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SUMMARY:Skopje Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting held in Skopje\, North Macedonia\, on 26-27 April 2023\, was a pivotal gathering for the a-STEP Action\, bringing together the Management Committee (MC) and Working Groups (WG) for an intensive two-day session. This meeting was designed to foster collaboration\, enhance interdisciplinary exchange\, and push forward the progress on key deliverables. Participants engaged in in-depth discussions and workshops\, and had the opportunity to gain valuable insights from keynote speakers and local experts. \n**Description:** \nThe meeting provided each Working Group the space to advance their deliverables while fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration through joint sessions. The event featured a workshop that was highly relevant to the Action’s current deliverables and invited keynote speakers who shared their expertise on key themes aligned with the Action’s goals. Additionally\, the Management Committee convened to review the overall progress of the Action and plan the next steps. \nThe local context of North Macedonia added another layer of relevance\, with participants gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by a medium-income country. A field trip organized by the local host further enriched the experience by providing practical insights into local organizations aligned with the Action’s objectives. \n**Outputs:** \n– **Progress on Deliverables**: Each Working Group made significant strides in advancing their tasks\, reporting back to the entire group to ensure coordinated progress.\n– **New Knowledge**: Workshops and keynote sessions provided valuable new knowledge to the participants\, which will support the ongoing work of the Action.\n– **Interdisciplinary Collaboration**: Joint meetings between related Working Groups promoted cross-disciplinary interactions and problem-solving.\n– **Understanding Challenges in Medium-Income Countries**: The field trip and discussions offered participants a real-world perspective on the local challenges\, broadening their understanding of the context in which the Action operates.\n– **Enhanced Networking**: Stronger networking opportunities emerged\, both within the Action and with external stakeholders. \n**Sessions Overview:** \n– **26 April 2023\, 09:00 – 12:00**: **Working Group Meeting**\nWorking Groups convened to focus on their specific deliverables\, review progress\, and identify areas requiring further attention. \n– **26 April 2023\, 13:00 – 17:00**: **Workshops/Conferences**\nThis session included workshops and keynote presentations that offered new perspectives on current deliverables and promoted knowledge exchange among participants. \n– **27 April 2023\, 09:00 – 12:00**: **Working Group Meeting**\nContinued WG discussions from the previous day\, with time dedicated to joint sessions between groups with related deliverables. \n– **27 April 2023\, 13:00 – 17:00**: **Management Committee Meeting**\nThe Management Committee gathered to review progress\, address administrative matters\, and plan the future activities of the a-STEP Action. \nThis meeting in Skopje was highly successful in advancing the objectives of the a-STEP Action\, ensuring that all working groups and the MC made significant progress toward their goals while benefiting from shared knowledge and cross-disciplinary collaboration. \nAgenda: \na-STEP Agenda Skopje Macedonia.docx
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/1535/
LOCATION:INNOFEIT\, FEEIT\, Rugjer Boshkovikj 18\, Skopje\, North Macedonia
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SUMMARY:WG6 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The WG6 meeting\, held on 28-29 October 2022 in Amsterdam\, Netherlands\, was a focused working session dedicated to advancing key deliverables for the a-STEP Action. The primary objective of this meeting was to collaboratively work on critical outputs for WG6\, ensuring the smooth functioning and strategic direction of the group. \nDuring the two-day meeting\, the WG6 members made significant progress on several essential documents\, including: \n– The **Risk Management Plan**\, outlining strategies to identify\, assess\, and mitigate risks that could impact the Action’s success.\n– The **Financial Management Plan**\, providing guidelines for managing the Action’s budget and ensuring transparency and efficiency in financial operations.\n– The **WG Progress Report Template**\, designed to standardize reporting across working groups and streamline the monitoring of activities.\n– The **Draft GP2 Report**\, summarizing the achievements and outputs of the first and second grant periodsAmsterdam WG6 Meeting Agenda .docx.\n– The **Draft GP3 Budget**\, outlining the proposed budget for the third grant period to support ongoing and future activities. \nThis meeting was instrumental in aligning the Working Group’s efforts and ensuring that all deliverables were on track to meet the Action’s objectives. The collaborative atmosphere fostered productive discussions and led to the development of robust plans that will guide WG6’s work moving forward.
