Team & Partners

Meet the experts and organisations behind DIRECT, united to build responsible digital skills across Europe.

Project Partners

Organisations Driving Responsible Digital Change

Discover the universities, research hubs and businesses behind DIRECT, joining forces to embed ethics in Europe’s future.

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Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)

Bern-University-of-Applied-Sciences-Berner-Fachhochschule

Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH)

University-of-Twente

University of Twente (UT)

Delta Schools Northern Greece S.A

IEK Delta 360 (DELTA)

Politeknika Ikastegia Txorierri

Politeknika Ikastegia Txorierri (PIT)

IDEC S.A.

Business Consultants for High-Technology Applications & Education (IDEC)

Association of Employers in Craft and Small Business of Slovenia ZDOPS

Association of Employers in Craft and Small Businesses of Slovenia (ZDOPS)

Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry RCCI

Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI)

OUR TEAM

Meet Our Experts

Our multidisciplinary team of educators, researchers and industry leaders drives DIRECT’s mission—combining expertise in AI, ethics, pedagogy and digital transformation to build a more responsible digital future.

Ayri Memishev

Ayri Memishev

Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI)
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Sergeja Planko

Association of Employers in Craft and Small Businesses of Slovenia (ZDOPS)
Konstantinos Kiousis

Konstantinos Kiousis

IEK Delta 360 (DELTA)
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Konstantinos Georgiou

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
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LATEST NEWS

Digital Insights & Updates

Catch up on the newest stories from the DIRECT blog—brief explainers, project milestones, ethical-tech reflections and hands-on resources that help you weave digital responsibility into everyday practice.

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Ethical Tech Perspectives
DIRECT Milestones
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AUTH Approach to Digital Responsible Students

Maria Ganopoulou (AUTH)

In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, University students are expected to experience all aspects of their academic life with a strong sense of digital responsibility. This includes ethical behavior online, academic integrity, data protection awareness, and responsible use of digital tools. At Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), these responsibilities are actively promoted through…

DIgital Responsibility

Introducing the DIRECT Project: Empowering DIgital Responsibility Through EduCation and Training

Lora Dimitrova (RCCI)

In an increasingly digital world, the ethical use of technology is no longer just a theoretical concern—it’s a daily reality. From artificial intelligence to social media platforms, digital technologies are shaping the way we live, work, and connect. With this transformation comes a pressing responsibility to ensure these tools are used ethically and inclusively. This…

DIRECT Project Launches with Successful Kick-Off Meeting in Thessaloniki

DIRECT Project Launches with Successful Kick-Off Meeting in Thessaloniki

Irena Ivanova (RCCI)

The DIRECT – Digital Responsibility Education and Training project officially launched with a productive kick-off meeting held on 19–20 May 2025 in Thessaloniki, Greece. This first transnational gathering marked the beginning of a collaborative journey to promote ethical, inclusive, and responsible digital education across Europe. The meeting was hosted by the project coordinator, Aristotle University…

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