European Placemaking Academy is an international project developed by 5 partners and supported within Erasmus+ Program. On this page you will find general information about our consortium.
CISR develops projects in fields such as urban activism, migration and inclusion, peaceful conflict transformation, anti-war engagement, culture of remembrance, feminism, and media, using social and urban research, non-formal education, capacity building, and international cooperation.
In urban activism and placemaking, CISR connects professionals, community leaders, grassroots organisations, public authorities, and other city actors to exchange perspectives and expertise and to practically explore cooperations contributing to more inclusive, democratic, and sustainable cities.
As Coordinating Organisation of the European Placemaking Academy, CISR oversees the project's overall implementation and leads the Work Package on Methodology & Exploration, developing educational approaches to strengthen participatory placemaking and community engagement across Europe.
Urban Foxes is a Belgian non-profit organisation dedicated to creating more inclusive, sustainable, and participatory cities through urban pedagogy, placemaking, and non-formal education.
Since 2014, the organisation has engaged communities—particularly young people and adult learners, in educational initiatives focused on urban planning, public space, sustainability, and civic participation. Urban Foxes develops innovative learning tools, including urban interventions, collaborative games, storytelling methodologies, and participatory workshops that encourage citizens to actively shape their cities.
The organisation has extensive experience coordinating Erasmus+ projects and collaborating with universities, vocational education providers, and community organisations across Europe. Its work combines grassroots participation with educational innovation, promoting place-based learning and community-driven urban action.
Through initiatives such as the Academy for Urban Action (AUA), Urban Foxes provides hands-on learning experiences that empower participants to explore urban challenges, co-create solutions, and strengthen their civic engagement skills.
Within the European Placemaking Academy, Urban Foxes contributes its expertise in placemaking, participatory urbanism, and non-formal education, supporting the development of innovative learning methodologies and educational resources that encourage communities to actively shape more inclusive public spaces.
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The Center for Independent Social Research (CISR), Germany is a non-profit organisation founded in 2015 and based in Berlin, dedicated to strengthening democratic civil society in Eastern and Western Europe and partner countries.
CISR develops projects in fields such as urban activism, migration and inclusion, peaceful conflict transformation, anti-war engagement, culture of remembrance, feminism, and media, using social and urban research, non-formal education, capacity building, and international cooperation.
In urban activism and placemaking, CISR connects professionals, community leaders, grassroots organisations, public authorities, and other city actors to exchange perspectives and expertise and to practically explore cooperations contributing to more inclusive, democratic, and sustainable cities.
As Coordinating Organisation of the European Placemaking Academy, CISR oversees the project's overall implementation and leads the Work Package on Methodology & Exploration, developing educational approaches to strengthen participatory placemaking and community engagement across Europe.
Urban Foxes is a Belgian non-profit organisation dedicated to creating more inclusive, sustainable, and participatory cities through urban pedagogy, placemaking, and non-formal education.
Since 2014, the organisation has engaged communities—particularly young people and adult learners, in educational initiatives focused on urban planning, public space, sustainability, and civic participation. Urban Foxes develops innovative learning tools, including urban interventions, collaborative games, storytelling methodologies, and participatory workshops that encourage citizens to actively shape their cities.
The organisation has extensive experience coordinating Erasmus+ projects and collaborating with universities, vocational education providers, and community organisations across Europe. Its work combines grassroots participation with educational innovation, promoting place-based learning and community-driven urban action.
Through initiatives such as the Academy for Urban Action (AUA), Urban Foxes provides hands-on learning experiences that empower participants to explore urban challenges, co-create solutions, and strengthen their civic engagement skills.
Within the European Placemaking Academy, Urban Foxes contributes its expertise in placemaking, participatory urbanism, and non-formal education, supporting the development of innovative learning methodologies and educational resources that encourage communities to actively shape more inclusive public spaces.
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Culture Goes Europe (CGE) is a non-profit organisation based in Weimar, Germany, dedicated to promoting non-formal education, active citizenship, and social inclusion through innovative and participatory learning approaches.
Established in 2005, CGE designs and delivers a wide range of educational initiatives, including training courses, workshops, study visits, exchanges, and volunteer programmes. Its work empowers diverse learning groups,including adults, young people, migrants, refugees, and other marginalised communities, through experiential learning, peer-to-peer education, and community participation.
The organisation has extensive experience in Erasmus+ and other European cooperation projects, particularly in the fields of urban development, placemaking, civic engagement, digital education, and social innovation. CGE combines participatory research with practical learning methodologies to support inclusive urban development and strengthen community participation.
Its multidisciplinary team brings together expertise in urban planning, education, digital learning, intercultural dialogue, and community development. Through its programmes, CGE also provides capacity-building opportunities for civil servants, NGOs, educators, and community organisations, equipping them with the skills needed to foster more participatory and inclusive governance.
Within the European Placemaking Academy, CGE contributes its expertise in non-formal education, participatory urbanism, and community-led development, supporting the design and delivery of educational resources while facilitating knowledge exchange among partners and stakeholders across Europe.
Contextos – Cooperativa para o Desenvolvimento e Coesão Social is a Portuguese non-profit cooperative based in Faro, Algarve, dedicated to promoting social cohesion, active citizenship, and sustainable community development through education and participation.
Founded in 2016, the organisation designs and implements projects in the fields of education and training, culture, communication, participatory democracy, human rights, intercultural dialogue, and social inclusion. Its work focuses on empowering individuals and communities through participatory learning approaches that strengthen skills, encourage critical thinking, and foster civic engagement.
Alongside educational activities, Contextos develops reports, case studies, publications, and communication materials that support knowledge sharing and the dissemination of good practices across Europe.
The organisation is composed of a multidisciplinary team of project managers, coordinators, and communication professionals, supported by external experts and volunteers. Contextos has extensive experience participating in Erasmus+ cooperation projects and contributes expertise in project coordination, communication, dissemination, community engagement, and non-formal education.
Within the European Placemaking Academy, Contextos leads the Communication, Dissemination and Exploitation, ensuring that the project's results reach communities, practitioners, and policymakers across Europe while supporting the long-term sustainability of its outcomes.
Kirkens Bymisjon Tromsø is part of one of Norway's largest non-profit foundations dedicated to social inclusion, community development, and supporting vulnerable groups. Although originally established by the Norwegian Church, the organisation operates independently and its activities are non-religious, focusing on creating inclusive communities where everyone feels respected and valued.
Within the European Placemaking Academy, the project is implemented by the Sør-Varanger branch, which develops initiatives that strengthen social cohesion through participatory approaches, cultural activities, and community engagement. The organisation works with a diverse range of groups, including children, young people, people with migrant backgrounds, and other vulnerable communities.
Its experience includes organising community festivals, youth camps, artistic workshops, and cultural initiatives that encourage active participation and strengthen local identity. In particular, Kirkens Bymisjon has developed placemaking-based youth camps and regular community activities where participants actively shape public spaces and local initiatives according to their own needs and ideas.
The organisation also delivers training for youth workers and social professionals, promoting participatory methods and community-centred approaches that foster civic engagement and social inclusion.
Through its extensive local partnerships and strong community network, Kirkens Bymisjon contributes valuable expertise in participatory placemaking, community activation, and inclusive educational practices, supporting the project's goal of empowering communities to co-create more liveable and democratic places.