpose to inform and consult them about green practices they may use in their farming jobs. is a project inspired by the continuous advancement of versatile smart technologies and their applications. The agricultural sector comprises different establishments that require such technologies not only to solve potential problems, automate and simplify certain applications but most importantly maintain sustainability. Professional organizations and people (ECECT, MILETIA, PARPOUNAS) who are interested in environmental practices, the protection of our forests, and the use of smart technologies came together in an effort to educate people who are not traditionally targeted by projects funded by European bodies. A typical trainee could be a young farmer (who ideally has basic internet/IT skills), agricultural or environmental organizations, and representatives. Various seminars and events will then utilize this material to inform farmers in rural areas about the latest trends and technologies. The main goal is not only to educate people but make sure they embrace these new (green) technologies and stay updated, which will be available through the online platform and social media accounts.
The Sustain4Rural project aims to educate young farmers and individuals in rural areas on the latest agrotechnologies, green energy solutions, and sustainable practices. By providing training and resources, the project seeks to bridge the gap between current market needs and job candidates, fostering responsible and sustainable development in rural communities
ECECT – European Centre for Emerging Competencies and Technologies is a non-profit organization founded in 2020 in Cyprus, with the main objective to bridge the gap between actual market needs and job candidates, by educating both adults and adolescents. This is achieved by organizing, co-organizing, and supporting workshops, events, and other dissemination activities that can be undertaken in close collaboration with supporting organizations. ECECT is a coordinator and partner in multiple European projects and is providing expertise in topics such as digital skills, IoT, AR, VR, robotics, and emerging technologies in the environmental and agricultural sector etc.
Miletia is a non-profit youth organization established in Crete, Greece. The organization is focused on supporting young people in the rural areas of Crete. Miletia specifically works in the areas of rural development, new technologies, youth employment, and education. We have created active communities to provide learning opportunities and support to young people in remote areas and continue to foster their personal and professional development.
Our team consists of experts in waste management, circular economy solutions, municipal waste management, commercial industrial and household packaging waste management, plastics and single-use plastics management, recycling systems, organic waste collection systems, Pay as You Throw Systems, EPR schemes and Deposit Refund schemes in the EU and the rest of the world. We provide capacity building services which include guidance, trainings and implementation support to governments, local self-government bodies and the industry in various countries and in various contexts.
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