Partnership Policy

1. Principles

• Partnerships extend SGroup’s visibility and collaborative outreach while maintaining its European identity.
• Partnerships are established exclusively with higher education associations and networks.

2. Eligibility Criteria

A partner organisation must:

• Be a well-established higher education association or network.
• Share SGroup’s values of academic freedom, ethics, and integrity.
• Demonstrate a proven record of international collaboration and policy impact.
• Offer tangible opportunities for cooperation through joint projects, events, or publications.

3. Application and Selection Process

1. Identification of Prospective Partners
• WG MPPGO identifies potential partners based on strategic relevance.
• Suggestions may also come from SGroup member institutions.
2. Approval to Initiate
• The WG MPPGO lead informs the EC, which authorises engagement.
3. Engagement
• The SGroup office, the WG MPPGO, or individual members initiate the contact.
• Discussions focus on areas of shared interest and mutual benefit.
4. Agreement
• A draft cooperation agreement and action plan are prepared.
• Both parties negotiate terms and approve through their respective executive bodies.
5. Duration and Renewal
• Agreements are signed for an initial 5-year term.
• Joint activities are monitored by WG MPPGO and reviewed by the EC.
• Renewal depends on evaluation of achievements and strategic alignment.