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/wg6-meeting/
LOCATION:Hampton By Hilton Amsterdam Arena Boulevard\, Hoekenrode 1\, 1102 BR\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Azores Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The hybrid a-STEP Action meeting\, held from 5-7 September 2022 in the Azores\, Portugal\, was a significant gathering of members and stakeholders\, as it took place within the framework of the 14th International Conference on Disability\, Virtual Reality & Associated Technologies. This meeting provided a platform for collaboration\, strategic discussions\, and the dissemination of the Action’s work\, blending in-person and virtual participation to maximize engagement. \nA key highlight of the event was the **a-STEP dissemination panel**\, organized as part of the conference\, which allowed us to share the Action’s progress and insights with a broader audience in the disability and virtual reality research community. \nThe sessions were structured as follows: \n**5 September 2022**\n– **09:00 – 13:00**: Working Group Meetings – Dedicated time for each Working Group to review their progress\, align on objectives\, and address any challenges.\n– **14:30 – 17:00**: Management Committee (MC) Meeting – The MC convened to discuss administrative matters\, funding\, and strategic planning for the Action. \n**6 September 2022**\n– **10:00 – 15:00**: Joint Working Group Meetings – Collaborative discussions between Working Groups to ensure cohesive progress across the Action’s different areas.\n– **15:00 – 19:15**: Invited Speaker and a-STEP Dissemination Panel – This session featured a keynote presentation followed by an a-STEP dissemination event\, highlighting the Action’s ongoing work and contributions to the field. \n**7 September 2022**\n– **09:30 – 18:30**: Delphi Study Workshop – The final day was dedicated to a hands-on workshop focused on the Delphi Study\, a key methodological approach within the Action. \nThis hybrid meeting not only advanced the work of the a-STEP Action through focused Working Group and Management Committee discussions but also enhanced its visibility and impact through the dissemination event at an international conference. It provided an important opportunity to share knowledge\, foster collaboration\, and engage with the wider research community.a-STEP Agenda_The Azores.docx
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/azores-meeting/
LOCATION:Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional de Ponta Delgada\, Av. Gaspar Frutuoso\, 9500-054 Ponta Delgada\, The Azores\, Portugal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pedro Gamito":MAILTO:pedro.gamito@ulusofona.pt
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SUMMARY:Türkiye Hybrid Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The hybrid meeting held in Antalya\, Türkiye\, on 29-30 July 2022\, marked an important moment for the a-STEP Action\, as participants had the opportunity to engage in both in-person and online discussions. This format enabled wide participation while fostering stronger collaboration among the Action’s members. \nThe meeting’s agenda was designed to encourage both focused group work and collective brainstorming sessions. Key highlights included: \n29 July 2022 \n•09:15 – 12:15: Keynote Speaker – The meeting began with a keynote address from an invited expert\, offering valuable insights aligned with the Action’s objectives. \n•13:30 – 17:00: Working Group (WG) Meetings – Each Working Group convened to discuss progress\, challenges\, and strategies for moving forward with their specific tasks. \n30 July 2022 \n•09:30 – 12:30: Joint WG Meetings – A session bringing together all Working Groups to collaborate on cross-cutting issues and share their findings to ensure alignment across the Action’s objectives. \n•13:30 – 17:00: Systematic Review Workshop – The final session provided a deep dive into systematic reviews\, offering practical knowledge and tools to support ongoing and future work within the Action. \nThis hybrid meeting in Antalya was a productive step forward\, combining the benefits of in-person interactions with the inclusivity of virtual participation. It provided a platform for meaningful dialogue\, ensuring continued progress and stronger collaboration within the a-STEP Action. \nDetailed Agenda: \nTSİ-Türkiye WG Meeting Agenda
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/turkiye-hybrid-working-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Limak Limra Hotel & Resort\, Kiriş Mah Sahil Cad No:11 Kemer\, Antala\, Turkey
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Full Action Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 1st hybrid meeting marks a significant milestone for the a-STEP Action\, as it will be the first in-person gathering of its kind since the Action’s launch. While maintaining the flexibility of online participation\, this meeting will provide an invaluable opportunity for attendees to engage face-to-face\, strengthening collaboration and fostering a deeper sense of community among Action members. The hybrid format ensures that those unable to attend in person can still participate fully in the sessions. \nThe meeting will take place across two days and feature a comprehensive agenda. The sessions include: \n18 October 2021 \n•09:00 – 09:30: Welcome and Action Update – An overview of the Action’s progress and future direction. \n•09:30 – 10:45: Working Group Breakout Meetings – Separate discussions for Working Groups to collaborate on their specific objectives. \n•11:15 – 12:45: Working Group Reporting (WG1\, WG2\, WG3) – Each Working Group will present updates on their activities and progress. \n•14:00 – 15:00: Working Group Reporting (WG4\, WG5) – Additional Working Groups will provide reports on their ongoing efforts. \n•15:30 – 16:30: Presentation from Invited Speaker – A keynote presentation from an expert in the field\, offering insights relevant to the Action’s goals. \n19 October 2021 \n•09:00 – 09:30: Budget Discussions – A focused session for the core group to review and discuss budget matters. \n•09:30 – 11:00: Reporting from Communication\, ICT\, STSM & VNS Managers – An update from key managers on their respective areas of responsibility. \n•11:30 – 13:00: Budget & Action Plan Meeting for Grant Period 2 – A Management Committee session dedicated to financial planning and strategizing for the next grant period. \n•14:30 – 15:30: Presentation from Invited Speaker – A final keynote presentation to conclude the meeting. \nThis hybrid meeting is a pivotal moment for the a-STEP Action\, providing the first opportunity for in-person collaboration\, while also offering an inclusive platform for all members to contribute\, regardless of their location. The combination of in-person and virtual participation will enable broader engagement and more dynamic discussions as the Action moves into its next phase of development.
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/hybrid-full-action-meeting/
LOCATION:Lusophone University\, Campo Grande 376\, 1749-024\, Lisbon\, Portugal
ORGANIZER;CN="Pedro Gamito":MAILTO:pedro.gamito@ulusofona.pt
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SUMMARY:1st Full Action Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting represents the first comprehensive action gathering\, which includes the Management Committee meeting as part of the agenda. Originally planned as an in-person event\, the meeting was transitioned to an online format in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the virtual setting\, the meeting provided an excellent opportunity for participants to engage\, collaborate\, and move forward with the objectives of the action. The transition to an online format allowed us to maintain momentum while ensuring the safety and well-being of all attendees. \nAgenda: \nCA19104 Full Action Meeting 04_05_2021
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/1st-full-action-meeting/
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SUMMARY:1st Action Management Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting serves as the official kick-off for the a-STEP Action. Initially planned as an in-person event\, it was shifted to an online format due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the virtual setting\, the meeting successfully brought together all the MC members. \nA key outcome of this meeting was the identification and determination of the core group members\, who will play a critical role in driving the action forward and overseeing its strategic direction. This essential step ensures the establishment of leadership that will guide the action’s progress and contribute to achieving its long-term goals. \nThe digital format allowed for broad participation while ensuring the safety and well-being of all attendees. This meeting laid a strong foundation for the Action’s objectives and future activities.
URL:https://www.a-stepaction.eu/event/1st-action-management-meeting/
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