Starting in October 2024, seven social innovators have launched their projects. You can read more about the concept of these experimental development projects in the article below.
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN HEALTHCARE: TRAINING PROGRAM FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
In this project a new conflict management training method for healthcare professionals is developed, focusing on the most current topics (e.g., organizational conflicts, teamwork, digitalization, burnout, and work-life balance). The training, based on international and interdisciplinary research, is unique as it incorporates real conflict situations from over 250 healthcare environments. Moreover, it employs unique techniques that address embodied emotions and experiences in conflicts, helping participants process these effectively. In addition to situational exercises, the training includes spatial elements, LEGO-building tasks, and self-validation schema exercises, aiding in recognizing, understanding, and resolving conflicts. This training introduces new perspectives and tools to enhance conflict management skills among healthcare professionals, contributing to more effective teamwork and positively impacting both patient care and the well-being of caregivers.
Contact: Dr. Ágnes Kuna
COGHELP – AN INTERACTIVE DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING TOOL FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
CogHelp is an interactive development and learning tool designed for people with intellectual disabilities to help improve cognitive skills, thereby fostering social integration and independence. The project aims to provide over 50,000 affected individuals in Hungary with accessible, personalized learning opportunities through a modular structure. The tool offers various modules to develop everyday skills, such as visual recognition, money management, and life skills. Playful learning and experience-based feedback ensure continuous motivation, allowing users to progress at their own pace. The project emphasizes market validation, thorough research into user needs, and a sustainable business model. Future plans include launching a pilot program with various institutions and expanding to the international market.
Contact: Balázs Laki
COMPETENCY-BASED KNOWLEDGE UTILIZATION IN THE SME SEGMENT
The “SkillJump” project on competency-based knowledge utilization in the SME sector aims to support companies in adapting to technological advancements and the spread of AI. In response to this complex social challenge, the project is developing a methodology, a competency knowledge map, and a competency market concept that reveals and maps the hidden and existing skills of employers and employees, facilitating effective collaboration. An IT platform will be created within the project framework, providing precise measurements and data on skills. The resulting competency market will connect stakeholders interested in expertise based on professional competencies. This social innovation product will enable job placement and staffing agencies to offer positions based on competency alignment, helping to make work more predictable and efficient in today’s evolving workforce landscape.
Contact: Annamária Tóth
The first part of our series about experimental developers is available HERE.