ERASMUS Plus BREEDTECH Project – Enhancing Food Security
An Erasmus+ funded project that leverages modern technologies to improve agricultural practices, boost productivity, and ensure food security in rural communities. It promotes innovation, sustainability, and knowledge exchange, contributing to key SDGs: Zero Hunger, Innovation & Infrastructure, Responsible Consumption, Climate Action, and Life on Land.
NEURODEV Project – Inclusive Education & Research
An Erasmus+ initiative strengthening education and research in neurodevelopmental disorders. It equips universities with modern curricula, promotes inclusive teaching, builds research capacity, and fosters international collaboration. Contributing to SDGs 3, 4, 10, and 17, the project advances health, education, equality, and partnerships worldwide.
BASE Project – Empowering Higher Education
An Erasmus+ initiative enhancing science education in Palestine and Jordan through the Bologna Process. It develops curricula aligned with international standards, strengthens institutional capacity, and fosters regional and global collaboration. Contributing to SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10, and 17, the project promotes quality education, employability, innovation, equity, and partnerships.
PhDGov Project – Reforming Doctoral Education
An Erasmus+ project led by AAUP with Palestinian and European partners to strengthen PhD programs through clear governance frameworks, modern curricula, supervision standards, and quality systems. It promotes university–industry collaboration, interdisciplinary research, and national policy reform, contributing to SDGs 4, 9, and 17.
SPEED Project – Supporting Project Engagement for Education and Development
An Erasmus+ CBHE initiative led by the University of Sfax – boosts innovation, entrepreneurship, and employability in the MENA region by linking higher education with the labor market. It strengthens university capacities, promotes academia–industry collaboration, and equips graduates with practical skills, supporting SDGs 4, 8, 9, and 17.
EPISODE Project – Digital Social Entrepreneurship from Palestine to the World
An Erasmus+ initiative enhancing digital and social entrepreneurship in Palestine. Coordinated by UNIMED with partners including Birzeit, An-Najah, BuildPalestine, and ALL DIGITAL, the project equips educators, youth, and startups with future skills, blended learning courses, and open microlearning resources. Aligned with SDGs 4, 8, 9, and 17, EPISODE fosters innovation, employability, and cross-border collaboration for sustainable growth.
TECGREMED Project – Green Engineering Skills for the Mediterranean
An Erasmus+ CBHE project advancing vocational education and training (VET) in green engineering across Jordan, Palestine, and Morocco. TECGREMED empowers local and refugee youth with innovative, inclusive, and sustainable skills aligned with labor market needs.
Through expert-led programs and workshops, the project drives environmental, social, and economic development, contributing to SDGs 4, 7, 8, 9, and 13 by promoting employability, green innovation, and climate action.
Boosting Innovation in Education and Research of Precision Agriculture in Palestine
An Erasmus+ CBHE project enhancing education and research in precision agriculture to improve food production efficiency and sustainability in Palestine. The project modernizes curricula, integrates digital farming technologies, and builds research capacity to address local agricultural challenges.
Contributing to SDGs 2, 4, 9, and 12, it promotes innovation, sustainable agriculture, and capacity building, while strengthening academia–industry partnerships.
TVETCQ Project – Development of TVET Pedagogical Competences and Qualification in Palestinian Universities
An Erasmus+ CBHE project aimed at improving the quality of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Palestine. TVETCQ builds pedagogical capacity, develops modern teacher training programs, and establishes a qualification framework to align TVET education with labor market needs.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 8, and 9, the project promotes quality education, decent work, and industry-relevant skills, strengthening the link between universities, vocational institutes, and employers.
REACH Project – Reinforcing Access to Cross-Border Employment at Palestinian HEIs
An Erasmus+ CBHE initiative creating a unified digital research and library platform for Palestinian universities. PaLib improves access to academic resources, enhances research visibility, and fosters collaboration among higher education institutions.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 9, and 17, the project supports quality education, research infrastructure, and international cooperation in knowledge sharing.
PaLib Project – Palestinian Research and Library Platform
An Erasmus+ CBHE initiative that strengthens innovation, entrepreneurship, and employability in the MENA region by bridging higher education with the labor market. Led by the University of Sfax with European and regional partners, it enhances university capacities, fosters academia–industry collaboration, and equips graduates with practical skills. Contributing to SDGs 4, 8, 9, and 17, SPEED drives quality education, decent work, innovation, and global partnerships.
