Project duration: 17. 4. 2018–6. 4. 2021

Aim and objectives

Through the ASIS project, co-financed by the Interreg Alpine Space Programme, and with the support of a strong partnership, we focused on developing strategic guidelines for the implementation of social innovation in the Alpine region. Eleven recognised partners, covering the entire Alpine region, concentrated on Specific Objective 1 – strengthening innovation in the Alpine region. The project’s content focused on the development of a strategy to accelerate social innovation.

The aim of the project was to explore the field of social innovation in the region, provide a clear understanding of the concept, and directly involve as many key stakeholders as possible in its implementation. We proposed concrete recommendations to inform the development of future local, regional, and national policies to promote social innovation in a sustainable way.

In addition to the project partners, 16 influential observers were involved in the project, including relevant ministries, municipalities, regional development institutions, representatives of cities, and other support organisations.

Project Partners

France: University of Lyon 2, Oxalis, City of Lyon, Isère Department
Austria: Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Amadeus Association
Germany: Steinbeis 2i
Slovenia: RA Kozjansko, Noordung Centre
Italy: City of Turin, Turin Chamber of Commerce

Total project value: 1.798,031,31 EUR
ERDF co-financing: 1.528,326,58 EUR
Own contribution: 269.704,73 EUR

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