NEWS
Newsletter #5
30/08/2026
Newsletter #4
30/03/2026
Newsletter #3
22/12/2025
9th TPM in Athens, Greece
17 – 18/12/2025
On the 17th and 18th of December 2025, the 9th transnational meeting of the European FLAVEAT project was held in Athens (Greece).
The meeting brought together project partners to review the overall progress of FLAVEAT and to align on the next steps. Discussions focused on project coordination, quality assurance activities, and communication and dissemination actions.
A major highlight of the meeting was the continued development of the four MOOCs for food science professionals. Partners agreed on key milestones for content creation, translations, accreditation, and pilot implementation in partner countries.
This meeting in Athens further strengthened collaboration within the consortium and reinforced the shared commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative training opportunities adapted to the needs of Jordanian and Palestinian institutions.
ISO Certification Workshop
10/09/2025
On the 10th of September 2025, the Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) hosted a workshop for over twenty cafeteria staff on ISO certification.
The session covered the importance of ISO standards, their benefits, key categories, and the certification process, from preparation and documentation to audits and continuous improvement. Participants gained practical knowledge to strengthen quality and operational excellence.
Newsletter #2
11/07/2025
Publication: Advancing Food Law in Vocational Training in Palestine and Jordan
03/07/2025
A recent publication by project partner AINIA Tecnología highlights the FLAVEAT project, an innovative EU initiative aimed at strengthening vocational education in food law across Palestine and Jordan.
The article showcases key project actions, including the development of tailored MOOCs and the establishment of national debate groups, which are designed to align local training needs with European food legislation. These efforts contribute to improving food safety, supporting public health, and fostering cross-border collaboration.
The publication is a valuable read for anyone interested in food law, education reform, and international cooperation in the agri-food sector.
Read the full article here: https://www.ainia.com/ainia-news/flaveat-derecho-alimentario-formacion-palestina-jordania/
Newsletter #1
10/04/2025
Capacity Building Training in Teramo (Italy)
11/02/2025–13/02/2025
From the 11th to the 13th of February 2025, the second capacity building training of the European FLAVEAT project took place in Teramo (Italy), hosted by the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Abruzzo e del Molise “G. Caporale”.
This training brought together participants from Jordan and Palestine for an intensive programme focused on the European regulatory framework for feed and food, as well as the management of accredited laboratories.
The sessions offered valuable opportunities for hands-on learning and exchange of experiences, contributing to a deeper understanding of EU food safety standards and laboratory practices. Participants left better prepared to act as trainers and key agents of knowledge transfer in their home countries.
Capacity Building Training in Valencia (Spain)
29/01/2025 – 31/01/2025
From the 29th to the 31st of January 2025, the first capacity building training of the European FLAVEAT project was held in Valencia (Spain), hosted by project partner AINIA Tecnología.
The training was designed to enhance the technical expertise of professionals from official agri-food control laboratories in Palestine and Jordan. Through a series of in-depth sessions, participants strengthened their skills and prepared to serve as trainers of trainers in their respective countries.
This initiative plays a key role in promoting sustainable food safety systems, ensuring that knowledge is transferred effectively and contributes to long-term impact across the region.
5th TPM in Valencia, Spain
28/01/2025
On the 28th of January 2025, the 5th transnational meeting of the European FLAVEAT project was held in Valencia (Spain).
The agenda focused on reviewing the project’s overall objectives, deliverables, and the global work plan. A key point of discussion was the development of the macrostructure of the four MOOCs, specifically tailored for professionals in the food science sector.
This meeting marked an important step forward in the collaboration among partners, reinforcing the shared commitment to innovating vocational education and training within the food industry.
Focus groups in Jordan
07/11/2024 & 24/11/2024
In November 2024, two national focus groups were conducted in Jordan under the FLAVEAT project. Hosted by Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU) and Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST), the events gathered academics, government authorities, and representatives from the private food sector to assess current challenges and training needs in food law and safety.
Participants emphasized the need for professionals with competencies in AI-driven food processing, sustainable production, and food waste reduction. The discussions also underlined the importance of practical exposure—such as factory visits and hands-on training—as well as the growing demand for short-term certification courses to enhance regulatory compliance.
These insights will directly inform the structure and content of the MOOCs being developed, ensuring they are tailored to industry expectations and contribute to bridging the gap between academic training and real-world food safety challenges in Jordan.
Call for External Quality Evaluator
28/10/2024
In line with the project’s proposal, the consortium of the approved project “Food Law At Vocational Education and Training”, ref.no.: 101128781-ERASMUS-EDU-2023-CB-VET (in short “FLAVEAT”), within the framework of the Erasmus Plus Programme, Capacity Building in the field of Vocational education and training (VET), will appoint an External Quality Evaluator — hereinafter referred to as “EQE”, in order to ensure an objective observation and evaluation of the project progress, quality of deliverables and activities, and impact on the target groups against the project’s objectives and planning.
Focus group in Palestine
24/10/2024
On the 24th of October 2024, a national focus group was held in Palestine as part of the FLAVEAT project. Hosted by Palestine Technical University – Kadoorie (PTUK) and Nablus University for Vocational and Technical Education (NU-VTE), the session brought together representatives from universities, standardization institutions, research centers, and the food industry to contribute to the development of the upcoming MOOCs.
Discussions centered around aligning local food legislation education with EU standards. Key findings highlighted the existence of over 600 national food specifications—many aligned with EU regulations—and the vital role of the Palestinian Standards Institution (PSI) in shaping food safety policies. The focus group also identified critical challenges such as gaps in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and laboratory accreditation, reinforcing the need for targeted capacity-building efforts.
This meeting laid a strong foundation for the co-creation of relevant and high-impact vocational training materials that address local needs while promoting international standards.
1st TPM in Porto, Portugal
19/09/2024 – 20/09/2024
On the 19th and 20th of September 2024, the partners of the European FLAVEAT project met in Porto (Portugal) for their 1st transnational meeting.
The two-day gathering focused on project management updates and the advancement of key deliverables. Special attention was given to the progress of Work Package 2, which includes desk research on EU best practices in food legislation and the preparation of focus groups with stakeholders in Palestine and Jordan for the co-creation of MOOC content.
This meeting was crucial for aligning the next steps of the project and ensuring the timely implementation of planned activities.
Leaflet
21/03/2024