🔑 Key Information
Activity ⭐️ Title
Into the Future (5th Edition)
Activity 🔶 Type | 📆 Dates | 📍Location
Training Course
9-15 September 2026 | Osterholz-Scharmbeck (near Bremen), Germany
🌍 Erasmus+ explained — the complete beginner's guide to Europe's largest youth programme.Millions of young people have taken part in Erasmus+ since its launch, but many still don't fully understand what the programme actually includes, who it's for, or how to get involved. This in-depth guide breaks down everything: the different types of mobility, funding opportunities, eligibility criteria, and what you can realistically expect from participating. If you've ever wondered whether Erasmus+ is right for you, this guide gives you all the answers in one place. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/15096/
❗️What Is This Training About?
This training course is going to provide the space to explore best-case practices and improve youth work competences based on the ETS Competence Model for Youth Workers.
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ℹ️ Description About The Opportunity
This training course will provide the space to explore challenges, improve youth work competences and create long-lasting partnerships based on the ETS Competence Model for Youth Workers.
`Into the Future´ is a training of youth workers, where participants explore some of the ETS competence areas. Additionally, this training course provides the space to explore challenges, improve youth work practices, and potentially create long-lasting partnerships.
We are focusing on the following youth workers competences:
(1) Communicating Meaningfully, (2) Cooperating successfully in teams, (3) Designing educational programmes and (4) Facilitating group learning processes.
Participants are staying in Osterholz-Scharmbeck https://kulturgruppenhaus.de/ and will share rooms with one to three other people. The place is rather remotely secluded and shops are not easily accessible.
The training course will be hosted by NaturKultur e.V. and the group learning processes will be facilitated by three experienced trainers who have multiple years of experience in the field of youth work. Additionally, we make sure that the trainers have well-distinguished professional backgrounds so that different perspectives will be provided.
Training overview
This Training Course is
for 24 participants
from Croatia, Czech Republic, Germany, Greece, Spain, Türkiye
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth leaders, Volunteering mentors, Youth coaches
Accessibility info:
This activity and venue place are accessible to people with disabilities.
Working language(s):
English
Organiser:
NaturKultur e.V. (Youth NGO)
www.naturkultur.eu
✅ 10 practical tips to write a stronger Erasmus+ or ESC application and actually get selected. With growing competition for spots in Erasmus+ and ESC projects, a well-crafted application can genuinely make or break your chances. This guide shares 10 concrete, actionable tips based on what selection committees actually look for — covering everything from how to frame your motivation to the common mistakes that get applications rejected. If you're serious about getting selected, take the time to read this before you hit submit. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/8396/
📥 Contact
Contact for questions:
Andre Garcia
E-Mail:
Phone: +4917620522413
💶 Costs
Costs
Participation fee
The hosting organisation charges a participation fee of 30 Euro per person. The fee will be deducted from the travel reimbursement.
Accommodation and food
Food and accommodation are covered from the 9th to the 15th of September 2026. All other costs need to be covered by the individuals.
Travel reimbursement
Travel reimbursement is based on the current Erasmus+ programme guide. The amount depends on the travel distance. Please look at the info pack to find out more.
📜 Certificate
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:
https://youthworkshub.org/15122
⚠️ Important Dates
Application deadline (24h UTC): 25 June 2026
Date of selection: 30 June 2026
🔗 Official Link
🗂️ Documents
INFOPACK_Into The Future_Sep. 2026.pptx (2).pdf
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📖 The real story behind every Erasmus+ and ESC journey — what happens before, during, and after.Every Erasmus+ and ESC project has an official timeline: application, preparation, mobility, evaluation. But the real story is much richer than that. This article takes you through what genuinely happens at each stage of a project's life — the doubts, the breakthroughs, the unexpected friendships, and the quiet moments that change everything. A deeply human look at what these programmes mean beyond the paperwork. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/15180/
🚨 How to spot a real Erasmus+ or ESC project — and protect yourself from fake offers. As the popularity of Erasmus+ and ESC grows, so does the number of fraudulent offers mimicking legitimate projects. Fake calls, scam organisations, and misleading listings can be difficult to identify — especially for first-time applicants. This guide gives you the specific red flags to watch for, the verification steps you should always take, and the key differences between genuine EU-funded projects and imitations. Stay informed, stay safe. 👉 https://youthworkshub.org/15135/
⚠️ Important Notice
1️⃣ Source of Information
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4️⃣ Funding
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