๐ Key Information
Activity โญ๏ธ Title
Bringing Agile Learning into Youth Work
๐ช๐บ What is Erasmus+? Erasmus+ is the EU's programme for education, training, youth and sport, with a โฌ26.2 billion budget for 2021โ2027. It funds study abroad, internships, youth exchanges, training courses and youth worker mobility. This overview covers who is eligible, every activity type and what's funded. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/erasmusplus
Activity ๐ถ Type | ๐ Dates | ๐Location
Seminar
21 September 2026 | online, Czech Republic
โ๏ธWhat Is This Training About?
How do we move away from asking "How do we deliver content?" to "How do we create a learning process that helps people grow, adapt, and learn continuously?"
โ Who can apply for Erasmus+ and ESC? Eligibility depends on activity: ages 13โ30 for most Erasmus+ youth activities and 18โ30 for ESC volunteering (up to 35 for humanitarian aid), plus country and residence rules. This guide covers roles, inclusion support, language needs and the profile coordinators look for. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/whocanapply
โน๏ธ Description About The Opportunity
The world around us is changing faster than ever. Technologies evolve, professions shift, and information becomes outdated in the blink of an eye. In todayโs landscape, success depends not just on what we know, but on how quickly we can learn, adapt, and respond to change.
How do we move away from asking "How do we deliver content?" and start asking "How do we create a learning process that helps people grow, adapt, and learn continuously?"
Join us for the official launch of our brand-new Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) and practical manual, designed to transform how we approach youth work, non-formal education, and facilitator-led environments!
What is Agile Learning?
Inspired by flexible, iterative approaches in the IT sector, Agile Learning reimagines education. Rather than treating learning as a rigid lineโplan, teach, test, finishโit treats learning as an ongoing cycle of experimentation, feedback, reflection, and self-direction.
This shift transforms learners from passive consumers into active co-creators of their own journey, building key modern competencies:
- Problem-solving & Critical thinking
- Active collaboration & Communication
- Adaptability & Self-management
What to Expect at the Launch Event
At this launch event, you will:
- Discover the MOOC & Manual: Get a first look at our interactive, self-paced online course and practical facilitation toolkit.
- Explore Real-World Applications: Learn practical frameworks to create flexible, participatory, and learner-centered environments.
- Hear from the Creators: Listen to insights and lessons learned from international trainings, practice mentoring, and field testing.
- Connect & Network: Meet educators, trainers, youth workers, and facilitators from across Europe.
Who Should Attend?
- Youth Workers & Community Leaders
- Teachers & School Educators
- Trainers & Facilitators
- Anyone passionate about innovative, learner-centered education
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The โBridging the Gapโ project is being implemented in collaboration with several partners, including:
โ ANEV, Czechia - Association for non-formal education
โ ReGreen EcoCultural Centre, Greece โ a center that supports sustainable educational programs
โ Leer Kracht Centrum eduScrum, the Netherlands โ an international network of trainers and educators who use the eduScrum method
โ Council for the Prevention of Juvenile Delinquency (SPPMD), North Macedonia
Co-financed by the European Union through Erasmus+.
๐ What is Erasmus+? (in-depth) Erasmus+ has run since 1987 and has had over 13 million participants, funding four main activities for young people. This pillar guide covers its history, funding, research-backed benefits, the full application process and an FAQ. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/what-is-erasmus-plus
Training overview
This Seminar is
for 50 participants
from Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries
, Other countries in the world
, Partner Countries Neighbouring the EU ![]()
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth coaches
Accessibility info:
This activity and venue place are accessible to people with disabilities.
Working language(s):
English
Organiser:
The Bridging the Gap Project Consortium (Others)
Co-organiser(s):
- ANEV (Others)
๐ก How do you prepare a strong Erasmus+ or ESC application? Read the call carefully, write specific motivation, show skills with examples, and state clear learning goals. This guide gives 10 practical tips plus the common mistakes that lead to rejection. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/erasmus-application-tips
๐ฅ Contact
Contact for questions:
Eva Kloudovรก
E-Mail:
Phone: 776768566
๐ถ Costs
Costs
Participation fee
0
Accommodation and food
0
Travel reimbursement
0
๐ 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/what-is-youthpass
โ ๏ธ Important Dates
Application deadline (24h UTC): 20 September 2026
Date of selection: 21 September 2026
๐ What is an Erasmus+ Training Course? A Training Course is a short funded course (5โ10 days) for youth workers, educators and NGO staff to build skills through non-formal education. This guide explains who can join, what's covered and how it differs from a Youth Exchange. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/trainingcourse
๐ Official Link
โ๏ธ What's the difference between ESC and Erasmus+? The ESC is for volunteering and solidarity, while Erasmus+ is broad learning mobility (study, training, youth exchanges). This guide compares age, funding, duration and application route, and includes a "choose this ifโฆ" decision guide. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/esc-vs-erasmus
๐ What are the age limits for Erasmus+ and ESC? Youth Exchanges are 13โ30, ESC volunteering is 18โ30 (35 for humanitarian aid), and training, youth worker mobility and study/traineeships have no upper age limit. This guide breaks down every activity and how age is counted (at the start date). ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/erasmus-age-limits
๐ถ What costs does Erasmus+ cover? For youth activities (KA152โ154) it covers travel by distance band, individual support, organisational support, preparation, inclusion support up to 100% and exceptional costs. This 2026 guide details each item and what Erasmus+ does not cover. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/what-erasmus-covers