On April 24, 2025, the POLIDIH Digital Innovation Hub of the Polissia National University (PNU) hosted a regional dialogue event. Organized by ULEAD with Europe in Zhytomyr Oblast, the event aimed to inform community leaders about local opportunities for engaging in European Union programmes and to foster stronger collaboration between academic institutions and regional stakeholders.
The gathering brought together representatives from communities across the Zhytomyr region to explore practical pathways for cooperation through Horizon Europe and the Digital Europe programme. The event also spotlighted the university’s growing role in implementing EU-funded research and innovation activities.
As part of the programme, Olga Nikolyuk, Head of the Educational and Research Center for Digital Technologies and Natural Resources Systems Modelling at Polissya National University presented the ACT4CAP27 project, outlining the PNU team’s contribution to shaping future Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform and evidence-based policymaking at both national and EU levels.
Experts from the university also showcased practical tools and success stories, including the use of GIS technologies and funding strategies for local innovation. Interactive Q&A sessions and open discussions created space for knowledge exchange and offered community leaders insights into future collaboration opportunities.
This event marked a significant step forward in building regional capacities and promoting greater involvement of local actors in EU research and innovation initiatives.
Source: PNU
