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Erasmus+: changing lives, opening minds

Erasmus+ is the European Union's flagship program for education, training, youth, and sport. While it began as a student exchange program, it has expanded to offer various opportunities for different groups and tailored on different interests:

• Higher Education Mobility: This program allows students to study at a partner institution abroad, gaining academic credits that are recognized by their home institution. It's an opportunity to experience different educational systems and teaching methods, and to build an international network of contacts.
• Vocational Education and Training (VET): VET learners and staff can participate in training programs abroad, which enhance their professional skills and employability. This includes apprenticeships, internships, and job shadowing opportunities.
• Adult Education: Adult learners and staff can engage in lifelong learning activities abroad, improving their skills and competencies. This can involve job shadowing, courses, or teaching assignments.
• Youth Exchanges: These are short-term exchanges for young people to meet their peers from other countries, participate in joint activities, and learn about different cultures. These exchanges foster social inclusion and active citizenship.
• Volunteering: The European Voluntary Service (EVS) allows young people to volunteer abroad for a period of 2-12 months. This is an opportunity to contribute to local communities, gain valuable experience, and develop personal and professional skills

Where / Served area: European Union and partner countries

Website: erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/

Why on TravaPowa:  The acronym Erasmus stands for European Region Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students, but over the years, it has come to signify much more. Just hearing the name evokes emotions, opportunities, a vision of the future, and the legendary stories of countless European students. In three decades, Erasmus has enabled 4.4 million students to study abroad. Including youth exchanges, vocational students, teachers, volunteers, and Erasmus Mundus staff, the total reaches 9.1 million, with an estimated 1 million children born to "Erasmians".

Erasmus+ is likely one of the most transformative travel experiences a young European can participate in. By pushing us out of our comfort zones, it promotes cross-cultural understanding, enhances educational and professional skills, and fosters personal growth. In essence, it encompasses everything that travel should include.

Its impact goes beyond individual participants. It strengthens the European identity, fosters mutual understanding and respect, and builds a more inclusive and cohesive Europe. By providing opportunities for people to live, study, and work in different European countries, Erasmus+ helps to break down barriers, promote intercultural dialogue, and build a sense of European solidarity.

Above all, today Erasmus mobility programmes such as Youth Exchange allow people to tackle important environmental and social issues up close, not only by raising awareness, but also by taking action.

For anyone looking to make the most of their travel experiences, Erasmus+ offers a unique opportunity to combine education, professional development, and personal growth. It’s not just about travelling; it’s about expanding your horizons, gaining new perspectives, and making a positive impact on the world. Whether you are a student, a young entrepreneur, an NGO worker, a teacher, or a volunteer, Erasmus+ has something to offer you.

The TravaPowa community is a great supporter of this approach to travel, demonstrating that travel can be both fun and a powerful tool for growth. This is why we consistently promote Erasmus projects and other Erasmus-style mobility initiatives with measurable positive impacts. The ability to immerse oneself in different cultures, learn new languages, and develop a global perspective are invaluable experiences that enrich personal and professional lives.

By supporting Erasmus+ and similar programs, we are promoting a vision of travel that goes beyond tourism. It’s about meaningful experiences, personal growth, and making a positive difference. Join us in supporting Erasmus+ and embark on a journey that will change your life and the world around you.

Take action:  Subscribe our newsletter and follow us on social media to be notified when a new Erasmus exchange or equivalent opportunity will be activated in your area through the TravaPowa Action Trips.

Want to enable impactful youth mobility and boost your CSR/ESG commitment? Get in touch with the TravaPowa team.