ATLIC

🚀 Building a legacy beyond the project

ATLIC has been a space where young people have found inspiration, developed new skills, created meaningful connections, and transformed ideas into initiatives capable of generating positive change.

The Blue Leaders we celebrate today are proof that investing in youth means investing in the future of our communities, our oceans, and our territories.

The knowledge shared, the partnerships created, and the entrepreneurial spirit fostered through ATLIC will continue to inspire new actions long after the project comes to an end.

🌍 Because a sustainable blue future is not built overnight.

It is built by empowering young people to lead, innovate, and become active contributors to a better world.

💙 And this is only the beginning.

ATLIC is a project co-funded by the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme.

VIDA LÁCTEA has presented in Lugo the publication developed within the ATLIC project, a resource that gathers methodologies, experiences, best practices and key outcomes aimed at strengthening youth work, youth participation and opportunities for young people in rural areas.

The event brought together 70 people: institutional representatives, youth professionals, youth workers, social organisations and project participants, highlighting the importance of international cooperation and knowledge sharing to support young people and strengthen rural communities.

The publication showcases the work carried out by the project partners and underlines the essential role of youth workers in empowering young people, fostering active participation and promoting social innovation across Europe.

ATLIC is a project cofunded by Interreg Atlantic Area

🌊📘 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐬: 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲

This week, we had the opportunity to present in Brussels one of the key outcomes of the ATLIC project: the book Empowering Youth Innovation in the Blue Economy, a publication that captures the knowledge, experiences, and methodologies developed throughout the project to strengthen the role of young people in the Blue Economy.

Edited by L'École de Design Nantes Atlantique, a renowned European institution in innovation and strategic design, the book combines research, practical tools, real-life experiences, and inspiring case studies from Atlantic territories.

The publication highlights how young people can become key drivers of change in coastal and rural communities by fostering entrepreneurship, sustainability, social innovation, and new opportunities linked to marine and maritime sectors.

Among its main contributions, the book presents:
✅ Open innovation methodologies applied to the Blue Economy.
✅ Youth-led initiatives and success stories from partner countries.
✅ Practical tools for educators, youth organizations, and policymakers.
✅ Strategies to strengthen local blue entrepreneurship ecosystems.
✅ Reflections on the future of youth engagement in Atlantic regions.

More than a publication, this book represents the legacy of the ATLIC project and demonstrates that the future of the Blue Economy depends on empowering the next generation with the skills, networks, and opportunities needed to create sustainable and innovative solutions.

📖 Read the full publication:
https://www.calameo.com/books/00755240300f16403a88a

🚀 🇪🇺 𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝟐–𝟑 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

The ATLIC Legacy Event will bring together young entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers from across the Atlantic Area to showcase their projects, exchange experiences, and discuss the future of their communities at the heart of Europe.

Over two days, the Spanish Chamber of Commerce Delegation to the European Union and the Permanent Representation of Portugal to the European Union (REPER) will host a unique gathering where young people will have the opportunity to engage directly with representatives from some of Europe's most influential institutions.

🌍 The event will feature experts and decision-makers from the European Commission, CINEA, EISMEA, DG MARE, DG REGIO, Eurochambres, the Permanent Representations of Spain and Portugal to the EU, as well as leading organisations working in innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainability, employment, and the Blue Economy.

💡 Young participants will present projects developed in areas such as the Blue Economy, entrepreneurship, innovation, environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and territorial development, demonstrating how the next generation is already driving positive change and helping to build a stronger, more connected Europe.

🤝 Organised by the Santiago de Compostela Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Services and Navigation and Vida Láctea S.L.U., within the framework of the ATLIC – Atlantic Innoblue Communities project, the event aims to strengthen the relationship between young people and European institutions while ensuring that ideas emerging from Atlantic territories contribute to shaping future policies.

🌊 The future of the Atlantic and Europe depends on empowering those ready to lead change. ATLIC Legacy is not only a celebration of achievements, but also a platform for new partnerships, new opportunities, and a shared vision for the future.

