NRRP-TNE International Mobility Programme – “Green&Pink for Sustainable Education – GPS Education”.
Project Code: TNE23-00012
CUP: D91I23001030006
Overall budget: € 2.019.234,20
Lead partner: Università di Foggia
Project duration: 01/10/2024 – 31/03/2026 (18 months)
The Ministry of University and Research, within the call dedicated to “Transnational Education (TNE) Initiatives in the field of education,” has funded, with PNRR resources, the project “Green&Pink for Sustainable Education – GPS Education.”
The Lead Partner is the University of Foggia, which coordinates 9 Italian universities and 41 foreign universities located in Argentina, Brazil, Cambodia, China, Georgia, Morocco, Kenya, Palestine, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Among the Italian universities involved, in addition to the Politecnico di Milano, are the Universities of Messina, Basilicata, Calabria, Sannio, Enna Kore, Modena and Reggio Emilia, Verona, and also the University of Tuscia.
The Green&Pink for Sustainable Education project aims to enhance the international dimension and cooperation between Italian and international universities, with the main objective of promoting continuing education and training activities focused on the concept of sustainability, explored through different perspectives, approaches, and research lines.
The project addresses the cross-cutting principles set out by the PNRR and the Gender Equality Plan, and specifically develops themes related to climate contribution and the digital objective (GREEN), the principle of gender equality (PINK), and the requirement to empower young people by overcoming territorial disparities.
Scientific coordinator for UNITUS: Prof. Alessandro Fusi.
Project website: https://gpsedu.org/
Project Objective
The main objective of the GPS project is to promote various education and lifelong learning actions focused on the concept of sustainability, explored through different perspectives, approaches, and research lines. The project addresses the cross-cutting principles set out by the NRRP and the Gender Equality Plan, such as the contribution to climate sustainability and digital innovation (GREEN) and the principle of gender equality (PINK), as well as the requirement to empower young people and overcome territorial disparities.
The project is developed through four substantial dimensions (targets):
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Ecological transition, land degradation–regeneration, nature-based solutions, and wastewater reuse and recycling;
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Economic–social and financial tools to reduce land degradation and revitalise marginal rural areas;
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Medicine and social innovation, with a strong emphasis on gender equality and green digital tools;
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Gender and sustainability, technological innovation, and innovative teaching.
The project foresees the mobility of approximately 185 incoming/outgoing students and 150 lectures; the creation of two Postgraduate Specialisation Master’s degrees, a Cross-Cutting Advanced Course, and an Advanced Course on “Medic Emerg” skills. The consolidation of a Double Degree is also planned.
The expected results can be described in terms of innovation, internationalisation, cooperation, and promotion of academic programmes:
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Innovation: the transnational educational initiatives will address different models, concepts, and sectors (economics, humanities, medicine, agroecosystems, ecology) related to sustainability.
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Internationalisation: involvement of various Italian regions, different countries and contexts with heterogeneous levels of socio-economic development. All universities participate collectively, as each partner institution has gathered the interests of different departments.
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Cooperation and promotion of academic programmes: promotion of training programmes and new educational methodologies through networking among partner countries, as well as cross-cutting training aimed at combating violence against women.
In this video presentation, Prof. Alessandro Fusi, Scientific Coordinator of the TNE GPS Project for the University of Tuscia, provides an overview of the project, its objectives and its relevance for international collaboration and skills development, highlighting the role of UNITUS in the initiative.
GPS Education: Building Academic Bridges Between Italy and Vietnam Through Education, Sustainability and Intercultural Dialogue
From left to right Prof Nguyen Linh Chi; Prof Chu Quang Binh; Prof Toni Urbani.
As part of the GPS Education project, the University of Tuscia welcomed two lecturers from Hanoi University (Vietnam), Prof. Nguyen Linh Chi and Dr Chu Quang Binh, from 21 May to 4 June 2026 for an academic mobility experience focused on sustainability, responsible tourism, intercultural education and innovative teaching practices.
Through seminars, teaching activities, student engagement and cultural exchange initiatives, the mobility fostered the sharing of knowledge and best practices between Italy and Vietnam, further strengthening the international academic cooperation promoted by the GPS Education project.
This experience reflects the University of Tuscia’s commitment to internationalisation and to building meaningful academic partnerships that generate educational, cultural and social value while addressing contemporary global challenges.
The press release below highlights the main activities and outcomes of the mobility experience undertaken by the two Hanoi University lecturers at the University of Tuscia.
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7th International Staff Week – June 2026
As part of the PNRR-funded TNE project “Green & Pink for Sustainable Education” (GPS Education), the University of Tuscia welcomed a delegation from Hanoi University for the 7th International Staff Week (4–14 June 2026).
Lecturers Ms. Quy Hoang and Ms. Mai Chi Tran took part in an intensive programme centred on artificial intelligence, inclusion and sustainability in higher education, featuring thematic sessions, roundtables on double degree agreements, and institutional and cultural visits.
The initiative strengthened the dialogue between both institutions around the core values of the GPS Education project: environmental sustainability and gender equality as twin pillars of international academic cooperation.
📄 Download the full press release
June 10th, 2026
The Press Release and the presentation on UNITUS projects within the Transnational Education Initiatives (TNE) are available below. They were presented during the event held on 9 June 2026 at the Auditorium della Tuscia, as part of the 7th UNITUS International Staff Week, dedicated to Artificial Intelligence and the internationalisation of teaching and learning.
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June 9th, 2026
Within the framework of the TNE IMPACT project, on June 9th 2026, during the morning session of the 7th International Staff Week at the University of Tuscia, Giorgio Scavino will deliver the presentation:
“The UNITUS TNE Experience in Transnational Education, Mediterranean Cooperation and Smart Digital Tools”.
