Programme · Erasmus+
How does REACT train?
Digital skills, green entrepreneurship, civic participation and a Training of Trainers approach, for lasting impact in three rural territories.
- components
- 4
- modules
- 11
- countries
- 3
- beneficiaries
- 75
Component 1 — Digital skills
The DigComp framework
The European Digital Competence Framework covers 5 areas and 21 competencies adapted to rural contexts.
Information & Data Literacy
Finding, evaluating and using digital data in agriculture and business.
Communication & Collaboration
Online tools, digital networks, collaborative platforms.
Digital Content Creation
Producing and sharing multimedia content adapted to local markets.
Safety
Protecting personal data, digital devices and identity.
Problem Solving
Using technology creatively to solve real rural challenges.
Component 2 — Green entrepreneurship
Green Entrepreneurship
Training, mentoring and incubation for sustainable businesses, from the idea to the market.
What participants learn
- Business creation
- Financial literacy
- Mentoring
- Incubation
- Sustainable agriculture
- Eco-tourism
- Digital entrepreneurship
Component 3 — Civic participation
Digital tools for participation
75 young people and women trained in digital activism and campaign creation, to use digital tools for advocacy, dialogue and community development.
- Digital activism and campaign creation
- Stakeholder workshops and digital roundtables
- Digital tools supporting youth participation and policy dialogue
- The REACT EuroAfrica Rural Innovation Forum
Component 4 — Training of Trainers
Training of Trainers
20 youth workers, 5 per partner organisation, trained to pass on their knowledge and ensure long-term impact.
- Trained in pedagogy and facilitation
- Able to independently deliver the DigComp & Entrepreneurship curriculum
- Integrated into the REACT European network
- Supported by a REACT-developed trainer's guide
- 1Connecting
- 2Learning
- 3Sharing
- 4Innovating
- 5Transforming
Training catalogue
Learn, create, connect.
An indicative catalogue of 11 training modules — DigComp digital skills, green entrepreneurship and Training of Trainers. The final programme is designed in WP3 (months 7–12), based on the needs identified by the territorial diagnosis.
- 11
- modules
- 206
- hours of training
- 3
- countries
Digital Skills
5 modules · Free · All regions
- MOD-01Beginner
Introduction to Digital Environments
Foundations of digital environments: devices, internet, user interfaces, basic security. Adapted for beginners with no prior IT background.
- 4w
- 20h
- In-person
You will be able to
- Navigate digital interfaces confidently
- Understand internet fundamentals
- Protect basic personal data
- Use basic productivity tools
- MOD-02Beginner
Online Information Search
Finding, evaluating and organising online information. Cross-referencing, source reliability, research tools for agriculture and local markets.
- 4w
- 20h
- In-person
You will be able to
- Cross-reference online sources
- Identify reliable information
- Use search tools for agriculture
- Organise digital information
- MOD-03Intermediate
Digital Communication & Collaboration
Email, messaging platforms, video conferencing, shared document tools. Remote teamwork and professional digital communication.
- 4w
- 20h
- In-person
You will be able to
- Use email and messaging tools
- Collaborate on shared documents
- Organise a video conference
- Communicate professionally online
- MOD-04Beginner
Creating Digital Content
Producing text, images and simple videos for social media, local markets and business communication. Accessible tools for mobile users.
- 2w
- 10h
- In-person
You will be able to
- Create visual content for social media
- Produce a short promotional video
- Use basic design tools
- Understand copyright and creative commons
- MOD-05Intermediate
Digital Security & Privacy
Passwords, two-factor authentication, scams, personal data protection, privacy settings. Practical applications in African and European rural contexts.
- 2w
- 10h
- Mixed
You will be able to
- Create and manage strong passwords
- Identify phishing and online scams
- Configure privacy settings
- Protect sensitive personal data
Green Entrepreneurship
3 modules · Free · All regions
- MOD-06Intermediate
My Green Business Idea
From idea to viable concept: value proposition, target customers, local market research. Eco-responsible innovation in rural contexts.
- 4w
- 24h
- Mixed
You will be able to
- Define a clear value proposition
- Identify your local target market
- Analyse local competition
- Pitch your idea in 2 minutes
- MOD-07Intermediate
Building a Business Plan
Financial projections, cost structure, revenue model, break-even analysis. Adapted to SMEs and microenterprises in Spain, Senegal and Kenya.
- 4w
- 24h
- Mixed
You will be able to
- Build a basic income statement
- Calculate a break-even point
- Model revenue scenarios
- Present a business plan to investors
- MOD-08All levels
Green Finance & Funding
Funding sources for green rural projects: microfinance, grants, Erasmus+ funds, green bonds, crowdfunding. Preparing funding applications.
- 2w
- 12h
- In-person
You will be able to
- Identify financing sources adapted to your context
- Prepare a funding application file
- Understand microfinance mechanisms
- Present a project to a local investor
Training of Trainers (ToT)
3 modules · Free · All regions
- TOT-01Experience required
Participatory Pedagogy & Adult Learning
Adult learning theory, active pedagogy, participatory facilitation, inclusive group management. Adapting REACT content to rural beneficiaries.
- 2w
- 30h
- Residential
You will be able to
- Apply active pedagogical methods
- Facilitate a participatory workshop
- Adapt content to beneficiary level
- Manage a diverse group
- TOT-02Experience required
Delivering the REACT Curriculum
Lesson-by-lesson curriculum: session plans, tools, assessments, handling common difficulties. Practice sessions with feedback.
- 2w
- 20h
- Mixed
You will be able to
- Deliver a complete DigComp module
- Manage practical exercises
- Assess learner progress
- Adapt sessions to local context
- TOT-03Experience required
Monitoring, Evaluation & Local Continuity
Impact indicators, field data collection, progress reports, programme handover. Building local training capacity for long-term autonomy.
- 2w
- 16h
- Distance + in-person
You will be able to
- Collect and analyse field data
- Write an impact report
- Coordinate a local training group
- Ensure programme continuity independently