Our Partners
The SYNAPSE Virtual Exchanges project, co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme, is implemented by a consortium of 12 partner organisations across Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
The project brings together universities, non-profit organisations, and innovation hubs to promote systems thinking, digital collaboration, and youth empowerment across regions.
European Partners
PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
Università Telematica degli Studi (IUL), Italy
A non-profit organisation promoting systems thinking and system dynamics methodologies. SYDIC connects academics and professionals and supports capacity-building and educational activities within the project.
System Dynamics Italian Chapter (SYDIC), Italy
A non-profit organisation promoting systems thinking and system dynamics methodologies. SYDIC connects academics and professionals and supports capacity-building and educational activities within the project.
Asociación Mundus, Spain
A non-profit organisation focused on international cooperation, youth empowerment, and digital learning. Mundus supports intercultural exchange and collaboration between Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Universidad de Almería, Spain
A modern university committed to excellence in education, research, and international collaboration, contributing to innovation and global learning within SYNAPSE.
African Partners
Pan-Atlantic University Foundation (Lagos Business School), Nigeria
A leading institution in management education and leadership development, integrating systems thinking into business, leadership, and sustainability practices.
Blue Sapphire Hub Foundation, Nigeria
An innovation and technology hub empowering youth and women through digital skills, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic development.
Technical University of Kenya (TUK), Kenya
A leading institution in technical and vocational education, focusing on practical skills, innovation, and industry collaboration.
Science Horizons Kenya, Kenya
A non-profit organisation promoting innovation, technology, and sustainable development, with a strong focus on youth empowerment.
National Youth Climate Action Network (Youth4CAN), Namibia
An organisation empowering youth through climate action, advocacy, and green skills development across Namibia.
Apodissi, Namibia
An SME specialising in knowledge and technology transfer between Europe and Africa. Within SYNAPSE, Apodissi leads communication, dissemination, and impact, ensuring that project results reach and engage diverse audiences. The organisation also supports the adaptation of the Smart Step e-learning platform, enhancing its accessibility to ensure an inclusive learning experience for all participants, including persons with disabilities.
Centre for Humanity and Sustainable Development, Malawi
A community-based organisation promoting youth empowerment, climate action, and sustainable development through local solutions.
Salesians of Don Bosco, Ethiopia
A long-standing institution supporting vulnerable youth through education, skills training, and holistic development across multiple regions.
The SYNAPSE Virtual Exchange Project
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The SYNAPSE Virtual Exchange Project is a bold three-year international initiative (2026–2028), funded under the Erasmus+ programme. It connects young people across Italy, Spain, Nigeria, Kenya, Namibia, Ethiopia, and Malawi to co-create solutions for today’s most pressing global challenges.
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The project brings together youth and facilitators in structured virtual exchanges that promote systems thinking, digital collaboration, and intercultural dialogue. Through this approach, SYNAPSE strengthens skills, fosters meaningful connections, and empowers young people to actively contribute to their communities and beyond.
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Grounded in Systems Thinking, SYNAPSE adopts a holistic approach to understanding complex challenges by focusing on interconnections and long-term impact. Activities are developed around four interconnected pillars, ensuring effective collaboration, active youth participation, and inclusive capacity building.
Connect
Building strong networks among partner organisations to foster collaboration, shared learning, and institutional growth.
Engage
Activating youth facilitators to lead virtual exchanges, promote dialogue, and strengthen leadership skills.
Empower
Equipping young people with systems thinking, digital collaboration, and social innovation skills, with a strong focus on inclusion and diversity.
Inclusiveness
Ensuring representation of young women, youth with disabilities and youth from rural areas among the participants. All the training materials and virtual exchanges spaces will adopt internation accessibility standards enabling equitable participation for all.