Magdalina Benina and Radka Danchovska from Initiatives for Civil Society participated in an International Workshop on Renewable Energy Training (Project No: 2023-2-TR01-KA210-VET-000170231)

DR. ILIYANA BENINA    DR. NIKOLA BENIN

Project No: 2023-2-TR01-KA210-VET-000170231

Project Title: "Improving the Quality of Aligned Training Programs in Renewable Energy Department"

Location: Portugal

Dates: April 27–30, 2026

Participants from Initiatives for Civil Society: Magdalina Benina and Radka Danchovska

During a three-day intensive working program in Portugal, the representatives of the Initiatives for Civil Society

 – Magdalina Benina and Radka Danchovska – actively participated in the development of innovative educational tools for the renewable energy sector. The primary focus of the mobility was to create synergy among partners for the development of a unified curriculum and digital resources.

Magdalina Benina and Radka Danchovska presented national perspectives and best practices in Photovoltaic (PV) systems training. They participated in a workshop dedicated to identifying core competencies and drafting the structure of a shared curriculum. During a visit to the ATEC facilities, the participants gained insights into modern equipment and methodological approaches for practical training.

The second day focused on the project's digitalization. The association's representatives contributed to:

·        Designing the platform structure and the functionalities of the mobile application.

·        Developing prototype content, including learning modules and video materials.

·        Technical planning and task distribution for the finalization of digital tools.

On the final day, the participants focused on project sustainability through trainer preparation. They developed draft models for the structure and content of training modules. Innovative teaching approaches and cultural adaptations of materials were also discussed.

Magdalina Benina and Radka Danchovska took part in outlining the post-mobility action plan, which includes dissemination activities and the finalization of the mobile app.

Their participation significantly contributed to the successful achievement of the mobility goals. Thanks to their input, the project now has a clear framework for a future common curriculum and a digital ecosystem, which will enhance the quality of vocational education in the field of renewable energy sources.

"This partnership is key to implementing European standards in renewable energy training at a national level," the participants shared at the end of the visit.