Annual Impact 2025EU Institutions (EUMI)
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We are a world-leading research, evidence, evaluation and communications agency, helping our clients to solve the next generation of public policy challenges.
We work end-to-end across the public policy development cycle
We are specialists in working across the public policy development, design, implementation and evaluation cycle.
We believe our combination of research, data and consulting skills increases our effectiveness as a partner. We can create the evidence to support policy formation. We can integrate behavioural approaches into our programme evaluation work. We bring creative execution to public communications. We move rapidly to create gold standard data using our proprietary infrastructure, and we build longitudinal data over many years, supporting the most valuable data assets to understand social change. We are here to serve decision makers, with the tools required to deliver public value.
Wherever we are working, we will bring the ‘pillars’ that are fundamental to our culture and our service to clients. At Verian we commit to bringing uncompromising objectivity, passionate expertise, purposeful problem solving, humble confidence and respectful candour – to everything that we do, anywhere that we work.
Highlights
Spotlight projects of EUMI
Expert Network on Economics and Sociology of Education and Training (ENESET)
Innovative and entrepreneurial higher education institutions: further development of heinnovate
Overcoming Obstacles to Vaccination: an overview of practical and administrative challenges in EU vaccination systems
Supporting the co-creation of the European Democracy Shield with citizens across Europe: an initiative to strengthen democratic resilience, counter disinformation and enhance meaningful participation across the Union.
Support contract for Digital Services Act - Protection of minors
Designing and adapting school buildings, grounds and facilities for sustainability education in the EU
EuroCloud – European framework for sharing public sector cloud capacities
Digital Services Act: technical assistance for market intelligence, evidence gathering and compliance monitoring / Evidence gathering and compliance monitoring of online marketplaces and compliance with online advertising provisions (Lot 3)
Expert support to the Policy Lab: support to the implementation of the joint European degree label, legal analysis of a future European Degree and feasibility assessment of a dedicated framework for quality assurance of alliances of higher education institutions
Study to assist in gathering evidence on high-risk AI
Digital Decade 2025 - Digitalisation of Business in the EU Member States (2025 project cycle on Apply AI)
Support to evidence-based policymaking in Poland
Study "Virtual worlds - how will they affect our health and wellbeing?"
Labour shortages and surpluses in Europe 2024
Performance-based schemes: from the RRF to possible approaches under the ERDF/CF and JTF
Assessment of the Stakeholder contributions for the update of the Bioeconomy Strategy
Working Migrants in the EU: Insights from Citizens’ Perspectives
Development of the European Higher Education Sector Observatory (EHESO)
Organisational models of programme authorities managing EU Cohesion policy 2000-2020
Verian to lead Digital Transformation Accelerator for the European Digital Innovation Hubs network
Analysis of the European Child Guarantee monitoring frameworks
Documenting Disruption: Everyday Life During Times of War
Study on the Member States performance and monitoring capacity, including methodologies and tools, to meet the obligations established by the Common Provisions Regulation for the programmes financed by the HOME Affairs Funds
Boosting compliance with the principle of equal pay through evidence-based practical guidance and tools on gender-neutral job evaluation and classification systems
Publications of EUMI
Report on the outcomes and transformational potential of the European Universities initiative
Project: Support on the European Universities initiative and the related monitoring framework
Are Jean Monnet designated institutions unique?
Project: Study on the necessity and feasibility of a legal statute for alliances of universities, such as European Universities
A compendium of good practices for learning environments for sustainability
Working Migrants Valued for Their Economic Contribution: a Summary of the Findings of an Online Study Carried out in France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spaind and Sweden
Global Multistakeholder High Level Conference on Governance of Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds – Background Materials
Project: A Space for the Metaverse – Virtual World and the transition to Web 4.0
Outcome of the Global Multistakeholder High Level Conference on Governance of Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds
Project: A Space for the Metaverse – Virtual World and the transition to Web 4.0
Digital Decade 2025 - Digitalisation of Business in the EU Member States (part of the 2025 State of the Digital Decade package)
Performance monitoring report of the EaSI strand of the ESF+ for 2021-2023
Organisational models of programme authorities managing EU Cohesion policy 2000-2020
Analysis of the European Child Guarantee monitoring frameworks
Project: Analysis of the European Child Guarantee monitoring frameworks
Virtual worlds: How do they affect our health and well-being? Final report
Project: Virtual worlds: how do they affect our health and well-being?
