Author: info@boomlab.it

The Creative Skills Week 2025 took place in Prague from 22 to 26 September, bringing together dozens of international professionals from the cultural and creative sector for an event dedicated to lifelong learning and the development of new skills. AANT participated in the initiative with a delegation composed of General Director Rossana Quarta and Scientific Director and Head of Internationalization Gianna Angelini. Our representatives actively took part in workshops and training sessions throughout the week, bringing the Academy’s voice to this important international context.

The event, organized by ELIA (European League of Institutes of the Arts) together with Creative Prague, addressed the urgent transitions currently shaping the creative sector – from digital transformation to the green shift, as well as the challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence and global socio-economic changes. These themes gathered educators, policymakers, artists, and sector leaders from across Europe, with the aim of sharing knowledge and promoting new approaches to lifelong learning, reskilling, and upskilling. The motto of the 2025 edition, “Create. Transform. Regenerate.”, reflects the shared commitment to building more adaptive, inclusive, and sustainable creative ecosystems in response to ongoing changes.

During the Creative Skills Week, the AANT delegation had the opportunity to directly explore new methodological approaches. In particular, on 23 and 24 September the CYANOTYPES Training was held, a hands-on program designed for educators, strategists, and cultural professionals, in which both Rossana Quarta and Gianna Angelini actively participated. The CYANOTYPES project represents an innovative European framework aimed at developing transversal creative skills and supporting more resilient, future-oriented educational programs. Thanks to this training, our representatives were able to explore cutting-edge teaching tools and acquire new ideas to be transferred into the Academy’s educational pathways.

The Prague week also proved to be an important opportunity for networking and the exchange of best practices. AANT’s representatives engaged with dozens of international experts, sharing the Academy’s experience in discussions and contributing to interactive sessions. These moments of dialogue fostered new contacts with colleagues from other countries and provided valuable insights to be brought back to the Academy, further enriching the knowledge base and innovative perspectives of our institution.

AANT took part in the 2025 Annual EAIE Conference, held from 9 to 12 September in Gothenburg, Sweden. Gianna Angelini, AANT’s Head of Internationalization and Scientific Director, represented the Academy at what is recognized as one of the premier international events in Europe in the field of higher education. The event welcomed over 7,000 professionals from more than 100 countries, providing a unique opportunity to strengthen global contacts, exchange ideas, and initiate new academic collaboration agreements.

During the conference, Gianna Angelini reconnected with many of AANT’s current international partners to plan activities for the new academic year. She also engaged in strategic meetings with representatives of other academic institutions and educational organizations, laying the groundwork for future developments in student mobility, joint research projects, and internship opportunities. These targeted meetings pave the way for new exchange agreements and joint projects, further expanding AANT’s global network of contacts.

Now in its 35th edition, the conference featured hundreds of sessions, workshops, presentations, and networking activities, giving participants a comprehensive overview of current trends and best practices in international education. The overarching theme “GO-create” challenged attendees to reflect on practices of collaboration, cooperation, and co-creation. Gothenburg’s renowned commitment to sustainability, inclusion, and innovation made it an ideal setting for mapping out the future of internationalization in higher education. Discussions throughout the event ranged from innovative approaches to building effective partnerships to strategies for enriching students’ learning experiences through global cooperation.

“Participating in EAIE 2025 was a significant opportunity for growth and exchange,” said Gianna Angelini at the conclusion of the event. “Reconnecting with our international partners and meeting new colleagues allowed us to solidify relationships and envision innovative projects to undertake together. We return to Rome with fresh ideas and concrete contacts, ready to develop collaborations that will further strengthen AANT’s international presence.”

The international outlook has always been a cornerstone for AANT, and attending EAIE 2025 reaffirms the Academy’s commitment to positioning itself in a global educational arena. The insights gained in Gothenburg and the connections established will help enrich the academic experience of both students and faculty, while also fueling AANT’s growth in line with its educational mission. Events like EAIE serve as strategic platforms for the Academy to reinforce partnerships and demonstrate AANT’s dedication to international academic cooperation.