On 2nd March, 2018, BehAPI RISE project was officially launched in the kick off meeting in Malta, introducing the project itself as well as all site leaders.

An address by the Central Management Office was given, followed by a talk regarding the changes to the structure of the consortium as well as regarding the roles and obligations for each site leader. A number of committees were also appointed: for Gender Balance, Summer Schools, IP, and Dissemination Materials.

Furthermore, the work packages, deliverable, and goals for the project were established, both for this year and for the whole duration of the project. Finally, details regarding secondments and summer schools were discussed, closing off the day meeting.