Our Vision
Driven by Inclusion
At the heart of D2CIN lies a clear mission — to transform vocational education through inclusive, ethical, and unbiased AI. We are driven by the need to equip educators and freelancers with the skills to recognize and eliminate data bias, ensuring that AI-powered learning benefits everyone. In a rapidly evolving digital world, we believe in creating accessible, adaptive, and personalized educational tools that reflect diversity and fairness. By merging AI ethics, inclusive UX design, and digital storytelling, D2CIN aims to build a lasting framework for professional growth and collaboration between education and industry — shaping a more equitable future for digital learning.
Contributing to Erasmus+ Priorities
D2CIN supports the Erasmus+ priorities by promoting inclusion, digital readiness, and innovation in education.
Inclusion and Diversity: We develop ethical guidelines and AI avatars that reflect diverse cultures, genders, and abilities, ensuring accessible and bias-free learning for all.
Digital Transformation: By building AI literacy and UX design skills, we empower educators and freelancers to use technology ethically and effectively.
Innovation in VET: Our adaptive AI-based training model connects education with industry, keeping vocational learning relevant and future-focused.
Together, these efforts create a more ethical, inclusive, and resilient digital education landscape.
Sustaining Quality Through Smart Monitoring
To ensure lasting impact, D2CIN applies a continuous monitoring and evaluation framework with clear qualitative and quantitative KPIs. We track participant satisfaction, stakeholder engagement, and digital learning outcomes through surveys, feedback, and event data. Regular reviews by Mimic Productions and Budakov Films ensure ongoing improvement and alignment with our goal — delivering inclusive, ethical, and future-ready AI education.
Our Steering Committee
David Bennett
CEO of Mimic Productions GmbH
David Bennett is a futurist and technologist with over 30 years of experience in VFX, AI, performance capture, 3D gaming, and virtual reality. Renowned for his pioneering facial animation work on Avatar, David has contributed to iconic productions such as Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Tintin, and The Polar Express, as well as major global brands. As the founder of Mimic Productions, he has led over 500 projects across 20 industries, advancing the frontier of digital humans and conversational AI.
Violeta Vasileva, PhD
Partnerships Manager, Mimic Productions GmbH
Violeta Vasileva is a Creative Project Manager and Researcher passionate about innovation at the crossroads of technology, art, and society. Based in Berlin, she serves as Partnerships Manager at Mimic Productions, where she develops strategic collaborations that merge creativity with cutting-edge digital technologies. With over six years of experience in EU-funded research and innovation projects (Horizon Europe, STARTS, Erasmus+), she has successfully secured over €1.7 million in funding for initiatives advancing ethical AI and digital transformation.
Prof. Dr. Petyo Budakov
Managing Director of Budakov Films
Prof. Dr. Petyo Budakov is a distinguished digital media and AI expert, specializing in educational technology, multimedia, and creative industries. With extensive academic and industry experience, he has contributed to numerous innovative projects in digital transformation and AI-driven education. As the Founder of Budakov Films, he leads the development of interactive training programs and multimedia solutions, shaping the future of AI and digital learning.