On 21 December 2024, the SPM² project was introduced during a special meeting with the organizing team of TEDxUOWM 2025 in Kozani, Greece. Hosted by the Department of Management Science and Technology at the University of Western Macedonia, the meeting aimed to explore how sustainability principles and ESG integration could enhance the planning and execution of youth-led events such as TEDxUOWM.
Purpose of the Presentation:
Introduce the SPM² learning framework and digital tools to the TEDx community
Promote ESG-integrated project management aligned with the EU Green Deal
Share success stories from SPM² and explore its relevance to youth and student entrepreneurship
Encourage collaboration with local stakeholders and expand the SPM² network
Stimulate interest in future training, webinars, and certification opportunities
Event Context:
TEDxUOWM is an independent event under TED’s global license, driven by student organizers and community leaders. The SPM² presentation aligned with the event’s mission of sharing “ideas worth spreading,” offering a forward-thinking perspective on sustainable project leadership.
Participants:
Young student organizers and TEDx volunteers
University staff and academic mentors
Local experts in project management and public policy
Community stakeholders and potential collaborators
Key Feedback:
Participants expressed strong interest in the application of SPM² for real-world projects
Emphasis was placed on the need for sustainability in youth-driven initiatives
Attendees asked to be kept updated on upcoming SPM² webinars and training sessions
The meeting sparked dialogue about future cooperation and policy alignment
Visibility:
While the session was a closed planning meeting, it played a strategic role in stakeholder engagement and laid the groundwork for deeper integration of SPM² into higher education and youth initiatives. The event’s impact will continue through follow-up activities, including webinars and project-based training.