The presentation will showcase the experience developed through the GREENGAGE APP activities and the “Scenari Italiani” APP, developed by UNISTRAPG using artificial intelligence for Italian language learning.
The event, focused on “Artificial Intelligence, Inclusion and Sustainability in Higher Education”, brings together international academic and administrative staff to exchange ideas on innovation, cooperation, and international mobility.
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May 27th, 2026
As part of the GPS Education project, a “Focus Dialogue” was held on 27 May 2026 at Laboratory D of the University of Tuscia, focusing on sustainable and slow tourism, with particular attention to community engagement in Italy (Tuscia) and Vietnam.
The session was delivered by Dr. Tony Urbani, Assistant Professor (RtdA) of Social Geography (GEOG-01/A), Department of Human, Social and Educational Sciences.
The initiative is part of the activities funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research within the framework of the NextGenerationEU programme.
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May 26, 2026
As part of the TNE GPS EDUCATION project at the Università degli Studi della Tuscia, a new session of the DIKE Guest Lectures will be held, especially dedicated to incoming faculty members from Hanoi University currently undertaking academic mobility activities at UNITUS.
The lecture, entitled “Vietnam in Transition: History, Culture, and Contemporary Change”, will provide insights into the historical, cultural, and social development of contemporary Vietnam and will be delivered by Prof. Chu Quang Binh, Lecturer and Head of the English Literature Division, English Department, Hanoi University.
The event will take place on 26 May 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Laboratorio D, Via Santa Maria in Gradi 4, Viterbo.
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March 31st, 2026
Call for Incoming Professors Mobility Now Open – GPS Education Project
Within the framework of the PNRR-TNE Green & Pink for Sustainable Education (GPS Education) project, the call for mobility of professors from partner foreign universities has been officially published.
The call offers 6 mobility grants to support teaching, research, networking, and academic collaboration activities at the University of Tuscia.
Application deadline: April 15, 2026 (12:00 CET)
Mobility period: to be completed by May 15, 2026
Maximum grant: up to €4,395 (depending on destination)
Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis, according to the order of submission, until all available funds are allocated.
Full details and the application link are available in the document below:
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Annex-GPS Invitation Letter – (INCOMING MOBILITY) Editabile
Annex-GPS_Mobility Agreement (INCOMING) – Editabile
Within the framework of the TNE GPS Education – “Exchange of Experiences and Practices for Sustainable Agriculture” project, funded by the Ministero dell’Università e della Ricerca, the Università degli Studi della Tuscia hosted an international meeting focused on sustainable management of invasive species and biological control.
The scientific exchange with a delegation from Prince of Songkla University provided new perspectives on plant health challenges in agro-forestry systems, strengthening academic cooperation and the sharing of best practices for more resilient agriculture.
February 9th, 2026
In February 2026, the Università degli Studi della Tuscia hosts a group of international visiting professors within the TNE projects “Moving Italianness” and “GPS Education”, funded under the Italian PNRR – Next Generation EU framework.
The initiative includes a special podcast session dedicated to sustainability, agroecology, applied entomology, governance, sustainable tourism, and rural development, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and international academic cooperation.
January 26th, 2026
UNITUS hosts a transnational dialogue on sustainability and social inclusion on January 23, 2026 (11:00 am–1:00 pm), bringing together academic experiences from Italy, Vietnam, and Argentina.
An opportunity to explore innovative approaches in higher education and international cooperation within the TNE GPS Education framework.
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December 23rd, 2025
Faculty Notice – TNE GPS Mobility
The Approval of Acts and final ranking for calls DP 438_2025 and DP 439_2025 have been published. These concern faculty eligible for outgoing and incoming international mobility under the TNE GPS – Green & Pink for Sustainable Education project.
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Outgoing: UNITUS faculty to partner institutions abroad
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Incoming: foreign faculty at UNITUS
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November 27th, 2025
As part of the GPS Education project, Mr Prakash Sharma from Tribhuvan University (Nepal) shares a welcome message for the International Staff Training Week hosted by the University of Tuscia on November 27th, 2025.
The initiative promotes international academic cooperation, intercultural dialogue, and capacity building among higher education institutions and stakeholders.
14 November 2025
CALL FOR FACULTY MOBILITY
Outgoing Faculty to Foreign Institutions
A selection process is open for Professors of the University of Tuscia who are interested in carrying out research, teaching, and collaboration activities at partner universities within the framework of the PNRR–TNE project Green & Pink for Sustainable Education (GPS Education).
The call, issued through Provision No. 438 of 13/11/2025, provides for the awarding of five (5) financial grants, which may be increased depending on remaining funds, to cover international mobility expenses.
The mobility activities must be completed by 28 February 2026 and may only be carried out at the universities listed in Appendix A of the call.
Application deadline: 12:00 (noon) on 28/11/2025.
Annex: CALL – Faculty Mobility for Outgoing Staff to Foreign Institutions
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14 November 2025
A selection is open for professors and researchers affiliated with foreign partner universities who are interested in carrying out teaching, research, and collaboration activities at the University of Tuscia, within the framework of the PNRR–TNE project Green & Pink for Sustainable Education (GPS Education).
The call provides for the awarding of six (6) mobility grants, intended for faculty coming from the international institutions listed in Appendix A.
The mobility activities must be completed by 28 February 2026.
Application deadline: 12:00 (noon) on 28/11/2025
Annex: CALL – Faculty Mobility – Incoming Mobility
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Annex – GPS_Teacher Mobility Agreement_(INCOMING)_Editable
GPS Information Documents
01 – Information Framework on Student Mobility Procedures
02 – Information document and FAQ on international mobility
03 – Press Release – International Staff Week – UNITUS 2025
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