Statute of the Learn! Training Centre by Digital Partnerships for Creative Europe Association (DiPaCre)
Article 1: Name and Purpose
1.1 Name: The entity shall be known as “Learn!”
1.2 Purpose: Learn! training centre is established as a innovative educational hub aimed at delivering complimentary training resources to independent stakeholders in the Creative and Cultural sectors. Its primary mission is to address the technological disparities arising from the swift evolution of the digital landscape.
Article 2: Mission and Vision
2.1 Mission: The Learn! Training Centre’s mission is to support and empower individuals and organisations within the Creative and Cultural sectors by providing open access to essential knowledge, tools, and resources that enhance digital skills and adaptability to technological changes.
2.2 Vision: To become a premier platform for digital education in the Creative and Cultural sectors, promoting equality, innovation and inclusiveness.
2.3 Operational Strategy: The Centre’s strategic development will be guided by an Operational Plan, which will set clear goals and action steps to achieve the organization’s mission and vision.
Article 3: Core Activities
3.1 Knowledge Repository: The centre will develop and sustain a thorough digital repository of educational materials, including guides, best practices, case studies, and other relevant resources.
3.2 Training and Workshops: Learn! will offer a variety of training options, including virtual and in-person workshops, mentorship programs, and knowledge dissemination initiatives focused on digital competencies and related subjects for its stakeholders.
3.3 Collaboration: The centre will work closely with experts, educational institutions, industry leaders, and governmental bodies to improve and tailor its educational offerings.
Article 4: Governance Structure
4.1 Governance: The governance of the Learn! training centre will be managed by the Board of DiPaCre, which is responsible for strategic oversight, developing and updating the Operational Plan, supervising operations, and ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission and values.
Article 5: Funding
5.1 Funding Sources: The Centre will seek financial support from a range of sources, including governmental grants, private contributions, sponsorships, and partnerships with relevant organizations.
Article 6: Accessibility and Inclusivity
6.1 Open Access: All educational resources provided by the Learn! training centre will be accessible at no cost to stakeholders, ensuring no barriers to entry.
6.2 Inclusivity: The Centre is committed to creating content and providing services that accommodate individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and linguistic needs.
Article 7: Geographic Scope
7.1 Global Reach: The Learn! training centre will operate with an international perspective, aiming to serve its stakeholders globally.
Article 8: Amendments
8.1 Amendments: Changes to this Statute may be proposed and authorized by the Board of DiPaCre. All amendments must be consistent with the Centre’s mission and objectives.
Article 9: Dissolution
9.1 Dissolution: Should the Learn! Training Centre be dissolved, its remaining assets will be allocated to nonprofit organizations with similar missions, as determined by the Board.
Article 10: Final Provisions
10.1 Effective Date: This Statute will come into effect upon approval by the Board of Directors.
10.2 Bylaws: The Learn! Training Centre may adopt Bylaws to further detail its operational procedures and governance framework.
Article 11: Founders
11.1 Founders: The Learn! Training Centre was established by Digital Partnerships for Creative Europe Association (Bulgaria), AEGARE (Spain), KEPDER (Turkey), and Vox Civica (Romania).
11.2 Foundation: The Centre was created under the KA210-ADU Erasmus+ project titled “Empowering Digital Transformations for Senior Musicians” (Project ID: 2023-1-BG01-KA210-ADU-000152921).
This Statute is hereby adopted and enacted by the Board of DiPaCre.