The CommUnity project seeks to address social and economic inequalities by empowering local communities through sustainable growth.

Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 8, 10, and 11) and key EU strategies like the European Pillar of Social Rights and the European Skills Agenda, the project focuses on upskilling adults, particularly small business owners, in countries such as Belgium, Norway, Italy, Poland, and Lithuania.

By providing flexible, high-quality adult education, CommUnity promotes social inclusion, economic resilience, and sustainable business practices. Supporting SMEs—the backbone of the European economy—this initiative strengthens local economies, reduces disparities, and fosters lifelong learning.

Project Name: CommUnity: Empowering adult entrepreneurs to build resilient communities
Programme: Erasmus+
Priority: Common values, civic engagement and participation
Project ID: 2024-2-BE02-KA210-ADU-000265437
Website: Coming soon
Duration: 16 months
Topics: Social assistance and welfare, Promotion of alternative forms of participation, Tackling geographical remoteness and involving rural areas

Activity 1: Training Platform and Interactive Digital Map

Activity 2: Training Program for Local Adult People

To measure progress, CommUnity will track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as:

• Participant engagement in training programs

• Business growth

• Economic well-being improvements through surveys and stakeholder feedback.

Data collection will include pre- and post-training assessments, focus groups, and interviews with local business owners. Project management tools will ensure efficient tracking of tasks and deliverables, with regular progress reports shared among partners.

The project will reach 10,000 people via social media, publish six articles on European platforms, and release three newsletters.

It will include a sustainability plan and adhere to Erasmus+ branding guidelines.

Special attention will be given to accessibility, including strategies for adults with ADHD, and careful color selection for materials.

Project Coordinator:

The Square Dot team- Belgium

Partners:

• CHARGE AS – Norway

• 7HUB – Italy

CHARGE plays a pivotal role in creating networks between entrepreneurs and investors, fostering business growth and long-term sustainability.

Within the project, CHARGE leads the investment-readiness component, delivering training to help entrepreneurs secure funding and connect with angel investors.

In Norway, we will host three workshops and an ideathon to support the development of sustainable business models that align with community welfare goals. We also oversee the creation of the Norwegian Business Welfare Plan, ensuring it includes strategies for sustainable growth and investment readiness.

Additionally, CHARGE contributes research on community welfare initiatives and supports the development of investment-related resources into the project’s digital platform.