Youth Works Hub has 16 fully funded ESC and Erasmus+ opportunities for 2026 in Spain, Serbia, Uganda, Georgia, Germany, Italy and Türkiye. The batch holds 9 volunteering placements with the European Solidarity Corps and 7 Erasmus+ opportunities: 3 youth exchanges, 2 e-learning activities, 1 international seminar and 1 training course, for young people, youth workers, trainers and youth leaders.
The ESC placements in Serbia, Uganda and Georgia last a total of 30 to 52 weeks, while the project in Spain is short-term, from 13 December 2026 to 6 February 2027. The Erasmus+ side includes an Erasmus+ youth exchange in each of Türkiye, Italy and Germany. If you are choosing between the two programmes, start with ESC vs Erasmus+.
Each call has its own angle:
🇪🇸 Spain: Organic farming, daily guided visits in English and Spanish and an Afforestation Day in Betanzos.
🇷🇸 Serbia: A 52-week project assistant placement in Belgrade contributing to social inclusion initiatives for vulnerable groups.
🇺🇬 Uganda: Running training on digital communication, social media and ICT for staff and local partners in Kampala.
🇬🇪 Georgia: Training on entrepreneurship, business planning and financial management for internally displaced youth and women in Mtskheta.
🇹🇷 Türkiye: Bridges for Democracy in Kemer, specifically designed for young people with fewer opportunities.
🇮🇹 Italy: Trick or Truth? in Pesaro, on recognising misleading environmental claims and verifying information.
🇩🇪 Germany: Mindful Bites, Healthy Lives in Osterholz-Scharmbeck, on food literacy, emotional eating, body image and mental well-being.
🇪🇸 Spain: An 8-week online course on climate action skills for participants living in Africa or Europe.
ESC placements are fully funded, covering flight, accommodation, food, pocket money and insurance. The Erasmus+ youth exchanges, international seminar and training course cover travel and stay, and the 2 e-learning activities run online. One training course states a participation fee of 25 euro, paid only by selected participants.
📅 Deadlines: As soon as possible (4) · 15 Nov (3) · 18 Nov (8) · 30 Nov (1) 🌍 Countries: 🇪🇸 Spain (4) · 🇷🇸 Serbia (3) · 🇺🇬 Uganda (3) · 🇬🇪 Georgia (2) · 🇩🇪 Germany (2) · 🇮🇹 Italy · 🇹🇷 Türkiye
In This Batch
- 📅 As soon as possible · 🇪🇸 Spain · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇷🇸 Serbia · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇺🇬 Uganda · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇬🇪 Georgia · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇷🇸 Serbia · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇺🇬 Uganda · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇬🇪 Georgia · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇷🇸 Serbia · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 18 Nov · 🇺🇬 Uganda · ESC Volunteering
- 📅 As soon as possible · 🇹🇷 Türkiye · Youth Exchange
- 📅 As soon as possible · 🇮🇹 Italy · Youth Exchange
- 📅 As soon as possible · 🇩🇪 Germany · Youth Exchange
- 📅 15 Nov · 🇪🇸 Spain · International Seminar
- 📅 15 Nov · 🇪🇸 Spain · E-learning (online)
- 📅 15 Nov · 🇪🇸 Spain · E-learning (online)
- 📅 30 Nov · 🇩🇪 Germany · Training Course
What's in this batch:
9 ESC Volunteering · 3 Youth Exchanges · 2 E-learning · 1 International Seminar · 1 Training Course · 7 Countries
🌱 ESC Volunteering Opportunities
1. 🇪🇸 ESC Volunteering in Spain 🌱 Organic Farming Heritage Guiding and Forest Awareness 🌲
📅 Deadline: As soon as possible!
📍 Betanzos, Spain · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 13 December 2026 to 6 February 2027
ESC Volunteering in Spain on organic farming, heritage guiding and forest awareness is a short-term individual volunteering project in Betanzos for young people aged 18-30 interested in organic farming, sustainable lifestyle practices and cultural exchange. Volunteers take part in organic farming, help organise a Youth Fair, conduct daily guided visits to Pazo de Illobre in English and Spanish, join an Afforestation Day and organise an Intercultural Night.
