Youth Exchanges
✅ What It Is
Youth Exchanges bring together groups of young people from different countries to meet, live, and work together for a short period (usually 5–21 days). The projects focus on non-formal learning: workshops, discussions, outdoor activities, etc.
🎯 Goals
Promote intercultural understanding
Develop soft skills (communication, teamwork, leadership)
Encourage active citizenship
📌 Requirements
Age: 13–30 years old (most exchanges target 16–25)
Nationality: Resident of an EU or Erasmus+ program/partner country
Group Participation: You apply through a sending organization (NGO, youth group)
No experience or qualifications required
💸 What’s Covered
Travel Costs: Covered up to a set limit based on distance
Accommodation & Food: 100% free
Participation Fee: Sometimes a small fee (€0–€50), depending on the organizer
Insurance: Often included or recommended
Training Courses
✅ What It Is
These are short-term learning programs (5–10 days) for youth workers, educators, and volunteers. They focus on improving skills related to youth work, project development, inclusion, mental health, sustainability, etc.
🎯 Goals
Equip participants with tools and methods
Share good practices across countries
Build international partnerships
📌 Requirements
Age: Usually 18+
Profile: Youth worker, volunteer, NGO member, or aspiring in the field
Language: Basic English (courses are international)
💸 What’s Covered
Travel: Reimbursed based on distance bands
Accommodation & Meals: Fully covered
Participation Fee: Usually free or minimal
Certificate: Youthpass at the end of the project
European Solidarity Corps (ESC)
✅ What It Is
ESC allows young people to volunteer full-time (2–12 months) or short-term (2 weeks–2 months) in social projects across Europe.
🎯 Areas of Volunteering
Environment
Social inclusion
Youth work
Education
Cultural heritage
Disaster recovery
📌 Requirements
Age: 18–30
Nationality: EU or partner country resident
No experience or qualifications required
Must register on the ESC portal
💸 What’s Covered
Travel: Round-trip reimbursed
Accommodation & Food: Provided
Pocket Money: Monthly allowance (~€150–€300 depending on country)
Language Support: Online language course (OLS)
Insurance: Full health insurance included
Visa Support: If needed
