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Meetings during the NAVINCLASS Project
NAVINCLASS relied on in-person meetings of consortium members to discuss project progress and the implementation of key activities, ensuring the cohesive development of Work Packages that build upon one another. To optimise the time commitment of participating staff while maintaining continuity in collaboration, the project includes a series of Transnational Project Meetings throughout its duration.
Transnational Project Meetings
The Transnational Project Meetings of NAVINCLASS are organised by one of the project's participating organisations with the purpose of project implementation and coordination.
TPM1 – Kick-off Meeting: University of Coimbra
The first Transnational Project Meeting (TPM1) of the NAVINCLASS project took place on 15-16 January 2026 at the University of Coimbra and marked the official launch of the project. The meeting brought together project partners to share perspectives, align expectations, and define the overall conceptual and methodological framework. A central focus was the question of how conflicts emerge in academic contexts, including increasing polarisation, the influence of wider societal dynamics, and the challenges lecturers face when dealing with sensitive classroom situations.
The programme combined conceptual input with practical approaches. It addressed conflict analysis, conflict resolution, and multi-perspective teaching methods. Discussions highlighted the importance of structured analytical tools, dialogue-based approaches, and resilience-oriented teaching strategies. Particular attention was given to peace education, including its theoretical foundations and its role in promoting critical thinking, empowerment, and non-violent communication in higher education.
The partners also clarified key research questions and methodological requirements. The consortium agreed to focus on classroom-based conflicts while taking relevant external influences into account. Target groups, focus group design, data collection procedures, and timelines were defined to ensure consistency across partner institutions. Responsibilities for data analysis, dissemination, and project coordination were also agreed.
The meeting concluded with an exchange involving students and academic staff, providing practical insights into conflict dynamics in higher education. Overall, TPM1 laid the conceptual and organisational foundation for the project and strengthened cooperation among the partners.
