Partnership for a more equitable, resilient, and innovative society

Keys to a more resilient and innovative society

Today’s fast-changing world presents complex challenges that demand innovative and collaborative solutions. No single actor can tackle these issues alone—cross-organizational learning and cooperation are more crucial than ever. 

By joining the partnership, organizations gain access to an extensive network, training sessions, and workshops, along with opportunities to collaborate in research and innovation projects. 

The partnership serves as a platform for cross-sector collaboration, aiming to promote social justice, enhance diversity, and strengthen societal resilience—with a strong focus on practical application and shared learning. 

RISE is launching a unique partnership for organizations, authorities, and public actors that want to deepen their work with equality and gender equality—not just as goals in themselves, but as crucial drivers and enablers of sustainable and innovative societal development.

Through this partnership, we bring together initiatives, research, and practical solutions to collectively build a more inclusive and resilient society. We know that trust and participation create resilience, and that innovation is at its strongest when everyone has the opportunity to contribute.

RISE is initiating this partnership to translate research into action, drive change efforts, and create concrete solutions to societal challenges together with others over time.

What does the partnership include?

• Method workshops and training: Participate in method workshops and training sessions to strengthen your capacity to work both strategically and operationally with these important issues. We address knowledge-building efforts such as conflict management, future foresight, and practical application.
• Networking and collaboration: Join our network and take advantage of opportunities to collaborate with other stakeholders, as well as share experiences and best practices.
• Participate in Research and Innovation Projects: Within the partnership, we initiate and develop research and innovation projects (R&I) as well as targeted initiatives with a focus on applied practices. 

Why join? 

The world is undergoing major transformations—climate change, digitalization, and geopolitical tensions are rapidly reshaping societies. At the same time, gender equality and social equity are being challenged, and fundamental rights are at risk. In this critical moment, inclusion and justice are not just values but essential strategies for building sustainable and innovative societies. 

This partnership provides a platform for public actors and authorities to develop methods for integrating gender equality and inclusion into societal transformation and research. It also ensures you stay informed about EU requirements while strengthening your capacity for innovation. 

How does it works?

In this partnership, we work together—starting from real societal challenges to identify needs, explore solutions, and test new approaches. Through collaboration and research-based expertise, we ensure that insights and knowledge are transformed into action. 

Our work is grounded in research and experience that examines how societal development can be advanced in complex environments where multiple actors and factors interact. 

Activities 

• Two digital learning sessions 

• One fysical workshop 

• Project Lab – An experimental space for designing projects, exploring current funding calls, and developing ideas for new research and innovation initiatives. 

What you gain? 

• The opportunity to drive innovation and develop solutions to societal challenges in collaboration with others. 

• Enhanced knowledge and expertise in equity, resilience, and innovation. 

• Practical methods for addressing complex societal challenges. 

• A strong network of actors facing similar or entirely different challenges, providing valuable learning opportunities. 

   

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