Exclusion, harassment and cyber-bullying are increasingly common, and can take many different forms. They can have devastating effects. But there’s a lot Erasmus+ projects can do to stop this abuse.
Teaching citizenship can take many forms, focus on many different aspects and use a whole lot of different methodologies. To take advantage of these possibilities, Erasmus+ projects have demonstrated great creativity in developing innovative approaches. Here are a few inspiring examples.
Building houses for Roma communities, taking care of disabled relatives, taking time off work to help others... Besides being a great means for making a contribution to society and meeting new people, these can all be pathways towards greater employability. There are many examples to share.
From firefighters to supermarket staff, Erasmus+ helps Europeans learn vocational skills to become active citizens. Through learning different skills, participants contribute more to society. On top of that, a number of Erasmus+ projects support vocational learners to acquire specific skills to make their work much more inclusive.
A recently completed project has shown how universities working across borders not only develop better programmes but they also give the graduates and social services practitioners a better understanding of the needs of the people they will support.
The "European Horizons" project is one of the most innovative and successful projects supported under the Erasmus+ Jean Monnet activities in the last few years. By sharing knowledge about the EU abroad, the project looks to build solidarity and democratic participation.
Active citizenship is about engaging with society. From local to national or international activities, promoting active citizenship and solidarity has been at the heart of the Erasmus programme from the beginning. Erasmus+ funds strategic partnerships projects that support social engagement of higher education institutions. These activities enhance the intercultural and civic competences of students.
Erasmus+ alumni around the world are combining their talents for social projects. Through REALISE IT, members of the Erasmus Mundus Alumni Association and the OCEANS Network create innovative projects, dealing with issues such as refugee integration. Meanwhile, Erasmus Student Network's sections across Europe work day-to-day to enrich local communities through international volunteers who learn to understand society’s problems and to work on solutions in the SocialErasmus project.
Looking for information on how to manage your Erasmus+ projects? Want to know more about the Mobility Tool+? Check out the new guide for beneficiaries, now available online.
Tired of scrolling through long, PDF-based applications? Erasmus+ applications forms are moving from an old, PDF-based format to a web format. The first pilot to be filled in fully online will be the Youth application forms. Web forms for other sectors are coming soon!
This month, we are delighted to let you in on a little secret… The Erasmus+ app is nearly ready! While we don't want to give too much away just yet, let's just say that it is sure to enhance the mobility experience for generations to come. But before the big release date, scheduled for mid-June, we need your help…
The European Solidarity Corps is starting to take shape! Around 28,000 young people have registered, hundreds of organisations have used the portal, several thousand registered young people have been contacted and dozens of placement offers have been made. After these achievements, we are excited to find out what’s next in store.
There are many ways in which the Erasmus+ programme can get you socially engaged, whether by volunteering, participating in trainings, through exchange or by getting bright new ideas.
Only a small number of high-profile athletes manage to gain a considerable income from sport. In reality, a huge number of dedicated sportspeople make sacrifices to compete without gaining any financial rewards. These athletes often have to balance the needs of their sport with the requirement to continue working or studying (a dual career), which can prove a challenge.
Young people will be celebrated across Europe during European Youth Week on 1-7 May 2017. The aim of this eighth edition is to highlight the solidarity shown by young people and the contribution they can make to society, to celebrate the Erasmus+ programme, and to give young people in Europe a voice by listening to their ideas on how to shape the future of EU youth policy.
Young people are often at risk of falling victim to networks which do damage to their well-being. Youth workers play a crucial role in supporting young people, helping them to build self-esteem and resilience, and in preventing them from accepting violence as a life choice. The European Commission has created a tool box for youth workers in their daily work.
Thanks to the European Voluntary Service, Phoebe's childhood dream to work with animals has become a reality. By following studies and training with her goal always in mind, she has landed her dream job as a primate caretaker.
The road to employment and a successful working life can be a bumpy one for young people. This is especially true for those who have difficulty at school or in their personal lives, and have dropped out of education or may be thinking of doing so. To support young adults and give them a second chance, Erasmus+ adult education projects are there to offer a helping hand.
There are eight key competences which every European citizen should possess. But acquiring all of these skills requires a lot of training and experience. Luckily for adults who wish to become entrepreneurs, some Erasmus+ projects have developed useful tools to support them, and identify the skills needed to become a successful entrepreneur.
There are 70 million European adults who struggle with literacy, numeracy, and digital skills. Many have a job, but still almost half of them are out of work. To help these people become more employable, Erasmus+ projects are working to support them so they can acquire the basic skills they need.
