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ACE²-EU Stakeholder Experience Workshop Kicks Off in North Macedonia

Štip, North Macedonia – 23 March 2026

The ACE²-EU Stakeholder Experience Workshop officially commenced today at Goce Delčev University in Štip, bringing together students, academic staff, institutional coordinators, and key stakeholders from across the ACE²-EU Alliance.

Taking place between 23–25 March 2026, the three-day workshop aims to collect structured feedback on mobility experiences, enhance existing tools and resources, and support the development of future ACE²-EU initiatives.

The event gathers representatives from Student and Staff Advisory Boards, EU Values Group members, and institutional partners, creating a collaborative environment focused on improving mobility opportunities and strengthening engagement across the alliance.

The workshop follows a participatory format, combining joint sessions with separate student and staff discussions, encouraging active involvement and co-creation.

Day 1: Reflecting on Mobility Experiences

The first day focuses on reviewing the experiences of students and staff involved in ACE²-EU mobility activities. Through testimonials, interactive discussions, and group workshops, participants are sharing insights, identifying challenges, and proposing solutions to improve future mobility programmes.

Key sessions include:

  • Mobility experience testimonials from students and academic staff
  • Interactive mapping of the mobility journey (before, during, and after participation)
  • Parallel focus groups addressing barriers and enablers for mobility

The day concludes with a consolidation session, followed by optional cultural activities, including a city tour and museum visit.

Looking Ahead

Over the next two days, the workshop will explore:

  • improvements to mobility support tools and programmes
  • multicultural and multilingual initiatives within the alliance
  • the development of new ACE²-EU activities, including volunteering opportunities

The outcomes of the workshop will directly contribute to enhancing the quality, accessibility, and impact of mobility experiences across the ACE²-EU Alliance.