Norwegian–Chinese Partnership in Education,Research and Social Innovation

Project overview

Long-term partnership development with Chinese institutions within eldercare and the silver economy, mental health, vocational education, rural development and joint research.

Background

Population ageing in China creates growing demand for professional care services, new educational pathways and community-based support. KBT's expertise in social entrepreneurship, experience-based knowledge and applied education matches these developments.

Objectives

• · Develop joint educational programmes and pilot projects
• · Establish student and staff exchange
• · Build joint research cooperation and funding applications

Partners

• · Chinese colleges, universities and public institutions

KBT's role

Norwegian partner bringing welfare and educational experience, an international network and applied research capacity.

Target groups

• · Educational institutions
• · Care services
• · Public authorities

Activities

• · Facilitated meeting in Norway for representatives of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• · Invited guest in China in connection with the ASEAN meeting in 2025
• · Professional dialogue on eldercare, mental health and vocational education

Results / expected results

• · Growing recognition of KBT as an international partner
• · Foundation for joint programmes and research

Timeline

1. Meeting facilitated in Norway

   2024

2. Invited to China in connection with the ASEAN meeting

   2025