On 23–24 June 2026, the LINK UP partnership gathered in Brussels, Belgium, for the second Transnational Project Meeting (TPM2). The two-day meeting provided an important opportunity to review the progress achieved so far, coordinate the next stages of implementation and strengthen cooperation among the project partners.
During the meeting, partners reviewed the overall progress of LINK UP – Digital Empowerment and Community Engagement for Third-Country National Women and discussed the activities and deliverables planned for the coming months.
An important milestone was the finalisation of the Public Service Awareness Modules, which will support third-country national women in developing practical knowledge and skills for accessing essential public and digital services.
The partnership also planned the next steps for the development of the Digital Resource Navigator, an interactive tool designed to help participants identify and access relevant local services and community resources. Partners further discussed the development of the Audio-Visual Cultural Engagement Guide, which will promote cultural exchange and support inclusive participation through accessible digital content.
Another key focus of TPM2 was the preparation of upcoming training activities and practical workshops. Partners coordinated the implementation process and discussed how the project’s educational resources will be used to provide meaningful and practical learning experiences for third-country national women across the participating countries.
The meeting also covered dissemination and communication activities, reporting procedures, financial responsibilities and project timelines. Particular attention was given to sustainability and the long-term use of LINK UP resources to ensure that the project continues to create value beyond its implementation period.
TPM2 provided an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, address upcoming tasks and reinforce cooperation within the partnership. With the next steps clearly defined, the partners are ready to continue working together towards the common objectives of LINK UP.
A special thank you goes to Future Development Initiative for hosting the partnership in Brussels and for the warm hospitality throughout the meeting.
Together, we continue to support the digital empowerment, social inclusion and active participation of third-country national women across Europe.