CHAISE National Information Days

Discover CHAISE in your country!

To share the project’s outputs and engage relevant stakeholders at the national level, CHAISE partners are organising 13 National Information Days, which will take place across all Europe.

From May until September 2024, the CHAISE partnership is organising 13 National Information Days that will occur in several European countries: Austria, Bulgaria, Belgium, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Romania, Slovenia, Spain

CHAISE National Information Days aim at disseminating the CHAISE project’s outputs/results to sector stakeholders, E&T providers, and public authorities at the national/regional level, to build consensus and commitment on the uptake of the project’s results, as well as on the expansion of sectoral cooperation.

Check the dates of the CHAISE National Information Days below ⬇️ and register for the one closest to you📝

 

🇫🇷 CHAISE National Information Day for France

15 October 2024, Paris

Le CHAISE National Information Day for France is scheduled for October 15, at Paris Dauphine University. This event will highlight the CHAISE project, showcasing its goals, achievements, and future plans. It offers a unique opportunity for participants to exchange knowledge, share ideas, and network with professionals and enthusiasts from the French blockchain ecosystem.

Throughout the day, students, academics, business representatives and professional trainers will have the possibility to explore the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course and its learning resources, now used by several learning providers in France and especially by Paris Dauphine University which has integrated them into its ISF Master’s program.

A dynamic roundtable discussion will be a key feature of the event, bringing together industry leaders, academics, and training experts to engage in meaningful dialogue.

Furthermore, the event will also allow participants to discover the CHAISE Blockchain skills forecasting mechanism and all the reports on blockchain skills for the European job market produced by the CHAISE consortium during the four years of the project.

The day will be concluded by a cocktail reception, giving participants the opportunity to continue to discuss and network in a more informal setting.

The event is organised by CHAISE partner Crypto4All in collaboration with CHAISE project Coordinator University Claude Bernard Lyon 1 and CHAISE Associated Partner FFPB – French Federation of Blockchain Professionals.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇦🇹 CHAISE National Information Day for Austria

7 October 2024, Vienna

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Austria will take place on 7 October at the Digitalsunray Media GmbH in Vienna.

The event will delve into the recent developments in blockchain skills and technology, including CHAISE’s outputs, such as the blockchain skills online course, which is designed to equip participants with the essential blockchain knowledge, and blockchain job market forecast to provide prospects about the future jobs within the blockchain industry, and finally sector collaboration to advance collaborative efforts across different sectors for accessing the blockchain technology.

The key feature of the event is the interactive learning session about the CHAISE blockchain skills online course which will equip participants with practical information through hands-on learning experience.
Throughout this event, participants will acquire first-hand information about the current trends and the future prospects of blockchain space from industry leaders, educators and blockchain professionals.

The event will conclude with drinks and snacks at the venue, offering a perfect opportunity for completing your experience through networking and connecting with like-minded professionals.

The event is hosted by the CHAISE partner ECQA and will be held in both English and German.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange. 

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🇪🇸 CHAISE National Information Day for Spain

25 & 26 September 2024, Barcelona

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Spain is a 2-day event that will take place at the European Blockchain Convention (EBC) in Barcelona, on the 25th and 26th of September, 09:00 – 18:00.

As a Bronze Sponsor of EBC, CHAISE will host a booth in the exhibition area, allowing attendees to engage with the CHAISE project and explore its contributions to blockchain skills development.

The event is organised by CHAISE partner Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). Each day from 12:00 PM to 13:00, the UPC team will hold an interactive presentation, both at the booth and online, focusing on the project’s mission to close the blockchain skills gap in Europe and explaining how CHAISE is preparing the workforce for blockchain-related careers through specialised training and resources.

On both days at 16:00, Prof. Jose Luis Muñoz from UPC will lead a Masterclass on the CHAISE Blockchain Skills program, showcasing the blockchain-focused online course developed by the project and available on the MOOC platform. This session will provide valuable insights into blockchain education and offer attendees the chance to learn more about the program’s content and structure.

Le European Blockchain Convention 2024 is Europe’s premier blockchain event, bringing together key stakeholders from industry, academia, and policy. It provides an ideal platform for showcasing CHAISE’s outputs and resources while facilitating discussions with blockchain experts and enthusiasts from across Europe.

The National Information Day for Spain at EBC 2024 aims to stimulate dialogue within the blockchain community and drive the adoption of CHAISE’s results.

By engaging with industry professionals, educators, and policymakers, CHAISE seeks to strengthen the blockchain skills ecosystem across Europe.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇱🇺 CHAISE National Information Day for Luxembourg

24 September 2024, Luxembourg

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Luxembourg will take place on 24 September at the Office City Sarl in Luxembourg.

The event will highlight the CHAISE project’s results and allow participants to delve into its Blockchain Skills online course. The CHAISE National Information Day will serve as a platform to discuss the uptake of the project results and exchange knowledge with members of the Slovenian blockchain community.

During the event, several presentations and panel discussions will allow the attendees to discover more about the project, and discuss its main outputs, including the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course and the methodology for labour market monitoring and its forecasting findings.

