About us
Europe building cannot happen without education. Education has been regarded as a primary focus in all countries and much effort has gone into providing access to education for all. All European States have set a goal of 100% education through the universalization of school education, and their higher education systems have evolved over a period of time with qualitative and quantitative expansion to provide access to education for all.
With the current changes in youth population and in education policies, there are several challenges that Europe must face to make education systems and youth policies more suitable to the context and needs of the European society. This envisages a felt need for the establishment of research organizations carrying out quality research that can provide evidence-based insights enabling informed policy decisions.
In this context, CERC – Community Educational Research Centre was established in 2022 to support and to work within the European education system, in a more formal way with schools, universities and public bodies and in a non-formal way with associations, sports clubs and other groups. CERC is engaged in many activities and projects in the social domain, and in the domain of youth policies keeping education as a focal point.
CERC is actively engaged in various research pursuits and projects in the area of education, social sciences, culture and youth policies. The Centre has strived to draw the attention of stakeholders, including State and Central Governments, on vital issues of education through a series of European level seminars and publications. It aims to become a catalytic force influencing policy makers and to be a top think tank in Slovenia and in Europe.
Our Team
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He is the Network coordinator at CERC and is responsible for international relations. He has collaborated in developing and organising EU co funded projects, particularly in the framework of ERASMUS+. He is devoted to HEPA and to promoting sport integration in the community for a healthier lifestyle of all citizens.
He also works as a teacher of English and consultant for SME and workplaces and has taught in both the private and public sectors for over 30 years and is specialized in the teaching of Business English to senior management.
An energetic team leader who is able to communicate effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, to work collaboratively to resolve problems, and to motivate team members to achieve personal and organizational objectives. Enjoys the organizational challenges of new projects both in the professional field and in the field of voluntary work
Raniero has been active in the area of European Projects since 1985. He has always been involved in EU projects and programmes as project manager and evaluator for the Commission.
Since the year 2002 he has been cooperating with UNIMED, the Association of Mediterranean Universities with over 160 members around the Mediterranean Basin and the middle East, where he has mainly worked in the areas of education and training with a particular focus on social inclusion.
Sean Cooke is the CEO of the Men’s Development Network in Ireland, a transformative organisation engaging men and boys on their health & wellbeing, gender equality and ending gender-based violence. He holds a master’s degree in community development where his main focus of research was on the role of the creative arts in disadvantage communities and the role of local institutions in bridging the gap by creating structural relationships in these communities. He has worked as a frontline youth worker and as a senior manager in the sector and would view access to the creative arts for young people especially as a fundamental right. Over the years he has facilitated and animated a number of creative projects and festivals with local communities such as the Otherworld Festival, In your Element St Patricks Festival, Ballymun Arts Festival and the Towers of Cloth public art project.
Hannah Gauntlett is an artist and photographer. Her work is based on the theme of the rapidly transforming urban landscape in terms of architecture, technology, politics, and social change. She has a BA (Hons) Degree in History of Art and Architecture and Museum Studies. She is also a qualified teacher of English as a foreign language. She considers herself to be a creative thinker and educator, who thrives in environments where she can put her energy into projects related to art, culture, and languages to benefit people from different age groups and social backgrounds. Her attention to details and problem solving are qualities she has developed by working on various projects simultaneously. She can adapt easily to new situations and enjoy challenges. Her hard work and determination can be seen through the results she has achieved as a teacher, business founder and practicing artist.
Efkan Eren is a former pro athlete, an entrepreneur and a business person based in Istanbul, Turkey, and has established three companies in the fields of sport, media and tech industries. He has a long-standing experience in managing international projects on behalf of companies, universities and public organizations, and in managing partnerships for participation in European projects.
Experienced in communication, online marketing, social media manager and research dissemination, she has long term experience in EU co funded projects communication and knowledge seminar organizations. Worked mainly for the Horizon2020 research and innovation programme, as well as for CENTRAL EUROPE Regional Innovation Ecosystems Network.
She made experience in OCSE as Task leader for media monitoring (radio) in Montenegrin Parliament, and as editor in chief of the web site for the independent Radio Antena M in Montenegro.
Communication is not just about saying ideas clearly. How we say things and what we mean can vary from person to person because using language is something we learn from society. Our way of speaking and listening is heavily influenced by our cultural experiences.
Researcher at the Departments of Economics of the University Ca’ Foscari of Venice. He is an expert in international relations, cultural cooperation affairs, fortified heritage, sustainable tourism and in elections monitoring and assistance. He graduated in Political Sciences, International Relations, at the University of Padua and carried out post-graduate courses in International Relations, Diplomatic Sciences and International Trade techniques in the Italian Society for International Organisation (SIOI) – Rome. He carried out 29 missions in the Balkans, in Asia, Africa and Oceania with United Nations, Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), OSCE-ODIHR (Office Democratic Institutions and Human Rights), European Union and International Organisation for Migration (IOM). He has finalized and implemented more than 40 projects financed by EU programmes or Veneto Region funds focused on practices of management, capacity building and valorisation of cultural and environmental sites, fortified heritage sites, sustainable and wellness tourism and thematic routes. He is Vice President of EFFORTS – European Federation of Fortified Sites. He is a Maltese citizen and speaks Italian, English, French and basic Serbian/Croatian and Slovenian languages.
She has a degree in sociology of culture and philosophy from the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia. She has more than 25 years of experience as a book editor. In Mladinska knjiga Publishing House she has edited a wide range of books, starting from board books, concept and activity books for children to reference and gift books for adults. For the last 14 years she has been interested in holistic models of health and healing. She has been practicing yoga and Pilates and teaching yoga for more than a decade. She is also a certified craniosacral therapist. At the moment she is involved in Slings Myofascial Training. She speaks Slovenian, English, Italian, Croatian and Serbian.
Alenka is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sports management and project coordination. As the Co-founder and Head of the Tenis klub Olimpija for the past 22 years, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s success. Her responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities, including managing the public relations department and marketing efforts, coordinating over 400 associate members, and organizing tennis courses for adults at various skill levels.
Since January 2015, Alenka has served as a project manager at the EU-funded project HP@SC network, focusing on enhancing sports participation and cooperation. Her involvement in projects extends beyond Tenis klub Olimpija, as evidenced by her role as a project manager and member of the Scientific Committee in the “OBLoMoV” project, addressing obesity and low mobility issues. She continues to contribute to European projects, currently serving as a partner in the TOP MIND project.
Her multifaceted experience, leadership skills, and passion for sports make her a valuable asset in promoting active lifestyles and fostering community well-being.
Research Doctorate entitled “Design and construction for level EQF – 8 sustainable architecture” Faculty of Engineering, Institute of Design, Architecture and Urban Planning Polytechnic University of Marche Sustainable Development, Sustainable Architecture, Local Agenda 21. Degree in Agricultural Sciences at the Faculty of Agriculture, Polytechnic University of the Marches. has collaborated on various research projects in the environmental field, including: “Eco-compatible development: study to support the implementation of Local Agenda 21” “Certified quality in the fish products supply chain” “INTERREG II C: “Guidelines and procedures for EMAS certification (ISO 14000)” LIFE ENVIRONMENT: “Experimental methodology for the environmental recovery of a coastal marine area subject to strong anthropic impact, METRIS PLUS – IPA Cross Border Cooperation, PRE-WASTE – INTERREG IVC. Over the years specializes in EMAS management, ISO14.000 and carbon footprint analysis. offers consultancy to companies and public bodies in order to define sustainable practices aimed at reducing environmental impact. has taught at the Institute for Energy Efficiency of Fabriano and at the Polytechnic University of Marche and at the University of Urbino.