Partnership
NatureTalks brings together a dynamic European partnership of organisations working in heritage interpretation, education and training, tourism, and nature conservation. By combining diverse expertise and practical experience from different countries (Poland, Greece, Italy, Slovenia and Serbia), the consortium develops innovative interpretative tools and training solutions that enhance visitor experience in natural areas and support the sustainable valorisation of natural heritage
Association for the Development and Promotion of Podkarpacie "Pro Carpathia" Poland
The Association for the Development and Promotion of Podkarpacie “Pro Carpathia” is a non-governmental organisation focused on regional development, tourism promotion, and the sustainable use of natural and cultural heritage. The organisation has extensive experience in coordinating international and EU-funded projects, particularly in the fields of tourism, education, and cross-sector cooperation.
As the coordinator of the NatureTalks project, Pro Carpathia is responsible for overall project management, coordination of partners, quality assurance, and communication with funding and institutional bodies. Its role ensures the effective implementation of project activities and the alignment of project outcomes with regional and European priorities related to sustainable tourism and natural heritage.
ATTIKO VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE Greece
ATTIKO KEK is a certified vocational education and training (VET) provider based in Athens, dedicated to delivering high-quality initial and continuous training aligned with labour market and learner needs. ATTIKO KEK designs and implements vocational training, career guidance, and social inclusion programs for unemployed people, immigrants, refugees, and other vulnerable groups. With strong expertise in technology-enhanced learning, ICT, and artificial intelligence applications in education, the organization combines innovative training methodologies with extensive experience in social inclusion, environmental sustainability, active citizenship, and civil participation, delivering integrated and high-quality VET and support services.
In the NatureTalks project, ATTIKO is responsible for mapping skills and competence gaps among professionals working in natural areas and for supporting the co-design of a training offer that reflects real needs of end users, ensuring relevance, applicability, and impact of the project’s educational outputs.
IDRIJA Tourism Board Slovenia
Idrija Tourism Board is a destination management organisation responsible for the development, management, and promotion of tourism in the Municipality of Idrija. The organisation also manages the UNESCO Global Geopark Idrija and the Zgornja Idrijca Landscape Park, with a focus on the conservation and interpretation of natural and cultural heritage. Its mission is to support sustainable tourism development by balancing conservation, education, visitor engagement, and the local economy. Working closely with local stakeholders, tourism providers, and NGOs, the Idrija Tourism Board supports and advances sustainable tourism practices by strengthening heritage interpretation skills and raising awareness among professionals, local providers, and visitors.
Through NatureTalks, Zavod za turizem Idrija contributes practical experience in heritage interpretation, offering real-life examples and insights from field practice. Its involvement supports the grounding of project outputs in authentic settings and the application of interpretative tools in natural and cultural environments.
The Story Behind Italy
The Story Behind (TSB) helps the peripheries of cultural heritage tell their stories — to everyone. We work with heritage sites, museums, and cultural organisations to turn complex places, histories, and landscapes into meaningful, engaging experiences. Through ethical branding, storytelling, and heritage interpretation, we support institutions in moving beyond expert-only narratives and opening heritage up as a shared space of significance, inspiration, and identity. TSB works across consultancy, training, and research, with a strong focus on participatory and people-centred approaches. We are actively involved in European research and innovation projects and bring extensive experience in international cooperation.
Within the NatureTalks project, The Story Behind contributes to the development of interdisciplinary skills frameworks, training content, and dissemination activities. The organisation supports the creation of engaging, meaningful, and accessible interpretative tools tailored to professionals working in natural areas.
MindsEurope Institute Serbia
Minds Europe – Institute for Research Excellence and Technological Advancement (MEI) is a research and development organisation driven by four pillars: Culture, Nature, People, and AI. It brings together expertise to foster interdisciplinary research and partnerships with industry, addressing European economic, technological, and societal challenges. The MEI team has over 50 years of collective experience in fields such as education, creativity, ICT, digital transformation, sustainability, environmental protection, health, resilience, social inclusion, gender equality, and human–computer interaction. Working with governments, non-profits, businesses, and academia, MEI develops evidence-based, sustainable solutions tailored to local ecosystems and stakeholder needs.
Within the NatureTalks project, MindsEurope Institute contributes to the conceptual and methodological foundations of heritage interpretation, supports interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, and participates in the development of training content aimed at strengthening interpretative skills in natural areas.