Only applicants from Türkiye can apply, and no specific prior experience is required. Volunteers receive a food allowance of 6€ per day and pocket money of 6€ per day, international travel costs are reimbursed up to 580 EUR, and online language training in Spanish is included.
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2. 🇷🇸 ESC Volunteering in Serbia 🤝 Project Assistant for Social Inclusion of Vulnerable Groups 📋
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Belgrade, Serbia · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 52 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Serbia as a project assistant is an individual placement in Belgrade for young people aged 18-30, contributing to initiatives that promote social inclusion and dignity for vulnerable groups. You will support the project manager, handle administrative tasks and take part in field visits. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience.
3. 🇺🇬 ESC Volunteering in Uganda 💻 Digital Empowerment Trainer for Youth Workers and Communities 📱
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Kampala, Uganda · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 30 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Uganda as a digital empowerment trainer is a project in Kampala for young people aged 18-30, tackling the digital divide. Volunteers run training on digital communication, social media and ICT for staff and local partners and help upgrade digital platforms. The position is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 5 months.
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4. 🇬🇪 ESC Volunteering in Georgia 📣 Communication and Fundraising for Displaced Communities 🤝
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Tserovani settlement, Mtskheta, Georgia · ⏳ 40 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Georgia in communication and fundraising is an individual placement in the Tserovani settlement in Mtskheta, strengthening the visibility and financial sustainability of civil society organisations supporting IDP communities. You will develop communication strategies, manage social media platforms, create content and organise fundraising campaigns over a total of 40 weeks.
5. 🇷🇸 ESC Volunteering in Serbia 📷 Media and Communication Assistant at a Humanitarian Organisation 📱
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Novi Pazar, Serbia · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 40 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Serbia as a media and communication assistant is an individual placement in Novi Pazar for young people aged 18-30 with a background or strong interest in communications, marketing, journalism or media. You will manage social media channels, capture photo and video materials and track PR campaign results for a humanitarian organisation. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 3 months.
6. 🇺🇬 ESC Volunteering in Uganda 🏫 Education and Teacher Development in Community Schools 📚
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Kampala, Uganda · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 30 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Uganda in education and teacher development is a project in Kampala for young people aged 18-30, bringing learner-centred methods to community schools. Volunteers assist in classrooms, help strengthen teachers' pedagogical skills and deliver computer and digital literacy lessons. The position is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 5 months.
7. 🇬🇪 ESC Volunteering in Georgia 💼 Entrepreneurship Trainer for Displaced Youth and Women 🌱
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Tserovani settlement, Mtskheta, Georgia · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 40 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Georgia as an entrepreneurship trainer is an individual placement in the Tserovani settlement in Mtskheta for young people aged 18-30 with a background or strong interest in entrepreneurship, business development or economics. You will design and facilitate training sessions for internally displaced youth and women and guide participants in developing viable business ideas. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 3 months.
8. 🇷🇸 ESC Volunteering in Serbia 🤲 Social Program Assistant Supporting Vulnerable Youth and Families 📚
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Novi Pazar, Serbia · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 40 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Serbia as a social program assistant is an individual placement in Novi Pazar for young people aged 18-30 with a background or strong interest in social work, community development or humanitarian action. You will assist in project planning and proposal writing, plan and facilitate educational activities for at-risk youth and families and conduct outreach to vulnerable groups. The placement is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 3 months.
9. 🇺🇬 ESC Volunteering in Uganda ♿ Inclusive Education and Care for Children With Special Needs 🤝
📅 Deadline: 18 November 2026
📍 Kampala, Uganda · 👥 Young people aged 18-30 · ⏳ 30 weeks
ESC Volunteering in Uganda in inclusive education and care is a project in Kampala for young people aged 18-30, supporting children with special needs and promoting inclusive practices. Volunteers help with daily care, basic life skills and early childhood development lessons and visit families in the community. The position is not suitable for candidates with previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience exceeding 5 months.
🎓 Erasmus+ Opportunities
10. 🇹🇷 Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Türkiye 🏛️ Bridges for Democracy: Active Citizenship, Multiculturalism and Intercultural Dialogue 🤝
📅 Deadline: As soon as possible!
