The Synclusive Project recently held a successful activation event in Évora, Portugal, building upon the momentum of previous initiatives in Lisbon. The event, hosted at PACT (Parque de Ciências e Tecnologia do Alentejo), brought together a diverse group of 25 participants, including regional stakeholders and young people, for a day of learning and dialogue.
The event kicked off with a coalition partners’ meeting, followed by an insightful presentation on the Synclusive project by Professor Maria José Sousa. A key highlight was a dynamic roundtable discussion moderated by Professor Sousa, featuring prominent figures such as:
- Carlos Pinto de Sá, President of Évora’s City Hall
- Arnaldo Frade, Regional Delegate for Alentejo at IEFP (National Institute of Employment and Professional Training)
- Rui Espada, President of NERE (Entrepreneurial Nucleus of the Évora Region)
- Carlos Sezões, Managing Partner at Direfly
This esteemed panel engaged in a fruitful discussion exploring strategies to empower young people and foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem within the Évora region.
The event concluded with a practical workshop designed to equip young participants with essential career skills. Inês Maltez, Talent Attraction Partner at TE Connectivity, provided valuable guidance on crafting impactful CVs, offering hands-on advice to help attendees enhance their job market competitiveness.
This event in Évora underscores the Synclusive Project’s commitment to fostering regional collaboration and empowering young people through skills development and career advancement opportunities.
