I National Journeys for the Promotion of Active and Successful Ageing

Join SIRENE at the “I National Journeys for the Promotion of Active and Successful Ageing” on October 3-4, 2023, in Coimbra. Explore topics like ageing in place, caregiver support, and compassionate communities. Carina Dantas, Action Chair, will present SHAFE, NET4, and SIRENE. Registration is free but mandatory. Don’t miss this chance to discuss age-friendly communities and an inclusive future.
SIRENE at a Training School: Policies, Technologies, and Entrepreneurship for Digitalization of Society.

Join us at the SIRENE Training School in Skopje, North Macedonia, from September 26-28, 2023. Discover how SHAFE, NET4Age-Friendly, and SIRENE are reshaping society in the digital age. Led by Carina Dantas, this event empowers participants to tackle community challenges. Stay tuned for transformative updates on SEE-IT Revisited. Join us in shaping a sustainable, inclusive digital society.
Empowering 22 Trainees of NET4Age-Friendly with SIRENE’s Expertise in Tirana

Discover the fruitful collaboration between NET4Age-Friendly and SIRENE during the recent Training School in Tirana. This multidisciplinary event brought together professionals, researchers, and PhD students to discuss and exchange knowledge on Ageing in the City, Independent Living, and Social Participation in age-friendly smart environments. Dive into the insights shared during the lecture by Willeke van Staalduinen, exploring the synergies between the two projects and their efforts to foster sustainable and inclusive communities for Smart Healthy Age-Friendly Environments (SHAFE) implementation in Europe.
Third SIRENE Expert Hub Workshop: Exploring Ecosystems, Finance, and Funding in Social Innovation

The third SIRENE Expert Hub Workshop united experts across various fields to explore social innovation, healthy aging, and independent living. With a focus on ecosystem dynamics, finance, and funding, the workshop delved into emerging trends and challenges in Smart Healthy Age-Friendly Environments (SHAFE) in Europe. Professionals from diverse backgrounds discussed key priorities and shared insights for future initiatives.
European Commission Launches New Innovation Initiatives, Advancing the New European Innovation Agenda

One year after the adoption of the New European Innovation Agenda, the European Commission is making significant progress in positioning Europe as a leader in deep tech innovation and start-ups. At a conference on deep tech entrepreneurship in Stockholm, Sweden, Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager highlighted the achievements and future plans outlined in the Agenda. The delivery of 25 actions is well underway, with nine already implemented and 16 ongoing, including initiatives such as the Regional Innovation Valleys and the EIC Scale Up 100 program. The collective effort of Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe is driving this innovation agenda, with a strong focus on funding for deep tech scale-ups and talent development.
SIRENE Presented at NET4Age-Friendly MC Meeting in The Hague

Discover the exciting collaboration between the SIRENE project and NET4Age-Friendly in advancing Smart Healthy Age-Friendly Environments (SHAFE). During the recent Management Committee Meeting in The Hague, SIRENE Coordinator Carina Dantas and Willeke van Staalduinen from AFEdemy presented the project’s social innovation framework and its potential synergies with the SHAFE concept. With a focus on inclusive and responsive environments, SIRENE aims to create sustainable and age-friendly digital solutions. The meeting facilitated knowledge exchange and fostered connections within an interdisciplinary network of researchers working towards a healthier and more inclusive future. Explore the fruitful outcomes of this collaboration and the significant steps taken towards promoting well-being and societal advancement.
Join the 1st SIRENE Science Café: Exploring Social Innovation for Sustainable Communities

Register for the 1st SIRENE Science Café, an online event aimed at increasing awareness of social innovation for eco-friendly and sustainable community-based services. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from renowned speaker Blanca Herrero de Egaña Muñoz-Cobo, Spain’s leading Social Innovation expert, and participate in an engaging discussion on “What is Social Innovation.” Register now!
In retrospective: SIRENE Project achievements in the first 7 months!

Social innovation is crucial for our global society. Collaboration and networking are essential for knowledge sharing and implementing changes quickly. SIRENE consortium has successfully onboarded experts to its SIRENE Expert Hub, which gathers experts from all relevant spheres of social innovation. SIRENE has been featured in several events, such as “Implementing SHAFE” and “Projects under the European Innovation Ecosystems Work Program.” Cross-collaboration is crucial to SIRENE’s success, as it works towards cultivating new ecosystems to unite social innovators, architects, environmentalists, policy makers, professors, doctors, entrepreneurs, community leaders for a real change in independent living, smart and healthy aging.
Unlock the Full Potential of SIRENE Expert Hub: Watch Our Step-by-Step Video Guide Now!

Are you a member of the SIRENE Expert Hub, but not sure how to make the most of all its features? Look no further! Our latest tutorial video provides a step-by-step guide on everything you need to know about using the Expert Hub. From posting updates and photos to creating polls and accessing groups, this video covers all the basics and more. Learn how to navigate the Member’s tab, manage your profile, and customize your settings to your liking. Whether you’re a seasoned user or new to the platform, our video tutorial has got you covered. Join the SIRENE project and become part of our community of social entrepreneurs and innovation actors. Sign up for the Expert Hub today and contribute your expertise to our mission of creating eco-friendly environments in Europe.
SIRENE presentation: NOVA Health conference

The II International Conference NOVA Health – Health Systems and Policies, focusing on the digital transition in health, was successfully held on 28 February 2023 at the Reitoria da Universidade Nova de Lisboa. The event brought together experts and stakeholders in the field of healthcare to discuss the impact of digital technologies on health systems […]