Vilnius College of Design (VCD) is a higher education institution in Lithuania specialising in design, digital creativity, and user‑centred innovation. We operate at the intersection of creative industries, technology, and applied education, preparing future‑ready professionals in UX/UI, media design, virtual environments, digital communication, and emerging technology‑driven disciplines. VDK is rapidly expanding its role in European digital initiatives and actively developing new tech‑focused programmes, including AI, human‑robot interaction fundamentals, robotics, and data‑driven digital innovation. These developments strengthen our commitment to equipping learners with advanced digital competencies aligned with Europe’s future skills needs. We are particularly interested in partnerships under the Digital Europe Programme in areas such as: Advanced digital skills, Micro‑credentials, AI‑driven creative workflows, Robotics, Digital education innovation and learning technologies. Our key strengths include: Human‑centred design and digital learning experience design, Research and Innovation (R&D) capacity, combining design‑driven inquiry with technical experimentation; Curriculum development and modular micro‑credentialing, Creative sector engagement and student‑centred innovation ecosystems, Effective communication, visual design, and dissemination activities, Growing expertise in AI, applied robotics, machine learning, and cybersecurity VCD is open to joining consortia as a content creator, educational partner, design and communication lead, or contributor to training development, capacity‑building, learner engagement, and innovation‑driven digital skills initiatives. We are eager to collaborate on projects that bridge creativity with advanced technologies and empower Europe’s next generation of digital innovators. Contact us: projects@vcd.lt, simona@vcd.lt