Community

Communities of Practice
What is a CoP?
The Communities of Practice (CoP) on the AEIP are collaborative spaces that connect researchers, innovators, and policymakers to exchange knowledge and build capacity.
Through interactive tools and inclusive engagement, you can be part of a team that supports diverse voices and curates useful resources. Insights from these communities will help shape policies and strengthen the link between education, research, and innovation to drive real societal impact. Participation requires registration.
Current CoP
Women and Youth in the Green and Digital Transition
Advance inclusive green and digital transformation through collaboration and shared learning.
- Exchange practices that empower women and youth
- Facilitate peer learning and cross-sector collaboration
- Co-create solutions for a sustainable transition
About the Women and Youth in the Green and Digital Transition CoP
Stakeholders from academia, research institutions, innovation hubs, government, the private sector, civil society, development partners, and youth- and women-led organisations are invited to join the Community of Practice on Women and Youth in the Green and Digital Transition.
The green transition is creating new opportunities in areas such as renewable energy, the circular economy, climate-smart agriculture, clean mobility, sustainable manufacturing, and other climate-resilient sectors.
The CoP will provide a platform for peer learning, collaboration, knowledge exchange, and practical discussions aimed at advancing inclusive green and digital transformation for women and youth across Africa and Europe.
CoP Schedule (all meetings take place at 14:00 GMT)
- Kick-off meeting: 11 September 2026
- First meeting: 18 September 2026
- Second meeting: 22 September 2026
- Third meeting: 25 September 2026
- Final webinar: 30 September 2026
Past CoPs
Urban Diplomacy and Innovation
Work across cities and borders to strengthen resilience
- Identify opportunities in urban innovation
- Engage civil society and diaspora in local innovation ecosystems
- Co-develop solutions
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Support venture creation and growth through peer learning and shared practice.
- Case clinics with founders
- Mentor exchange and office hours
- Toolkit on validation and growth
Commercialisation of Innovative Products
Translate research and prototypes into viable products and services.
- Routes to market
- Pricing and IP basics
- Pilot and procurement playbook
Climate Change and Sustainable Education
Advance climate knowledge and sustainable practices in education and society through cross-sector collaboration.
- Climate-aligned curricula and resources
- Collaboration between scientists, communities and policy-makers
- Support for adaptation, mitigation and resilience