📍 Kemer, Antalya, Türkiye · 👥 Young people aged 18-30, group leaders with no age limit · ⏳ 19 to 29 November 2026 (11 days) · 💶 No participation fee
Bridges for Democracy is an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Kemer, Antalya, from 19 to 29 November 2026, bringing together 38 participants, group leaders included, from Germany, Latvia, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia and Türkiye to focus on democracy, active citizenship, multiculturalism and intercultural understanding. Through interactive workshops, group discussions, simulations, role plays and intercultural evenings, participants discuss democratic challenges in their own communities, challenge stereotypes and develop teamwork, leadership and communication skills.
The exchange is specifically designed for young people with fewer opportunities aged 18-30, each country also sends one group leader with no age limit, and participants need to communicate in English at a basic level. There is no participation fee: food and accommodation are covered, and travel is reimbursed after the project.
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11. 🇮🇹 Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Italy 🌱 Trick or Truth?: Greenwashing, Sustainability and Critical Thinking Exchange for Young People Aged 18-25 🔎
📅 Deadline: As soon as possible!
📍 Pesaro, Italy · 👥 Young people aged 18-25, group leaders at least 18 with no upper age limit · ⏳ 14 to 22 December 2026 · 💶 The infopack mentions no participation fee
Trick or Truth? is an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Pesaro, Italy, from 14 to 22 December 2026, for young people aged 18-25 from Italy, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Türkiye interested in sustainability, environmental awareness, greenwashing and social media. Through workshops, debates, simulations and digital fact-checking, participants learn to recognise misleading environmental claims, verify information and understand labels and certifications, and they create infographics, short videos and practical checklists.
No previous Erasmus+ experience is required, and special attention is given to first-time participants and young people with fewer opportunities. The infopack mentions no participation fee, meals are provided and travel is reimbursed up to a set budget.
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12. 🇩🇪 Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Germany 🥗 Mindful Bites, Healthy Lives: Food Literacy, Mindful Eating, Emotional Eating, Body Image and Mental Well-Being for Young People Aged 18-25 🧘
📅 Deadline: As soon as possible!
📍 Osterholz-Scharmbeck, Lower Saxony, Germany · 👥 Young people aged 18-25 (a few places up to 30 if justified), group leaders 18+ with no upper age limit · ⏳ 26 November to 4 December 2026
Mindful Bites, Healthy Lives is an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Osterholz-Scharmbeck, Lower Saxony, Germany, from 26 November to 4 December 2026, for young people aged 18-25 (a few places up to 30 if justified) from Germany, North Macedonia, Türkiye, Poland, Serbia and Spain. Through mindfulness practices, intercultural cooking, peer learning and creative workshops, participants explore food literacy, emotional eating, body image, social-media pressure and mental well-being.
Accommodation and meals are 100% covered by Erasmus+ and travel is reimbursed up to your country's limit. The profile includes young people coming from rural areas, disadvantaged backgrounds or facing social and economic barriers, and all participants share the responsibility to help in the kitchen.
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13. 🇪🇸 Erasmus+ Training Course in Spain 🤖 Responsible AI and Digital Tools for EU Youth Goals 💡
📅 Deadline: 15 November 2026
📍 Hondarribia, Basque Country, Spain · 👥 Youth workers, trainers, youth leaders and project managers aged 18+
Responsible AI and Digital Tools for EU Youth Goals is an international seminar in Hondarribia, in the Basque Country, for youth workers, trainers, youth leaders and project managers aged 18+ to exchange good practices, digital tools and virtual components developed within Erasmus+ Youth and European Solidarity Corps projects. The focus is on responsible AI use, digital literacy and youth participation, with a methodology based on non-formal learning, peer-to-peer exchange, interactive workshops and project showcases.
14. 🇪🇸 Erasmus+ Online E Learning by Spain 🌍 Climate Action Skills for Young Leaders in Africa and Europe 🌱
📅 Deadline: 15 November 2026
📍 Online · 👥 Youth workers, young activists and community leaders aged 18 to 30 living in Africa or Europe · ⏳ 8 weeks
Climate Action Skills for Young Leaders in Africa and Europe is an 8-week online course for youth workers, young activists and community leaders aged 18 to 30 living in Africa or Europe who want to take climate action in their communities. The six modules include climate change and sustainability, circular economy, and advocacy and community engagement. Each week includes live online sessions and about 6 hours of learning at home, and applicants should be able to take part in English and commit to the full course.