TAP Palestine – Transforming Assessment Practices in First-Year Education
An Erasmus+ CBHE project improving assessment methods in large-enrollment first-year courses at Palestinian universities. TAP Palestine introduces innovative, scalable, and student-centered assessment strategies to enhance learning outcomes and teaching quality.
Contributing to SDGs 4 and 17, the project supports quality education and fosters collaboration among universities to modernize evaluation practices.
METHODS Project – Modernization of Teaching Methodologies
An Erasmus+ CBHE project bringing EU best practices to modernize teaching methodologies in higher education across Jordan and Palestine. METHODS equips faculty with innovative pedagogical skills, promotes active learning, and integrates digital tools into classrooms.
Contributing to SDGs 4 and 17, the project enhances quality education and fosters international collaboration in teaching innovation.
OpenMed Project – Opening Up Education in the South Mediterranean
An Erasmus+ project adopting a bottom-up approach to expand Open Education practices in South Mediterranean countries. OpenMed supports universities in developing open educational resources (OERs), enhancing digital teaching capacity, and fostering inclusive and accessible education.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 9, and 17, the project promotes lifelong learning, innovation in teaching, and international collaboration.
MED-HEALTH Project – The Mediterranean Public Health Alliance
An Erasmus+ CBHE project building a regional alliance to strengthen public health education and research in Mediterranean countries. MED-HEALTH develops modern curricula, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, and equips professionals with the skills needed to address public health challenges.
Contributing to SDGs 3, 4, and 17, the project supports good health and well-being, quality education, and international cooperation in public health capacity building.
The Memory of History Project
An Erasmus+ initiative promoting intercultural dialogue and historical understanding across Europe and its neighboring regions. The project engages students and educators in exploring shared histories, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging inclusive narratives of the past.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 10, and 16, the project supports quality education, reduced inequalities, and peaceful, inclusive societies through collaborative learning activities.
CliVEx:Climate Virtual Exchange: Enhancing climate awareness in Europe and in the South Mediterranean Area
An Erasmus+ Virtual Exchange (2023–2026) coordinated by UNIMED, fostering intercultural dialogue on climate change between Europe and the Southern Mediterranean. Through online courses on climate justice, it engages 1,500+ students, develops climate project ideas, trains facilitators, and evaluates sustainable digital learning. With partners from over 15 countries, including An-Najah University, CliVEx advances SDGs 4, 10, 13, and 17 by promoting quality education, reduced inequalities, climate action, and global partnerships.
Vision Middle East–Curriculum and Skill Development in Vision Rehabilitation
A TEMPUS project improving education and services for persons with visual impairment in the Middle East. The project develops university curricula and training resources in vision rehabilitation (VR) for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and occupational therapists.Contributing to SDGs 3, 4, and 10, it supports good health, quality education, and inclusion for people with disabilities
RecoNow Project – Knowledge of Recognition Procedures in ENPI South Countries
A TEMPUS project aimed at strengthening the understanding and implementation of academic recognition procedures in ENPI South countries. RecoNow develops guidelines, tools, and capacity-building activities to harmonize recognition practices with European standards.Contributing to SDGs 4 and 17, RecoNow promotes quality education, international cooperation, and equitable access to higher education opportunities.
CODE Project – Career-Oriented Curricula Development for Road Vehicle Maintenance
A TEMPUS project developing career-oriented curricula and a Centre of Competence for road vehicle maintenance in Palestine. CODE strengthens partnerships between universities, ministries, and industry to improve employability and technical skills.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 8, and 9 by advancing education, decent work, and industry innovation.
IP-MED Project – Promoting Intellectual Property Law Studies
A TEMPUS project enhancing intellectual property (IP) education in the Mediterranean region. IP-MED develops modern curricula, training programs, and teaching materials to strengthen IP knowledge among students, academics, and professionals.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 9, and 17, the project supports quality education, innovation, and international cooperation in intellectual property rights.
STEP Project – Strengthening University–Enterprise Linkages in Palestine
A TEMPUS project designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry in Palestine. STEP builds partnerships between universities and enterprises, develops joint initiatives, and aligns curricula with labor market needs to improve graduate employability.
Contributing to SDGs 4, 8, and 17 by promoting quality education, decent work, and strong university–industry collaboration.
CDFE Project – Capacity Development of Faculties of Education
A TEMPUS project enhancing teacher education in Palestine by introducing international approaches and best practices. CDFE strengthens faculties of education through curriculum reform, staff training, and collaboration with European universities.
Contributing to SDGs 4 and 17 by improving quality education and fostering global partnerships in teacher training.
