Innovation Through Gamification Solutions

Helping rural communities grow by engaging youth, closing skill gaps, and attracting talent—through the power of gamification and digital innovation.

About InnoGS

The Innovation Through Gamification Solutions (InnoGS) project supports regional and rural development by addressing shared challenges such as youth disengagement, underrepresented groups inclusion, skill shortages, and difficulties in attracting and retaining talent. By using digital tools and gamified methods, InnoGS makes participation more engaging and meaningful—benefiting both public services and private companies. The project develops regional “Digital Innovation Districts” (DIDs)—physical and digital spaces where local actors can co-create, test, and share new solutions. These innovation hubs strengthen communities, foster collaboration, and are scaled internationally. InnoGS delivers practical results: skill-building programs, gamified digital solutions for public and private sectors, and improved digital infrastructure. Through transnational cooperation, partners share knowledge and ensure solutions are adaptable across regions. The project ultimately enhances resilience and unlocks new economic and social opportunities for rural areas.

Our objectives

Harnessing the power of digitalisation and gamification to support rural communities, close skills gaps, and empower people to shape their local futures:

InnoGS in numbers

Project budget and duration

Total budget

1.603.953,39 EUR

NPA co-financing

1.042.569,69 EUR

Project duration

01.03.2025 - 29.02.2028