The kick-off meeting of the Policy Impact Committee (PIC) marks an important step within the SMILE Incubator project. The PIC serves as a transnational advisory body, bringing together experts from diverse sectors to strengthen the policy relevance, coherence, and long-term impact of the project’s outcomes.

This online meeting will introduce the objectives of the SMILE Incubator project, outline the role and working structure of the PIC, and provide a space for members to connect, exchange perspectives, and align expectations for the upcoming collaboration.

Please note that this is a closed event, organised by Foster Europe as part of the SMILE Incubator project and open only to invited PIC members and project partners.

Further information about the SMILE project can be found on the project’s official channels and social media platforms.

AGENDA:

1. Welcome and Opening (5 minutes) - by the D.2.1.2 Deliverable Lead Partner, Foster Europe

• Welcome

• Objectives and purpose of the meeting

2. Introduction Round – PIC Members (10 minutes)

• Short introduction by each participant (approx. 30 seconds each):

  • Name and organisation

  • Professional background / sector

  • Area of expertise

3. Introduction to the SMILE Incubator - Social Media Leadership Incubator for Danube Region

Project (10 minutes) - by the Chair of the PIC, SASS

• Brief overview of the project

• Key objectives and activities

• Policy dimension and expected outcomes

4. Introduction to the Policy Impact Committee (PIC) (5 minutes) - Foster Europe

• Purpose and advisory role of the PIC

• Scope of activities and working principles

• Roles and expectations of PIC members

5. PIC Working Structure and Timeline (5 minutes) - SASS

• Key milestones and planned activities

• Main consultation phases and outputs

• Expected engagement and contribution

6. Interactive Exchange (10 minutes)

• Initial reflections and expectations

• Key policy perspectives from members

• Questions and clarifications

7. Next Steps and Closing (5 minutes) - Foster Europe

• Summary of key points

• Upcoming activities and communication

• Closing remarks