Community for educational innovation: Entrepreneurial skills and mindsets in education
EIGE‘s report on the monitoring of Beijing +30 in the EU: Impact driver - Marking milestones and opportunities for gender equality in the EU
European Parliament’s report: The effect of gender pay and pension gaps and new ways of working on women’s mental health
Expert networks
Expert Network on Economics and Sociology of Education and Training
The Independent National Experts on Adult Skills and Learning Policy
A Network of National Experts on Education
Events
The first CEI Study Visit of 2025 took place on 18–19 June, focusing on Entrepreneurial Skills and Mindsets in Education: From Ideas to Action. Hosted by the Centre for Funding and Innovation (CFI-Barcelona) at La Salle – Ramon Llull University, the visit brought together educators, policy-makers, and innovation leaders from 12 EU countries for two days of hands-on learning and peer exchange.
Representatives from universities across Catalonia convened at StartUB! for a full-day workshop co-organised with HEInnovate. The session brought together members of the Catalan University Entrepreneurship Network (XEU), a collaborative platform of higher education institutions promoting entrepreneurship and innovation, to co-develop a two-year action plan for the network.
At this year’s EAIR Forum, HEInnovate hosted a workshop exploring how higher education institutions can build entrepreneurial capacity in times of uncertainty and change. Under the conference theme “Openness: a Mission Challenged”, the session brought together 20 participants for a hands-on experience with the HEInnovate self-assessment and Action Cards. The discussion centred on how the entrepreneurial university model can serve as a practical response to growing complexity and pressure on institutions.
From 10 to 12 September 2025, HEInnovate took part in the EAIE Conference in Gothenburg, one of the largest gatherings of higher education professionals in Europe. The event offered a valuable opportunity to engage directly with universities, alliances, and national agencies, while raising awareness of HEInnovate as a key European Commission initiative.
EURESFO Conference (Rotterdam, 25-27 June 2025) - presentation of policy recommendations report for the NBS EduWORLD project
Webinar: Transforming Schools for Sustainability (April 30, 2025) - dissemination event for Learning Spaces for Sustainability project
High-Level Conference on Governance of Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds (30 March and 1 April 2025)
Project: A Space for the Metaverse - Virtual World and the transition to Web 4.0
Health and Well-being impacts of Virtual Worlds: Dissemination Workshop (11 June 2025)
Project: Virtual worlds: how do they affect our health and well-being?
Digital Identity and Identification in the Era of Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds (21 May 2025)
Project: A Space for the Metaverse - Virtual World and the transition to Web 4.0
EuroDIG Discussion on the outcomes of the Global Multistakeholder High Level Conference on Governance of Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds (May 12 – 14 2025)
Project: A Space for the Metaverse - Virtual World and the transition to Web 4.0
DG RTD European Bioeconomy strategy stakeholder consultation 4 workshops
Project: Assessment of the Stakeholder contributions for the update of the Bioeconomy Strategy
Verian Lithuania helps shaping the future of micro-credentials in Africa. In March 2025, Verian Vilnius and ACQF-II experts held a key capacity-building workshop in Seychelles, focusing on modernising the nation’s qualifications system. The team provided training to national stakeholders on the new Seychelles National Credit Accumulation and Transfer Systems (SNCATS) policy guidelines and worked on developing a national micro-credentials framework.
Project: Supporting Implementation of the African Continental Qualifications Framework (Phase II)
Research Director Hedvika J. and Research Manager Cecilia F. C. presented in a session of the FEMM Committee of the European Parliament a new report on how structural labour market inequalities affect women’s mental health in the EU
Learning
and development
In 2025, EUMI actively engaged in a range of learning and development initiatives.
