Partners
The CARE-ABILITY partnership brings together universities, VET providers, research centres, and innovation organisations from Spain, Austria, Slovenia, and Greece. Each partner contributes unique expertise in education, social inclusion, and technology.
Universidad de Alicante
Spain 🇪🇸
The University of Alicante (UA) is one of Spain’s leading public universities, recognised for its excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. It hosts more than 30,000 students and 2,000 academic and research staff, offering over 50 undergraduate and 80 postgraduate programmes. The university has a strong international profile, with partnerships in more than 60 countries and extensive experience in coordinating EU-funded projects under Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, and other programmes.
UA promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, digital transformation, and inclusion in education. Its research centres focus on areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, health sciences, and social innovation. The university is also committed to equality, ethics, and gender-sensitive education, making it a key player in projects that link education, technology, and social responsibility.
ÖJAB
Austria 🇦🇹
ÖJAB – Österreichische Jungarbeiterbewegung – is one of Austria’s largest non-profit organisations working in education, housing, and social care. Founded in 1946, it operates more than 30 institutions, including VET schools, student dormitories, and care homes for the elderly. Its mission is to provide learning opportunities and social support to young people, senior citizens, and people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
ÖJAB offers recognised vocational education programmes in the fields of health, social work, and technology, and it is actively engaged in integrating migrants and refugees through training and employment initiatives. The organisation combines practical learning with social awareness and equality, promoting empowerment and lifelong learning for all.
Fakulteta za Zdravstvo Angele Boskin
Slovenia 🇸🇮
The Angela Boškin Faculty of Health Care (FZAB) is a private higher education institution located in Jesenice, Slovenia, with over 30 years of experience in nursing and health education. The faculty provides accredited bachelor’s and master’s programmes in health sciences and conducts applied research in areas such as community health, geriatric care, and public health promotion.
FZAB is widely recognised for its scientific and professional excellence, its strong ties with hospitals and care centres, and its active role in international collaborations. Its teaching approach combines academic theory, ethical reflection, and practical experience, with a focus on person-centred care and sustainable health systems.
EMVIO
Greece 🇬🇷
EMVIO is a Greek organisation that combines expertise in digital transformation, educational innovation, and EU project management. It focuses on creating digital tools and communication strategies that promote inclusion, accessibility, and sustainable education. EMVIO designs and develops online platforms, e-learning materials, and dissemination campaigns for European initiatives in education, culture, and social inclusion.
The organisation collaborates with universities, NGOs, and private companies to bridge the gap between technology and education. Its multidisciplinary team of educators, IT developers, and communication experts ensures that projects reach a wide audience and achieve long-term visibility and social impact.
Basque International Research Association
BIRA 🇪🇸
The Basque International Research Association (BIRA) is a multidisciplinary research centre based in Spain that focuses on applied research, digital learning technologies, and innovation for social impact. It brings together experts in artificial intelligence, education, social sciences, and data analysis.
BIRA works with universities, enterprises, and public institutions across Europe to promote responsible digital innovation, sustainable development, and evidence-based policymaking. The organisation develops advanced learning technologies and data-driven evaluation methods that support inclusion, equality, and the digital transition in education and training.
Srednja šola Jesenice
Slovenia 🇸🇮
Srednja šola Jesenice is a vocational secondary school specialising in healthcare, nursing, preschool education and mechanical engineering. With a long tradition in vocational education, the school provides students with both classroom-based learning and extensive practical training through partnerships with local hospitals, care homes, and community institutions.
The school emphasises innovation in teaching and close cooperation with the local community. It promotes equality, lifelong learning, and the development of professional skills that respond to the real needs of the labour market. Its students and teachers often participate in European programmes and mobility projects, supporting the exchange of good practices in vocational education.
IEK DELTA 360°
Greece 🇬🇷
IEK DELTA 360° is one of the largest and most prestigious vocational education and training institutions in Greece, with campuses in several major cities including Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, and Ioannina. It offers more than 100 VET programmes in areas such as health, social care, technology, tourism, business, and design.
For over 50 years, IEK DELTA 360° has been a reference point for quality vocational training in Greece. It maintains strong collaborations with companies, hospitals, and industry associations to ensure that its students gain real-world experience and employable skills. The institution promotes innovation in teaching, sustainability, and inclusion, preparing learners for the labour market of the future.