By Dr. Balzhan Orazbayeva, UIIN

As the director of the REVALORISE+ initiative, I am honoured to reflect on the remarkable successes achieved over the past three years. This collaborative initiative, led by UIIN, has been dedicated to providing crucial valorisation support for Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) researchers across Europe. As we near the end of this enriching journey, it is essential to acknowledge the transformative impact our training programs and interventions that we have delivered for the players of the European higher education sector.

One of our key accomplishments has been the series of comprehensive training programs that were meticulously designed to address the unique challenges SSH researchers as well as the professional staff supporting them face. By partnering with leading experts and professionals in the field, we have empowered numerous researchers with invaluable skills and knowledge, enabling them to effectively translate their research into real-world applications. Through our workshops, webinars, and online resources, we have fostered a supportive environment that encourages multidisciplinary collaboration and innovation among scholars.

The success of our training programs has been further amplified by the numerous events we organized to facilitate networking and knowledge exchange among SSH researchers and professional staff members. Our forum hosted by our partners in Vienna, University of Vienna, served as the vibrant platform for valorisation enthusiast and professionals to engage in thought-provoking discussions, and establish valuable connections with peers.

Collaboration has been the driving force behind our achievements, and we are immensely grateful for the efforts and commitment of all our partners. Their invaluable contributions have played a significant role in the project’s success, and their dedication to the mission of empowering SSH researchers has been truly inspiring. The collective expertise, resources, and diverse perspectives brought by our partners have laid a strong foundation for the project’s growth and long-lasting impact.

As we look towards the future, it is with great hope and enthusiasm that we envision the continuation of such collaboration in the field of valorisation support for SSH researchers and professional staff. The success stories and positive feedback we have received from participants serve as testimonials to the relevance and necessity of this initiative. By building on the foundation we have established during the REVALORISE+ project, we can foster even stronger bonds among European higher education institutions, ensuring the continued empowerment and the transformative impact of SSH research.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our partners for their commitment, and we eagerly look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration in the future, as it holds the potential to catalyze even greater advancements in SSH research and drive meaningful change in society.

Dr. Balzhan Orazbayeva