Consortium Partners
In4Sustain is an European initiative co-funded via the European Commission’s Erasmus+ Programme (KA220) and involves 7 partners of 5 European countries, committed to disseminating sustainable solutions in the Textile and Clothing Industry. The consortium is formed by partners being experts in training methodologies and design thinking and entrepreneurial education, and organisations representative of the T&C sector. All partners have experience working with the T&C industry although in a very diversified way: the mix allows the achievement of the objectives, benefit the design of project deliverables and guarantee the exploitation of project results in other fields of education and training.
ITALY - PROJECT COORDINATOR
CIAPE (Centro Italiano per l’Apprendimento Permanente) is a non-profit organization based in Rome that promotes lifelong learning and innovative training aligned with EU priorities, focusing on digital and green skills, inclusion, and entrepreneurship, while bridging education and industry through EU projects and capacity-building initiatives.
PORTUGAL
CITEVE is a non-profit technological centre with international offices, offering testing, consulting, training, and innovation services across the textile value chain, acting as a key facilitator between industry needs and tailored training opportunities.
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SPAIN
Gremi Tèxtil is a professional association founded in 1873 to represent and support textile companies in the region. It serves as a collective platform offering services in information, consultancy, training, international promotion, and innovation.
ITALY
Link Campus University (LCU) is an Italian university with campuses in Rome, Naples, and Città di Castello, combining classical education with practical learning. With a strong international focus, LCU promotes research and training in economics, politics, communication, law, and other socio-economic disciplines through collaborations and international projects.
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ITALY
Materially S.r.l. Impresa Sociale promotes sustainable innovation through materials, applying a design-oriented and circular economy approach. It connects producers of innovative materials with users, and engages in consultancy, training, and knowledge transfer through events, exhibitions, and multi-stakeholder projects aligned with the 2030 Agenda.
SLOVENIA
STEP Institute is a non-profit organization that fosters personal and professional growth by bridging education, business, and public sectors. Through innovative projects, training, and AI-focused tools, it empowers individuals and organizations with skills in communication, emotional intelligence, and digital literacy, creating lasting impact across Europe.
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GERMANY
TITERA is a specialized SME in smart and sustainable textiles, focusing on technical applications and PPE. With strong links to education and research, it offers expertise in textile engineering, sensor integration, and product optimization. TITERA supports innovation through R&D collaboration, technology validation, and market readiness, delivering user-centered, scalable solutions across Europe.