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As part of its commitment to fostering international academic and research partnerships, a delegation from An-Najah National University participated in the annual meeting of the Erasmus+ EPISODE project, held in Brussels from November 21 to 25, 2025. The meeting brought together academic institutions and international organizations to discuss the project's progress and outline strategic plans for its continued implementation.


Representing An-Najah were Prof. Munqez Shtaya, Director of Scientific Centers, and Prof. Saed K. Khayat, Director of the Center for Grants and International Projects. The university is actively involved in the EPISODE project on social entrepreneurship, working alongside Birzeit University, UNIMED, Build Palestine, and All Digital. This collaboration aims to enhance academic capacities in social entrepreneurship and create meaningful training opportunities for students in partner universities.

During the meeting, participants engaged in in-depth discussions on the project's ongoing activities and the development of an implementation plan for the next six months. A key focus was placed on strengthening collaboration among project stakeholders to ensure the effective achievement of the initiative’s objectives. By integrating academic expertise and institutional support, the project seeks to equip students and educators with the necessary tools to promote social entrepreneurship within their respective communities.

On the sidelines of the meeting, the An-Najah delegation visited the European Education and Culture Executive Agency, where they delivered a comprehensive presentation on the EPISODE project. The presentation showcased the project's key achievements to date while addressing the challenges faced in implementing European-funded projects in Palestinian universities. Special attention was given to the impact of current political and economic conditions on academic collaboration and project sustainability.

At the conclusion of the visit, the delegation expressed their gratitude to An-Najah National University’s administration for its continued support of research and international partnerships. They emphasized that such initiatives play a crucial role in reinforcing the university’s position as a leading academic institution in the region while fostering new opportunities for global cooperation and knowledge exchange.

Erasmus+ remains one of the most prominent European programs dedicated to supporting higher education, academic mobility, and research collaboration. The EPISODE project specifically focuses on equipping students and institutions with the resources and knowledge needed to advance social entrepreneurship. By actively participating in such initiatives, An-Najah National University continues to expand its global presence, drive educational innovation, and build bridges between academic communities worldwide.


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