ATLIC is a project cofunded by Interreg Atlantic Area

🌊🇵🇹 Today we held the Atlantic Mini-Lab in Madeira 🇪🇺

A considerable group of young participants took part in this training and analysis activity focused on the 💡🌍 with ACIF Madeira

Throughout the day, we worked on:
⚓ marine sustainability
🌱 youth entrepreneurship
🌊 Atlantic opportunities
🤝 international cooperation
💙 innovation and territorial development

The Mini-Lab became a space for exchanging ideas, learning, and creating new connections among young people committed to the sustainable future of their territories.

We continue promoting opportunities for Atlantic youth 🌐✨

ATLIC is a project cofunded by Interreg Atlantic Area

🌊⚓ Another weekend of the Atlic Mini Lab in VIDA LACTEA has successfully come to an end, bringing together 30 young participants in a training experience focused on maritime and water safety.

This session was led by Rubén Paz, who shared practical knowledge and essential tools related to prevention, water safety, and preparedness for risk situations in maritime environments.

🚤 Through interactive activities, hands-on learning, and teamwork, participants had the opportunity to explore a key field for coastal and maritime territories while strengthening personal and professional skills connected to the sea.

🌍 These Mini Labs continue to create spaces for learning, innovation, and youth engagement, connecting education, local territories, and future opportunities.

👏 A huge thank you to all participants and collaborators for making another inspiring and enriching weekend possible.

ATLIC is a project co-funded by Interreg Atlantic Area

🌊✨ 𝐀 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨-𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬!
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This month, several ATLIC partners shared an inspiring international experience with young people, entrepreneurs, and participants connected to coastal territories, marine innovation, and sustainability.

🤝 Cámara de Comercio de Santiago, ACIF Madeira, Vida Láctea, Incubo and the municipality of Santo Tirso took part in international exchanges in Portugal and France, building connections between youth, creativity, entrepreneurship, and opportunities linked to the Blue Economy. 🌍⚓

🇵🇹 In Portugal, together with Santo Tirso, young participants enjoyed co-living activities, teamwork, and collaborative dynamics focused on entrepreneurship, sustainability, and local marine-related opportunities.

🇫🇷 In France, the experience continued with L'École de Design Nantes Atlantique and Blue Lab, where participants explored innovative marine spaces, ocean-related design projects, and sustainable blue transition initiatives. 🌊🚤

💡 What did they do?
✔️ Cultural exchanges
✔️ Co-living and networking activities
✔️ Creative workshops and blue innovation sessions
✔️ Visits to marine and entrepreneurship hubs
✔️ International youth collaboration and teamwork

😊 How was it?
Filled with learning, new friendships, teamwork, and unforgettable moments by the ocean… it became an incredible experience for everyone involved! 🌅💙

ATLIC is a project cofunded by Interreg Atlantic Area

🚀 This week, our young participants from Atlic enjoyed a new Mini-Lab on business creation organized together with our partner Vida Láctea SLU.

The activity, titled “𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩! 𝐈’𝐦 𝐆𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲”, was led by Pablo Pereira from Asesoría Arpe, offering the group a practical and realistic introduction to the world of entrepreneurship. 💡📈

During the Mini-Lab, participants explored:

✅ The first steps to starting a business
✅ Basic management and taxation concepts
✅ Common mistakes when launching a project
✅ Useful tools and advice for young entrepreneurs
✅ Real experiences connected to entrepreneurship and innovation

It was a dynamic and participatory session that helped our young people gain confidence, solve doubts, and discover new opportunities to develop their own ideas and initiatives. 🙌🌱

We continue promoting spaces for learning, innovation, and youth entrepreneurship in rural areas. ✨

ATLIC is a project cofunded by Interreg Atlantic Area

🌊🚣‍♂️ THIS WEEKEND AT VIDA LÁCTEA 💙

✨ 𝐀 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞: 𝐑𝐮𝐛𝐞́𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐳 🏆🥇

Within the framework of the European project Atlantic Innoblue Communities (ATLIC), Vida Láctea is hosting a Mini Lab on maritime safety and kayaking 🛟🌊 with the participation of 32 young people from different Atlantic territories 🌍

The training sessions are being delivered by Rubén Paz 🚣‍♂️, five-time Spanish champion and European champion, who is sharing his professional and sporting experience through practical modules on maritime safety and nautical activities ⚓

A weekend full of learning, sea, sport and intercultural exchange 🌅✨

ATLIC is a project cofunded by Interreg Atlantic Area

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