- 5
Compliance & HSE
- 13
Knowledge exchange sessions
- 2
Leadership trainings
- 28
Individual trainings
- 6
Language courses
EUMI departments
- 70 %
Research & Client Delivery
- 12 %
HR & Operations
- 4 %
Data science
- 14 %
Global Teams in Vilnius, Lithuania
What languages at EUMI do we speak?
Where do we come from?
Countries we work from
Vilnius office
At Vilnius office - Happy Office is one of our strongest values - it’s the foundation of how we shape our everyday work life. It reflects our belief that a positive, supportive, and engaging environment is key to both individual wellbeing and collective success.
Our Workplace Experience approach brings this value to life by designing initiatives, spaces, and routines that help colleagues feel connected, safe, and inspired. It covers everything from daily office experience to health, safety, wellbeing, and cultural events - all aimed at making work meaningful and enjoyable.
Throughout the year, our team comes together through activities that encourage balance, growth, and community spirit:
- Health Week, focused on physical and mental wellbeing, offering resources, activities, and inspiration for a healthier lifestyle.
- Periodical Health and Safety trainings, ensuring every employee feels prepared, safe, and confident in the workplace.
- Sports Challenges and Marathons, promoting movement, motivation, and a shared sense of achievement.
- Autumn and Spring Tours, bringing colleagues together through light activity and exploration.
- Summer Event, where colleagues from across the organisation gather to relax, connect, and celebrate.
- Christmas fundraiser or Pie Day, our sweet charitable traditions support those in need.
- Pride Month, recognising diversity and inclusion as essential parts of our culture.
- Let’s Celebrate Our Success sessions, where we applaud successful proposals, completed projects, the people, and the impact behind them.
- Seasonal Quizzes and Secret Santa, adding a touch of fun and creativity throughout the year.
Our community thrives on curiosity and connection beyond daily work. Initiatives & communities such as knowledge exchange sessions, parents, travellers, and hikers’ clubs, sustainability enthusiasts - help keep conversations alive across teams and interests.
Alongside mentioned activities, we continue to improve our office environment through thoughtful Workplace Experience and Health & Safety initiatives, as well as maintaining internal communication to ensure transparency, inclusion, and a sense of belonging.
Health Week 2025 & Sports Challenge
Every year since 2012, around World Health Day, we turn a single day into a full Health Week, making space to focus on wellbeing. This year was a reminder that caring for both mind and body helps us show up better for ourselves and each other. So, we took time to rest, move, and check in!
We started the week by focusing on two key things: movement and mindfulness. That included a kick-off of our traditional Sports Challenge (please see the results below), plus something new - an EQ Challenge in collaboration with the Mindletic app.
Throughout the week, we welcomed guest speakers who inspired us and covered meaningful topics. Local sports coach shared practical techniques for staying active in a sedentary job, while Ribologija organisation led an important discussion on consent and how to foster a culture of respect.
We also made space to rest and take care of ourselves with massage therapy, blood work, vaccinations, and body composition checks with the help of Rezus.lt clinic, first-aid training with Svarbus Žingsnis, pet-friendly office for a whole week and healthy snacks at the office.
Walking
11342 kmRunning
1156 kmCycling
5233 km
Brussels office
At Brussels office, we are continuing to strengthen our office culture through a set of practical well-being initiatives designed to make everyday work healthier, calmer, and more connected.
This year we have set up a dedicated well-being group to gather colleagues’ ideas and turn them into tangible improvements for daily office life.
We are also introducing a regular focus day each Wednesday, alongside a monthly calm day on the last working day, to create space for concentrated work and a steadier pace.
To support healthier routines, we are improving the range and variety of snacks available in the office, making it easier to choose nourishing options throughout the day.
Finally, we are prioritising community and team spirit through an Advisory team-building activity and a yearly all-colleague event, bringing people together to reflect, reconnect, and celebrate our shared achievements.
In September 2025, a colleague from Brussels office was warmly welcomed by the HR & Operations Team at the Vilnius office, as part of our ongoing commitment to staying connected across locations.
The visit was a great opportunity to exchange good practices, share insights on daily operations, and strengthen the relationships that support our work as one team.
Moments like these reflect the value of learning from one another across offices and keeping our shared Verian culture close, even when we work in different places.