MEDAWEL Project – Integrating a Holistic Approach to Student Services for Increased Student Wellbeing
A TEMPUS project enhancing student wellbeing by developing integrated support services in Mediterranean universities. MEDAWEL builds capacity through training, surveys, and strategic planning, ensuring students are actively involved in shaping services.
Contributing to SDGs 3, 4, and 17 by promoting health, quality education, and strong partnerships.
UNAM Project – Promoting the modernization and strengthening of institutional and financial autonomy in Southern Neighbouring Area higher education institutions
A TEMPUS project advancing institutional and financial autonomy in Southern Neighbouring Area universities, improving governance and transparency.
Supports SDGs 4 and 17.
ME-ENG Project – Sustainable Engineering Partnership
A TEMPUS project introducing modular MSc programs in Maintenance Engineering & Quality Management (Jordan) and Sustainable Production & Quality Engineering (Palestine).
Contributes to SDGs 4, 8, 9, and 12 by aligning higher education with industrial needs and promoting sustainable development.
ALTAIR Project – Strengthening Institutional Capacity in Arab UniversitiesAn A TEMPUS project strengthening policy, governance, management, and quality assurance in 10 Arab universities. ALTAIR builds strategic planning skills, improves self-assessment & QA practices, and fosters a culture of institutional excellence.
Supports SDGs 4 (Quality Education), 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
RUFO Project: Strategic Plan for the Reform of Environmental Studies in Palestinian Higher Education
A TEMPUS project developing a national strategy to modernize environmental studies programs, update curricula, and promote sustainability education in Palestine.
Supports SDGs 4, 13, and 17.
ETRERA 2020 – Empowering Trans-Mediterranean Renewable Energy Research Alliance for Europe 2020
An FP7/Euro-Mediterranean project creating a research & innovation network across EU neighboring countries to advance technologies in renewable energy — solar, wind, grid, and storage.
Supports SDGs 7, 9, and 17.
SASPARM-Support Action for Strengthening Palestinian-administrated Areas capabilities for seismic Risk Mitigation
An FP7 project building capacity in Palestinian-administered areas to assess and mitigate earthquake risks. SASPARM develops seismic risk models, trains professionals, and raises community awareness to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience.
Supports SDGs 11 and 13.
5TOI 4EWAS: Quintuple Helix Approach to Targeted Open Innovation in Energy, Water, Agriculture in the South Mediterranean Neighborhood
A Horizon 2020 project using a Quintuple Helix/NEXUS model to build innovation ecosystems across the South Mediterranean. 5TOI-4EWAS boosts research capacity, mobility of young innovators, and co-ownership in launching solutions for energy, water, and agriculture challenges.
Supports SDGs 6, 7, 9, 13, and 17.
Med-EcoSuRe -Mediterranean University as Catalyst for Eco-Sustainable Renovation
An ENI CBC MED project turning universities into catalysts for energy-efficient renovation through Living Labs, pilot retrofits, audits, and cross-border cooperation.
Supports SDGs 7, 9, 11, 13, and 17.
GREENLAND – GREEN-skiLls for a sustAiNable Development
An ENI CBC MED project that empowers unskilled and underprivileged young people (especially NEETs) and women by equipping them with marketable skills in the green and circular economy. The project builds partnerships between TVETs, SMEs, and public institutions, offering training, job-shadowing, coaching, and policy innovation.
MoreThanAJob Project – Reinforcing Social and Solidarity Economy
A regional initiative in Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Italy, and Greece that promotes social inclusion and poverty reduction by strengthening cooperation between social and solidarity economy (SSE) actors and public authorities. Through best-practice frameworks and pilot projects, it supports the unemployed, refugees, and uneducated in accessing jobs and education, fostering long-term impact and sustainable opportunities.
MedRiSSE-Replicable Innovations of SSE in the provision of services and creation of decent jobs in the post covid-19 crisis recovery
An ENI CBC MED project promoting Social & Solidarity Economy (SSE) innovations to co-produce municipal services, create decent jobs, and support post-COVID recovery across the Mediterranean.
Supports SDGs 1, 8, 10, and 17.
Palestinian Institute for International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights (IHL&HR)
Launched at An-Najah National University in December 2024 with EU support, the institute advances legal education and research in human rights and international law. It equips students and professionals with the skills to promote justice and empower civil society, contributing to SDGs 1, 4, 10, 16, and 17.
TESI – Technical Educational Support for Higher Education Students Initiative
Launched by An-Najah National University with UNIMED, TESI supports higher education in Gaza by addressing urgent challenges and sustaining learning opportunities amid damaged infrastructure.