Social Nebula
Social Nebula is an interdisciplinary organisation that convenes researchers, analysts, educators and innovators with a shared commitment to social development and innovation. By pooling expertise in operational research, pedagogy and community engagement, the organisation seeks to address complex social challenges through evidence-based strategies and collaborative action.
Its overarching aspiration is to cultivate communities in which citizens of every generation learn continuously, interact constructively and contribute responsibly to the common good. Education is regarded as the central catalyst for this mission, underpinning efforts to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills and values required for a sustainable and inclusive future.
To realise these ambitions, Social Nebula concentrates its work in three mutually reinforcing domains. First, through Operational Research, it applies methodologies such as Multiple-Criteria Decision Aiding to identify optimal pathways for social progress. Second, it advances Interdisciplinary Research and Development, combining insights from the social sciences, technology and environmental studies to shape forward-looking solutions and foster active citizenship. Third, it delivers Training and Capacity-Building programmes that employ experiential learning, mentoring and hands-on activities across fields ranging from environmental sustainability to digital literacy and entrepreneurship. Together, these strands position Social Nebula as a catalyst for systemic, citizen-centred innovation.
For more information, please visit our website at: socialnebula.eu
Role in the EcoMystery project
As leader of Work Package 5 (Dissemination & Exploitation), the organisation is responsible for drafting and implementing the project’s Dissemination and Exploitation Plan, developing and maintaining the project website and social-media channels, preparing the full dissemination kit, and coordinating all multiplier events across the partnership. Social Nebula also authors the Sustainability and Monitoring Strategy that will guide long-term uptake of project results.
Concurrently, Social Nebula acts as Environmental Sustainability Manager, having designed the project’s Green Practices Strategy and overseeing its application to travel, resource use and digital communication throughout all phases of implementation. Beyond these horizontal functions, the organisation contributes substantive educational content: in Work Package 2 it develops the training modules Climate Change Scenarios and Innovative Teaching Strategies for Climate Education, while in Work Package 3 it authors the units How Will the Climate Change? and Escape Climate Crisis Case Studies in collaboration with partner schools.
Team Members
Panagiota Digkoglou is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Macedonia, where her thesis concerns the application of Multiple-Criteria Decision Aiding to environmental problems. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and a Master’s degree in Information Systems. For the last 7 years, she has successfully managed EU-funded projects fostering environmental education and social innovation. Her research and training programmes focus on resource conservation, sustainable development, and continuous professional and personal growth. She is also proficient in digital skills such as website development, communication, and dissemination.
Maria Manoura is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in the Department of International and European Relations at the University of Macedonia. She has 3 years of experience in project management, with expertise in financial management and sponsorship scouting. She is involved in the development and implementation of EU-funded programmes in Greece and Spain, which reflect her passion for intercultural research and cooperation.
