Erasmus+ 2021-2027
Erasmus+ is the European Union programme for education, training, youth and sport. It provides funding and support for organisations to carry out projects that match its objectives, and that encourage European exchange, co-operation and learning.
Erasmus+ Opportunities for Youth Workers, Organisations and Young People
Youth workers and young people can travel to another country for training or exchange. This is a 'Mobility Project', part of Erasmus+ Key Action 1. Youth organisations can collaborate with other relevant organisations to achieve a shared goal or share good practices. These are 'Cooperation Partnerships', part of Erasmus+ Key Action 2. Youth workers, Youth managers and others involved in youth work can take part in short Training courses and Cooperation Activities, both in Ireland and in other countries. Many are open to newcomers, so you do not need to be part of an existing Erasmus+ project.
European Solidarity Corps
Young people aged 18 to 30 can volunteer in projects that meet community needs, or set up their own ‘Solidarity’ project to address an issue they are concerned about. Youth organisations can send or receive volunteers as part of the programme.
Eurodesk
Eurodesk Ireland provides free and reliable advice, information and support on accessing hundreds of European opportunities and programmes for those aged 13 to 30.
YouthWork and You
This instruction module for youth workers and youth organisations is part of the youthworkandyou.org project, a collaboration between Léargas, NYCI and Maynooth University. It is designed to enhance understanding of international youth work in the context of European programmes. It explores what is meant by international youth work and its impact on youth workers, organisations and young people.
Youth Wiki
Youth Wiki presents accessible, clear information on Youth policies in Ireland and Europe.
Languages
Youth initiatives that teach or celebrate languages in innovative ways can apply for the European Language Label award. Youth organisations can hold events to celebrate the European Day of Languages on 26 September.
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Upcoming Events in Youth
KA210 Application Support for 5th March 2025 Deadline – Drop In Q&A
An informal session for last minute questions before the KA210 Small Scale Partnerships deadline.
- Event Date: Wed Feb 26th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 25.02.25
- Audience: VET, School, Adult Ed, Youth
- Register Here
KA220 Application Support for 5th March 2025 Deadline – Drop In Q&A
An informal session for last minute questions before the KA220 Cooperation Partnerships deadline.
- Event Date: Wed Feb 26th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 25.02.25
- Audience: VET, School, Adult Ed, Youth
- Register Here
eTwinning Onsite Course: Active Citizenship
This course will bring together secondary school and VET teachers from across Europe who are interested in eTwinning and promoting active citizenship.
- Event Date: Thu Mar 20th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 24.02.25
- Audience: Secondary School & VET Teachers, eTwinning users of any level
eTwinning Onsite Course: Multilateral Seminar for Ambassadors
This seminar is coordinated by the Maltese, Spanish and Estonian National Support Organisations to bring together ambassadors from across the eTwinning countries to promote collaboration and share best practice.
- Event Date: Thu Mar 20th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 24.02.25
- Audience: eTwinning Ambassadors
Study visit on Local Youth Work – Lithuania 2025
Study visit aims to explore youth work in Lithuania
- Event Date: Mon Mar 31st
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 28.02.25
- Audience: Erasmus+ Youth
- Register Here
PARTNERSHIP BUILDING ACTIVITY: Creating opportunities on inclusion and diversity in ESC projects.
Planing an ESC project on inclusion and diversity? If you want to organise an ESC project with young people with fewer opportunities related to disabilities, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with potential partners!
- Event Date: Mon Apr 28th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-Person
- Registration Deadline: 21.02.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, Youth, ESC
- Register Here
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