The event will see the participation of Prof. Parisa Ghodous, Head of Professional Master CCI, at the University Claude Bernard Lyon 1 & Coordinator of the CHAISE Project, Dr. Raimundas Matulevičius, Professor of Information Security at the Institute of Computer Science of the University of Tartu and many other speakers.

The event is hosted by the CHAISE partner Netcompany.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇷🇴 CHAISE National Information Day for Romania

24 September 2024, Bucharest

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Romania is scheduled for September 24, at Politehnica University of Bucharest.

This event will highlight the CHAISE project, showcasing its goals, achievements, and future plans.

It offers a unique opportunity for participants to exchange knowledge, share ideas, and network with professionals and enthusiasts from the Romanian blockchain ecosystem.

Students, instructors, corporate representatives, and certified trainers will have the opportunity to examine the outcomes and work of the CHAISE project during the day.

One of the event’s main features will be a lively roundtable discussion that brings together academics, business executives, and training specialists for in-depth conversation.

Discussions will be held with the guests and the organisers regarding the use of Blockchain in terms of the development of qualification and reskilling programs in the area of digital marketing and digital skills.

A networking reception will round up the day, providing attendees with an opportunity to continue the conversation in a more relaxed atmosphere.

The event is organised by CHAISE partner Autoritatea Nationala pentru Calificari in collaboration with NewTech Academy – part of the international tech group Wawiwa which offers a unique training model developed by leading experts in the tech industry and Burlington English – International School.

🇧🇪 CHAISE National Information Day for Belgium 

23 September 2024, Brussels & Online

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Belgium is scheduled for September 23 at Thon Hotel EU in Brussels. .

This event will spotlight the CHAISE project, showcasing its objectives, accomplishments, and future initiatives. It offers a unique opportunity for participants to exchange knowledge, share ideas, and network with professionals and enthusiasts from the Belgian blockchain ecosystem.

Throughout the day, students, academics and business representatives will have the opportunity to explore the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course and its learning resources. Two dynamic panel discussions will be a key feature of the event, bringing together industry leaders, academics, and digital skills experts to engage in meaningful dialogue on the future of blockchain skills in Belgium and Europe.

Participants will also have the chance to learn about the CHAISE Blockchain skills forecasting mechanism and review the reports on blockchain skills tailored for the European job market, produced by the CHAISE consortium throughout the four years of the project.

The day will conclude with a networking lunch, providing attendees with the opportunity to continue discussions and connect with other professionals in a more informal setting.

This event is organized by CHAISE partner Fujitsu in collaboration with Belgian authorities and industry experts.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇮🇹 CHAISE National Information Day for Italy

20 September 2024, Milan & Online

The CHAISE National Information Day for Italy will take place on 20 September at Palazzo Castiglioni in Milan.

The event will allow the attendees to discover the outcomes of CHAISE and discuss future directions of the EU project aimed at tackling blockchain skills mismatches in Europe.

Throughout the day, several sessions will cover various project’s topics, providing a comprehensive understanding of its achievements and resources.

The event will feature a panel discussion where different speakers including representatives from universities, training centres, and industry-leading companies, will discuss future opportunities and the evolving labour market needs in Italy, sharing their experiences and visions for the future of blockchain technology in Italy and across Europe.

The day will also offer numerous networking opportunities for professionals and blockchain enthusiasts and will wrap up with an aperitif providing an informal setting for participants to continue discussions and build valuable connections.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇧🇬 CHAISE National Information Day for Bulgaria

18 September 2024, Sofia & Online

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Bulgaria is set to take place on 18 September, hosted by CHAISE partner INDUSTRIA Technology.

This event is structured into two parts.

The first part is an online panel discussion. During this webinar, participants will have the chance to discover the latest achievements of the CHAISE project, gain insights into the future of blockchain technology through experts` discussions, and explore the connection between business and education in the field.

The second part will be in person at the INDUSTRIA office. Throughout the event, several presentations and discussions will make the attendees discover and discuss the main project’s outputs, including the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course and the future of blockchain technology in Bulgaria and Europe.

The event offers the opportunity for blockchain enthusiasts to network in an informal setting with a cocktail reception at the end.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇩🇪 CHAISE National Information Day for Germany

21 August 2024, Berlin

Le CHAISE National Information Day for Germany is set to take place in Berlin on 21 August 2024 at the Web3 Summit 2024.

During the day, participants will be able to explore the project’s results and engage in discussions about its future by visiting the CHAISE booth.

CHAISE partner BerChain will provide attendees with information and materials on the project’s outputs such as the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course and its certification process, the CHAISE Alliance & National Blockchain Skills Partnerships, CHAISE Blockchain career guidance, as well as the Blockchain Skills Forecasting Model developed by the project.

The event will spotlight the CHAISE project, its objectives, outcomes, and future directions, providing a platform for attendees to gain insights into the current state of the blockchain sector both nationally and at the European level and exchange views on the subject.

Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇬🇷 CHAISE National Information Day for Greece

25 June 2024, Athens

The CHAISE National Information Day for Greece is set to take place on 25 June 2024 at the UNIWA Conference Centre of Ancient Eleonas in Athens. The event will spotlight the CHAISE project, its objectives, outcomes, and future directions, to provide a platform for participants to exchange knowledge and ideas with others from the Greek blockchain community.

The Information Day features five sessions covering various aspects of the CHAISE project and subsequent blockchain sector:

  1. Introduction to the CHAISE Project
  2. Panel Discussion on CHAISE Studies: Blockchain Labour Market and Blockchain Skills Forecasts
  3. Addressing Skills Mismatches through CHAISE Project Outputs
  4. Blockchain CHAISE National Action Plans & Skills Partnerships
  5. The CHAISE Alliance

These sessions will give a comprehensive overview of the CHAISE project and touch upon various parts of the blockchain sector. The panel discussion, in particular, will emphasize CHAISE studies on blockchain labour market demand and supply, as well as Blockchain skills forecast at the national and European levels.

The National Information Day for Greece will feature multiple speakers from the CHAISE consortium partners across the blockchain community. Register for this event and be part of a day filled with learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

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🇪🇪 CHAISE National Information Day for Estonia

12 June 2024, Tartu

The CHAISE National Information Day for Estonia will take place on 12 June as part of the Cyber Innovation Conference at the University of Tartu. The event aims to engage with the Estonian blockchain community and promote the adoption of the project’s results, ultimately strengthening the European Blockchain skills ecosystem.

In the first part, the event will showcase the CHAISE project outputs, main deliverables, and next steps. The presentation will also highlight the project’s significance for EU countries, its impact on the skills market, and the future potential of blockchain technology.

The second part of the event will feature ‘CHAISE Workshop: A Demonstration Session on Teaching Blockchain Technology‘, focusing on the CHAISE curriculum. This workshop will cover topics such as the history of blockchain, blockchain and cryptocurrencies, security methods in blockchain, blockchain as a security enabler, and building Ethereum-based applications, including a demo DApp.

The Cyber Innovation Conference 2024 Tartu will address informatics, information security, and cybernetics. Participants can expect interactive presentations addressing the latest developments in the digital society and the associated risks. Additionally, there will be multiple workshops where attendees can apply their knowledge practically.

Register for the National Information Day for Estonia and participate in a day of learning, exploration, and networking.

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🇸🇮 CHAISE National Information Day for Slovenia

4 June 2024, Ljubljana

The CHAISE National Information Day for Slovenia is set to take place on 4 June 2024 at the KULT 316 Culinary and Tourism Centre in Ljubljana. The event will highlight the CHAISE project’s results and allow participants to delve into its Blockchain Skills online course. CHAISE National Information Day will serve as a platform for participants to discuss the uptake of the project results and exchange knowledge with members of the Slovenian blockchain community.

Throughout the event, several presentations and panel discussions will make the attendees discover and discuss the main project’s outputs, including the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course and the methodology for labour market monitoring and findings.

In addition, the event also features workshop activities on professions and the life cycle of blockchain technologies, as well as on the relationship between AI and blockchain. These activities are intended to provide an additional opportunity to foster engagement between the CHAISE community and the national one and to encourage participants’ interaction and contributions.

The event is hosted by the CHAISE partner Institute of the Republic of Slovenia for Vocational Education and Training (CPI). It features speakers from CPI and the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), as well as Dr. Uroš Ocepek, from the Secondary Technical and Vocational School of Trbovlje, and Dr. Samo Božič, Head Of Research And Development at Blckb Applied Neuroscience.

Register for the National Information Day for Slovenia and participate in a day of learning, exploration, and networking.

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🇮🇪 CHAISE National Information Day for Ireland

28-29 May 2024, Dublin

The CHAISE National Information Day for Ireland will be part of Blockchain Ireland Week 2024 at Trinity Business School in Dublin. CHAISE will maintain a booth in the exhibitor hall during the two-day event, welcoming discussions and questions about the CHAISE project.

On 29 May, CHAISE will participate in the panel ‘Blockchain Skills Gap: Bridging Education and Industry’, focusing on skills gaps in the blockchain labour market. CHAISE will present new research findings on blockchain skills supply and demand in Europe, and how the project developed a strategic approach for the future of blockchain skills in Europe.

The National Information Day for Ireland, in the context of Blockchain Ireland Week 2024, will showcase the CHAISE Blockchain Skills online course while engaging with the broader blockchain community. The goal is to engage with the Irish blockchain community and promote the uptake of the project’s results, ultimately reinforcing the European Blockchain skills ecosystem.

Blockchain Ireland Week 2024 offers a platform for participants to share knowledge and ideas with others from the Irish blockchain community. The event will explore the themes of Maturity and Stability, hosting discussions between key stakeholders from industry, education, and policy. During the two-day event, blockchain Ireland will host ten panels on various topics and six high-profile keynote speakers.

Participants are encouraged to attend the panel discussion and visit CHAISE in the exhibitor hall.

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