Partner Information Form
ORGANISATION PRESENTATION
InnoEUsphere is an education and training hub with EU funding expertise, committed to driving positive change and fostering a sustainable, green, inclusive and peaceful European future. The organisation specialises in the design and delivery of non-formal and informal learning programmes, participatory engagement processes, and people-centred approaches that place learners and communities at the heart of every initiative.
InnoEUsphere’s mission is to contribute to the strengthening of EU Skills intelligence by creating smarter, people centred education and training actions grounded in non-formal and informal learning methodologies. With an emphasis on sustainable competitiveness, digital transformation, and resilience, InnoEUsphere promotes innovation, active participation, and the engagement of EU citizens in transformative education and training, from peer-led learning circles and co-creation workshops to community-based participatory processes, making learning more accessible and more relevant for individuals and communities to achieve wide-ranging economic and societal impact.
InnoEUsphere is active in research, education delivery, and the provision of strategic and policy support in the following fields: Culture and Creative Industries; Sustainability; Circular Economy and Circular Tourism; Green Entrepreneurship; Education and Training; Women Empowerment and Entrepreneurship; Youth; Digital Transformation and Technology.
Strategic Partnerships & Networks
InnoEUsphere is a strategic partner to the Larnaka2030 initiative, which successfully secured the European Capital of Culture (ECoC) 2030 title for the city of Larnaka. This represents the most significant strategic milestone for InnoEUsphere to date. The organisation’s CEO, Christina Achilleos, was one of six core team members contracted to contribute to the development of the official bid book, a collaboration that began in 2024 and proved instrumental in the city’s successful candidacy. Building on this partnership, InnoEUsphere has been contracted to lead the monitoring and evaluation of the Larnaka 2030 ECoC title implementation, a mandate extending from spring 2026 through 2031, contributing to the long-term cultural, social, and urban regeneration of the region.
InnoEUsphere is also a strategic partner of the Circular Economy Alliance (CEA), a knowledge-driven global organisation dedicated to paving the path forward towards a Circular Economy, with access to thousands of key stakeholders worldwide. Since August 2023, InnoEUsphere is a member of the Friends network of the New European Bauhaus, sharing an aligned vision of environmental and social responsibilities. InnoEUsphere is also a member of the European Pact for Skills and the European Chemical Regions Network.
TEAM
Christina Achilleos
Founder & CEO
A lifelong learning expert and certified VET trainer with more than 15 years of experience in the EU funding landscape. She holds a degree in Business Administration (First Class Honours) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from the University of Leicester. Christina is also an expert proposal writer with a track record across Horizon Europe, EIC Accelerator, Erasmus+, Creative Europe, Interreg, JPI Cultural Heritage, and national RIF programmes. She holds a strong project management profile, particularly in projects funded by Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, and Creative Europe. As a trainer and mentor, Christina specialises in non-formal and informal education, with deep expertise in participatory learning methodologies, stakeholder engagement, and co-creation processes. Her training portfolio covers entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, circular economy, leadership, and innovation.
Alexandra Pavlou
Communication & Project Manager
A journalist by profession with a strong background in media and strategic communication. She holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Media from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a Master’s degree in Political Communication from AUTh. At InnoEUsphere, Alexandra leads communication, dissemination, and social media activities across EU-funded projects, and contributes to day-to-day project management. She brings expertise in audience engagement, content development, and multi-channel promotion, ensuring that project outputs reach diverse target groups effectively across national and European networks.
PROJECT PORTFOLIO
Cultural BEES
Creative Europe COOP-2
January 2024 – present (36 months)
A flagship initiative in the InnoEUsphere project portfolio designed to nurture entrepreneurship within the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs) among young people. Drawing inspiration from the Junior Achievement “Inspire–Prepare– Succeed” model, the project targets 15–18-year-old students and 18–30-year-old young adults, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and tools to succeed in CCI careers and ventures. Cultural BEES develops and implements a comprehensive training programme and digital toolkit through face-to-face workshops, self-paced online learning, and vibrant virtual communities.
EDU4FOOD
Erasmus+ KA220-YOU
February 2024 – present
Dedicated to fostering sustainability within the food sector through education. Aligned with the EU’s Farm to Fork Strategy, the project equips young learners, youth workers, and educators with essential knowledge and tools to embrace sustainable practices.
HERS — Heritage, Empowerment, Resilience, Stories
Creative Europe COOP-1
November 2024 – present
Focuses on empowering migrant women by preserving and celebrating their intangible cultural heritage. By providing spaces for showcasing traditions, resources for skills development, and fostering intercultural exchange, HERS aims to enhance community cohesion and social inclusion.
Green New Home (GNH)
Erasmus+ KA220-ADU
November 2024 – present
Aims to raise awareness and competences of disadvantaged people, especially migrants and refugees, in sustainable entrepreneurship. The project defines core competences, motivates learners for green behaviour, provides strategies for becoming sustainable entrepreneurs, and improves the competences of adult educators to facilitate such training.
ALMA Initiative — Aim, Learn, Master, Achieve
European Social Fund Plus (ESF+)
October 2025 – 2029 (local implementation)
InnoEUsphere is the local host organisation in Larnaka, Cyprus, facilitating the integration of 120 NEET young people by connecting them with local companies and organisations to gain professional experience and develop essential soft skills. Through personalised support, non-formal learning, mentoring, and international mobility experiences, the ALMA Initiative empowers young people to build confidence, acquire practical competences, and take meaningful steps toward employment or further education.