The HERE Virtual Networking Meeting 2026 was held online on 1 April 2026, bringing together 40 participants from the HERE community, including HEREs, NEOs, and SPHERE representatives. The event provided a valuable opportunity to exchange experiences, strengthen cooperation, and discuss ongoing priorities and challenges.

The interactive meeting included short presentations, discussions, and polls. A key highlight was the presentation of feedback from the SPHERE Study Visit on Artificial Intelligence (AI), conducted in March 2026, offering insights into emerging trends in higher education.

Participants also reviewed current HERE activities, as well as upcoming SPHERE publications and events for 2026. Discussions focused on how HERE work contributes to systemic change and how communication of results and impact can be improved.

Upcoming activities include seminars and study visits throughout 2026, as well as a call for TAM and annual work plan updates to be launched in July 2026, with a deadline of 31 October 2026.

You can find more in the REPORT from the HERE Virtual Networking Meeting 2026

U okviru programa Erasmus+ i projekta BEYOND (Balkans Engagement for Youth, Opportunities, Networking and Development) pozivamo mlade osobe uzrasta 18–30 godina da se prijave za učešće u strukturiranom evropskom programu usmjerenom na profesionalni razvoj i jačanje kapaciteta.

Program koordinira Francuski institut u Bosni i Hercegovini, u partnerstvu s organizacijama Obrazovanje gradi Bosnu i Hercegovinu – Jovan Divjak i DIGI.BA. Cilj projekta je osposobiti mlade za tržište rada, te poboljšati njihovu samostalnost i vještine u zemljama Zapadnog Balkana u oblasti promocije kulture, digitalizacije kulturne baštine i projekata koji povezuju kulturu i turizam, kroz stručno vođeno i finansijski podržano profesionalno iskustvo.

 Program uključuje:
• angažman u matičnoj zemlji u trajanju od 24 sata sedmično tokom 6 mjeseci
• mjesečnu finansijsku podršku u iznosu od 300 € tokom trajanja programa
• individualno profesionalno mentorstvo i obuku iz projektnog rada (4 sata sedmično)
• nastavu francuskog jezika (3 sata sedmično)
• razvoj digitalnih, interkulturalnih i profesionalnih kompetencija

 Po završetku programa učesnice/učesnici imaju mogućnost jednog od sljedećih pravaca:
• opcionalne mobilnosti u Evropi
• nastavka obrazovanja ili dodatne obuke
• podrške pri ulasku na tržište rada

 Profil kandidatkinja/kandidata:
• mladi uzrasta 18–30 godina
• studentice/studenti upisane/i na fakultete u Bosni i Hercegovini, mladi koji završavaju studij u tekućoj akademskoj godini, kao i nezaposleni mladi, u skladu sa uslovima i mogućnostima implementacije programa
• osobe motivisane za razvoj profesionalnih vještina
• mladi zainteresovani za kulturne projekte, digitalne alate i rad sa zajednicom
• mladi sa manje prilika posebno se ohrabruju da se prijave

Prethodno iskustvo u navedenim oblastima nije potrebno.

 Zemlje učesnice:
Albanija, Bosna i Hercegovina, Crna Gora, Srbija, Francuska

 Finansijska podrška:
Program predviđa mjesečnu finansijsku podršku od 300 €, u skladu s pravilima projekta.

 Kako se prijaviti:

Prijave se podnose putem online formulara: https://forms.gle/6STyouyXAT3KTk4E9

Prijave su dobrodošle iz svih dijelova Bosne i Hercegovine.

Odabrane učesnice/i trebaju biti spremni na redovno učešće u aktivnostima koje se organizuju u Sarajevu, Mostaru, Banjoj Luci i Prijedoru.

Odabir kandidatkinja i kandidata vršit će se nakon pregleda svih zaprimljenih prijava.
Broj mjesta je ograničen.

Rok za prijavu: 27. mart 2026.

The SPHERE Study Visit “AI and Digital Transformation for Inclusive Universities: Policy, Practice, and Impact” was organized online, on 9-10 March, 2026 bringing together university leaders, academics, and policy experts to address the future of digital transformation.

The programme focused on how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, internationalisation, and institutional wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and equity. Through keynote presentations, institutional case studies, and interactive workshops, participants explored both the opportunities and challenges associated with AI adoption in universities.

Discussions highlighted that while AI-driven technologies can expand access to education and personalise learning experiences, they also introduce risks related to ethics, inequality, and academic integrity. Participants stressed the importance of aligning digital transformation strategies with human-centred values and existing European and national policy frameworks.

The event attracted a diverse group of higher education professionals, including institutional leaders, teaching staff, digital learning specialists, and policy officers. Many attendees were engaged in strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening inclusive practices, improving student support, and advancing innovation in increasingly international academic environments.

Key outcomes of the study visit included a deeper understanding of how AI can support equitable teaching and learning, as well as insights into governance, quality assurance, and ethical considerations. Participants also shared examples of institutional practices that bridge policy and implementation.

By the end of the visit, attendees reported gaining practical knowledge to inform decision-making and strategy development within their own institutions. The exchange of experiences and peer learning were highlighted as essential in shaping responsible and sustainable approaches to digital transformation.

The study visit underscored the growing importance of collaborative, evidence-based approaches to integrating AI in higher education—ensuring that technological progress enhances inclusion, academic integrity, and overall institutional wellbeing.

More on the Study visit in the Report

A training workshop titled “Erasmus+ Intensive Cooperation between High Schools and Universities” was held at the University of Banja Luka on 17 February 2026, bringing together participants from vocational education and training (VET) schools and university staff.

The main objective of the workshop was to present Erasmus+ opportunities available to participants from Bosnia and Herzegovina in the fields of higher education and vocational education and training. Participants were introduced to key Erasmus+ actions, including capacity building in VET, cooperation partnerships, centres of vocational excellence, and innovation alliances.

The event opened with an address by Prof. Kristina Pantelić-Babić, Vice-Rector for Interuniversity and International Cooperation, who emphasized the importance of international collaboration through the Erasmus+ programme. The workshop continued with a comprehensive overview of Erasmus+ objectives and priorities, as well as examples of successful project implementation.

Practical guidance formed a central part of the training, with detailed explanations of the application process, including opening an EU account, obtaining a PIC number, partner search strategies, lump sum budget planning, and navigating the EU Funding and Tenders Portal. Participants were encouraged to consult the Erasmus+ Programme Guide and official call documentation when preparing project proposals.

The workshop concluded with an interactive discussion session, enabling participants to exchange experiences, clarify questions, and explore opportunities for strengthening cooperation between higher education institutions and vocational schools.