The AAL Programme is delighted to announce its third Call for Workshop Proposals, inviting all current and former AAL partners to participate in shaping the future of active and assisted living through knowledge-sharing and collaboration. The deadline for submission of workshop proposals is January 31, 2025, at 17:00 CEST.

This ongoing and dynamic initiative aims to foster the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experiences within and beyond the AAL community. By organising a workshop, you have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to meaningful discussions on key AAL topics.
• Connect with a diverse audience of stakeholders.
• Address pressing challenges and explore innovative solutions in active and assisted living.

As always, the choice of topic is open for this call, but the AAL Programme encourages proposals that align with the concept of Ecosystems, following the focus of recent AAL calls. Additional areas of interest include:

• Accessing private and public markets.
• Implementing digital solutions within organisations.
• Financing start-ups and scale-ups.
• Value assessment and reimbursement of digital care solutions.
• Ethical considerations in the development and use of digital care solutions.
• Certification processes for digital solutions.

Key details to consider

• Workshop format: Workshops can be online, hybrid, or in-person. English is the preferred language to ensure wide accessibility, though other languages may be considered if relevant to the target audience and specified in the proposal.
• Timing: Workshops should take place from late February 2025 onward.
• Budget support: The AAL Programme offers financial assistance for expenses such as catering, technical needs, venues, and workshop moderators. Applicants should include a detailed budget in their proposal, specifying the requested contribution from the AAL Programme and its intended purpose.
• Eligibility: The Call is open to:

• Current and former AAL project partners.
• Partners may hire external experts to facilitate the workshop, but should retain organisational leadership.

Deliverables

Selected workshop organisers will be required to:

• Submit a detailed report on workshop outcomes to the AAL Association, using the provided template.

How to apply

Interested parties should submit their proposals by January 31, 2025, via email to the AAL Central Management Unit at call@aal-europe.eu. Proposals should outline the following:

• Workshop goals and alignment with AAL community needs.
• Topics to be addressed, emphasising peer learning and stakeholder exchange.
• Budget requirements and justification.

So, join us in advancing the AAL community through collaborative workshops that drive innovation and practical solutions. We look forward to receiving your creative and impactful proposals soon.