Project Types:

Youth Exchange

Age of participants: 13–30
What it’s about: non-formal learning, workshops, intercultural dialogue, teamwork
What makes it different: ideal for beginners, no prior experience or expertise required

Youth exchanges are non-formal educational programs for young people who want to explore new cultures, discuss current social topics, and develop their skills in an international environment. Activities include workshops, simulation games, creative tasks, and sports. Participants co-create the programme and take an active role throughout the exchange, which typically lasts between 5 and 21 days. Perfect as a first step into Erasmus+.

Training Course

Age of participants: 18+
What it’s about: professional development, new methods, practice sharing, facilitation
What makes it different: designed for youth workers, trainers, educators, and facilitators

Training courses are tailored for professionals involved in non-formal education. Participants gain new competencies, explore innovative methodologies, and exchange good practices. The topics vary – from leadership and digital tools to ecology and inclusion. Training activities usually last 5 to 10 days and aim to improve the quality and impact of youth work.

European Solidarity Corps (ESC)

Age of participants: 18–30
What it’s about: long-term volunteering in non-profit sectors, community support
What makes it different: the longest and most immersive type of project, with full integration in daily work

The European Solidarity Corps enables young people to engage in meaningful volunteer work that benefits local communities across Europe. Projects last from 2 weeks to 12 months and include activities in schools, environmental centres, cultural institutions or social services. Participants gain valuable life and work experience, while learning responsibility, independence, and collaboration.

Seminar

Age of participants: usually 18+ (mainly professionals)
What it’s about: sharing experiences, reflection, networking
What makes it different: less hands-on, more analytical and discussion-based format

International seminars bring together youth workers, trainers, coordinators, or project managers who wish to reflect on their work, discuss current challenges, and build strategies for future development. These events are typically thematic and focus on exchanging perspectives, enhancing cooperation, and identifying trends in the youth sector.

Contact Making Event (CME)

Age of participants: usually 18+ (representatives of organisations)
What it’s about: partnership building, project development
What makes it different: focused entirely on networking and future cooperation

Contact Making Events are dedicated to organisations that are looking to start new international projects. Participants present their organisations, meet potential partners, and develop project ideas together. CME is an excellent starting point for newcomers as well as experienced coordinators aiming to expand their international networks.

DiscoverEU – Inclusion Action

Age of participants: 18
What it’s about: travelling across Europe, informal learning, personal growth
What makes it different: short-term, travel-based, and open to groups with fewer opportunities

DiscoverEU gives eighteen-year-olds the chance to explore Europe, its cultures, history, and values through travel. Within the Inclusion Action, this opportunity is extended to young people with fewer opportunities, who can travel in supported groups led by a youth organisation. Trips last several days or weeks and serve as a unique experience of independence, discovery, and learning on the move.

Job Shadowing

Age of participants: usually 18+ (youth workers or education professionals)
What it’s about: observing a peer's work in real settings, practical learning
What makes it different: individual, observation-based learning experience without active facilitation

Job shadowing is a form of informal learning where the participant observes the daily work of a more experienced colleague or team in a host organisation abroad. It’s ideal for professionals seeking inspiration, hands-on insights into methods and practices, or deeper cooperation with partner organisations. A great tool for practical learning and knowledge transfer.

Study Visit

Age of participants: 18+ (mainly youth workers and institutional representatives)
What it’s about: visiting organisations, exploring educational approaches, exchanging know-how
What makes it different: observational and analytical rather than participatory

Study visits allow participants to explore different youth or educational organisations abroad and observe their working methods, organisational models, and innovative approaches. These short-term stays help professionals gain new insights and bring fresh ideas into their own contexts. Especially suitable for experienced staff looking for inspiration or strategic innovation.