We All are Europe - AESAEC

AESAEC – Glossary
Think tanks
Valorisation
Vegan
Verbal communication
Volunteering
Usually an organisation or group that conducts research and engages in
advocacy in areas such as social policy, political strategy, economy, science
or technology issues etc. In this context it also refers to a group of people
creating project ideas to improve the situation in the above mentioned
areas.
Originally a French term, the concept of valorisation is now widely accepted
within the EU project management community as the process of
dissemination and exploitation of projects outcomes with a view to
optimising their value, enhancing their impact and integrating them into
training systems and practices at the local / national level as well as at the
European level.
Veganism is a diet and lifestyle that seeks to exclude the use of animals for
food, clothing or any other purpose.
Communication based on the usage of written or spoken words. (see also
non-verbal communication).
All forms of voluntary activity, whether formal or informal. It is undertaken
of a person's own free-will, choice and motivation, and is without concern
for financial gain. It benefits the individual volunteer, communities and
society as a whole. It is also a vehicle for individuals and associations to
address human, social or environmental needs and concerns, and is often
carried out in support of a non-profit organisation or community-based
initiative. Thus voluntary activities add value to society, but do not replace
professional, paid employees.
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