The stakeholder network is designed as a long-term structural mechanism to ensure sustainability, impact, and continuous knowledge exchange beyond the project lifecycle.
The stakeholder network aims to:
- strengthen cooperation between higher education and industry;
- support labor market-oriented curricula;
- promote green and digital skills;
- facilitate innovation and knowledge transfer;
- ensure long-term sustainability of project results.
These objectives align with Erasmus+ priorities on employability, digitalisation, and green transition.
The BRIDGE Stakeholder Network offers two types of membership for institution to ensure both broad participation and structured cooperation.
1. Standard Membership (without agreement)
This is an open and flexible form of participation.
How to join
To become a member, please complete the online registration form at the link provided (basic information (name, organization, experience, contact details) and areas of interest). After submitting the application and its review, the applicant, if approved, will be added to the network database and will receive confirmation by email.
Benefits:
- access to project news and updates;
- access to selected learning materials and resources;
- participation in open network activities.
Commitment level: low (no formal obligations).
2. Associated Membership (with signed agreement)
This is a formalised type of membership for organisations willing to actively contribute to the network.
How to join:
- Submit an expression of interest via the via provided link or directly to the Network Secretariat.
- Sign a Cooperation / Membership Agreement with the project consortium (or coordinating institution).
- Arrange the signing of a Cooperation / Membership Agreement through email correspondence with the project consortium or coordinating institution.
Benefits:
- full access to project results, materials, and digital platforms;
- participation in thematic working groups;
- involvement in joint activities (curriculum development, trainings, pilot actions);
- increased visibility as an official network partner;
- opportunities for long-term cooperation beyond the project.
Responsibilities:
- active participation in network activities;
- contribution to knowledge exchange and dissemination;
- support to project sustainability and exploitation of results.
Commitment level: medium to high (formal engagement)
Membership Conditions
Membership is free of charge for both types. All members agree to comply with data protection regulations (GDPR) and ethical standards.
Individual Membership (Personal Participation)
In addition to organisational membership, the BRIDGE Stakeholder Network is open to individual participants who wish to contribute to and benefit from the network activities.
Individual membership is open to:
- researchers and academic staff;
- industry professionals and experts;
- students and graduates;
- independent consultants;
- representatives of organisations acting in a personal capacity.
How to join
Individuals can join the network by:
- completing the online registration form via the provided link;
- providing basic personal and professional information;
- indicating areas of expertise and interest.
No formal agreement is required for individual membership.
Benefits
Individual members will have access to:
- project news, updates, and publications;
- invitations to events (workshops, webinars, conferences);
- learning materials and digital modules;
- networking and collaboration opportunities;
- participation in thematic discussions and working groups.
Individual members may be:
- listed in the network database (optionally);
- featured in specific activities or expert groups.
Publication of personal data is subject to explicit consent in accordance with GDPR.
Responsibilities
Individual members are expected to:
- actively engage in network activities (where possible);
- contribute to knowledge exchange and dissemination;
- respect ethical and professional standards.
Individual membership is free of charge, voluntary, non-contractual (no legal obligations).
More detailed information about the activities and operation of The BRIDGE Network is available upon request. Please contact us if you would like to learn more.