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ChangeMakers

ChangeMakers

Tackling real life solutions for sustainable cities & communities
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Our Challenge

ECIU invites you to engage in an immersive and collaborative challenge designed to drive real change in our cities and communities. Join passionate learners and key societal stakeholders to co-create and implement innovative solutions that promote sustainable practices. Together, we will directly contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 11: making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

The Team

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Fabianne Ribeiro
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António Neves
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CP
Carla Patinha
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Joaquim Macedo
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Vânia Carlos
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JM
Jorge Mota
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Margarida Fardilha
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Margarida Lopes
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VN
Victor Neto
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19 learners
Study format
Hybrid
Application period
7 November – 23 November 2025
Study period
26 November – 10 December 2025
Credits
1 ECTS
Hosting university
University of Aveiro
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Learning outcomes

Global understanding of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11

ESCO SKILLS

Systemic understanding of the challenges faced in promoting sustainability in cities

ESCO SKILLS

Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating toward shared objectives

ESCO SKILLS

Demonstrate the ability to think creatively and critically by analysing information

ESCO SKILLS

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Information

This is the second edition of the ChangeMakers challenge—an engaging, collaborative experience uniting passionate learners and societal stakeholders to co-create solutions for real challenges in our cities and communities. Building on the first edition’s success, this new chapter offers opportunities to share perspectives and develop impactful, practical strategies for urban and community needs. This year, we welcome “Unidade de Saúde Familiar Esgueira Mais” and Veolia, whose participation enriches the experience and strengthens our collective impact. Join us in turning ideas into action.

Hosting university

University of Aveiro

University of Aveiro

Associated Partners

Veolia
USF Esgueira+