15. 🇪🇸 Erasmus+ Online E Learning by Spain 🤝 Creating Meaningful Volunteer Engagement Among Young People 💡
📅 Deadline: 15 November 2026
📍 Online · 👥 Youth workers, trainers, youth leaders, volunteering mentors and youth coaches
Creating Meaningful Volunteer Engagement Among Young People is an interactive online seminar for youth workers, trainers, youth leaders, volunteering mentors and youth coaches on how to engage, support and empower young volunteers. Through practical examples, interactive discussions and a best-practice exchange, you will reflect on common challenges, share solutions and discover approaches to apply in your own organisation.
16. 🇩🇪 Erasmus+ Training Course in Germany ✊ Responding to Anti Feminism With Girls and Young Women 💬
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2026
📍 Berlin, Germany · 👥 Youth workers, trainers, educators and youth leaders · 💶 Participation fee of 25 euro
Responding to Anti Feminism With Girls and Young Women is a training course and co-creation lab in Berlin for youth workers, trainers, educators and youth leaders who want to strengthen the agency of girls and young women and help them respond to anti-feminist narratives in digital spaces. Topics include misogyny and gender stereotypes online, the role of algorithms, AI and digital literacy, and educational approaches for working on these topics with young people. There is a participation fee of 25 euro, paid only by selected participants, while full board, accommodation and travel are included.
💡 Note from youthworker_eu: a participation fee like this is usually a contribution the organisation asks for its own institutional capacity, not a cost of the programme. It is never paid at application, only by selected participants, and in many cases it can be negotiated or even waived by the organisation. If an organisation asks you to pay at the application stage, report it to the National Agency or the European Commission and let us know, so we can report it too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a participation fee for these ESC and Erasmus+ opportunities?
The Erasmus+ training course in Berlin is the only one of these 16 opportunities whose listing states a participation fee: 25 euro, paid only by selected participants. Full board, accommodation and travel are included in that course. Bridges for Democracy, the youth exchange in Kemer, states that there is no participation fee, with food and accommodation covered and travel reimbursed after the project. Trick or Truth?, the youth exchange in Pesaro, mentions no participation fee in its infopack. A participation fee is never paid at application, so an organisation asking for payment at that stage should be reported to the National Agency or the European Commission. The guide on how to spot fake offers covers the warning signs.
Who can apply for these ESC and Erasmus+ opportunities?
Eligibility differs by listing, and the ESC Volunteering project in Spain is open only to applicants from Türkiye. According to Youth Works Hub's review of these calls, the 8 ESC placements in Serbia, Uganda and Georgia are each open to applicants from 37 countries, and 7 of them are for young people aged 18-30 with a limit on previous ESC/EVS/EU volunteering experience. The youth exchanges accept applicants from 5 or 6 countries each, with ages of 18-30 in Türkiye, 18-25 in Italy and 18-25 in Germany, where a few places go up to 30 if justified. The seminar in Hondarribia is open to 35 countries and the training course in Berlin to 34, while the two e-learning activities are open to 81 and 250 countries. The overview of eligible countries for Erasmus+ and ESC gives the wider picture.
Which ESC and Erasmus+ deadline comes first?
Four calls have no fixed date and ask you to apply as soon as possible, and the first fixed deadline is 15 November 2026. The as-soon-as-possible group is the ESC Volunteering project in Spain and the youth exchanges in Türkiye, Italy and Germany. Bridges for Democracy in Türkiye starts on 19 November 2026. The international seminar in Hondarribia and the two e-learning activities close on 15 November 2026, the 8 ESC placements in Serbia, Uganda and Georgia close on 18 November 2026, and the training course in Berlin closes on 30 November 2026. These application tips for Erasmus+ and ESC can help you prepare before a deadline.
Social inclusion, displaced communities, digital skills and inclusive education shape the volunteering placements, while the Erasmus+ calls move through democracy, greenwashing, food literacy, responsible AI, climate action and volunteer engagement. For a longer view, read whether ESC is worth it and what the career impact of Erasmus+ can look like.
Youth Works Hub brings calls like these together in one place. Open the listing that fits you, read it in full and apply through its link.
