After two years of dedicated collaboration, research, and engagement, the SIRENE project has officially concluded. As a final contribution to the advancement of Smart Healthy Age-Friendly Environments (SHAFE), we are pleased to present our final policy brief, which consolidates the key insights and recommendations gained throughout the project.

Driving Social Innovation in SHAFE

Since its launch in 2022, SIRENE has worked to strengthen social innovation ecosystems by providing capacity-building opportunities, fostering learning exchanges, and engaging with policymakers and experts across Europe. Our policy engagement efforts aimed to ensure that SHAFE initiatives are not only innovative but also sustainable, scalable, and inclusive for all citizens, particularly those in vulnerable situations.

Key Takeaways from the Policy Brief

The policy brief highlights the main lessons learned from SIRENE’s collaboration with EU-funded projects, experts, and policy stakeholders. It offers guidance on:

Supporting social innovation actors in implementing SHAFE solutions.
Enhancing policy frameworks to promote smart, healthy, and age-friendly environments.
Encouraging multi-stakeholder collaboration to drive real change in communities.

By applying these recommendations, policymakers, practitioners, and innovators can continue to shape a future where sustainable, inclusive living environments become the standard.

Looking Ahead

While the SIRENE project has officially ended, its impact will continue through the insights and networks built over the past two years. The final policy brief serves as a resource for all those dedicated to making SHAFE a reality across Europe and beyond.

Read the full policy brief here.

We extend our gratitude to all partners, stakeholders, and supporters who have contributed to the success of SIRENE. Let’s keep working together towards a future where social innovation leads to healthier, more inclusive communities for all!