Unlocking Learning: Neuroeducation in Youth Work is an Erasmus+ KA153 Training Course for 30 youth workers with at least 6 months of experience, hosted by Tavo Europa at La Villa Royale in MarkutiΕ‘kΔs, Trakai district, Lithuania, from 9 to 17 December 2026. There is no fixed deadline, so apply as soon as possible. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the application form and the project infopack, and this guide brings the details together.
What Is Unlocking Learning?
The course teaches youth workers how to help young people learn more easily, be more impacted by what they learn and put that information into practice in this digital age, using neuroeducation and non-formal techniques. If this format is new to you, our guide explains what an Erasmus+ Training Course is and how it works.
Project Aim
The project aims to develop youth workers' competencies in neuroeducation, empowering them to create more engaging, structured and impactful activities tailored to the diverse learning styles and needs of the groups of young people they work with.
π― Improve the competences of 30 youth workers
π§ Use neuroeducation to help young people learn and grow
𧩠Apply non-formal techniques in everyday youth work
ποΈ Bring the learning home through local follow-up activities
Mobility in Lithuania
Selected participants take part in the Training Course mobility in MarkutiΕ‘kΔs, near Vilnius, Lithuania, from 9 to 17 December 2026, and also agree to contribute to local follow-up activities after the mobility.
Who Can Apply?
The organisers are looking for participants who:
π₯ Have at least 6 months of experience in youth work
π Are above 18 years old
π§ Are motivated to learn more about neuroeducation and its role in revolutionising how young people learn and grow
β±οΈ Feel determined to get involved in the whole duration of the project
π Are willing to contribute to follow-up activities and dissemination
π€ Are motivated to share experiences and learnings
π Newcomers to Erasmus+ are welcome!
Our guide on who can apply for Erasmus+ and ESC gives a wider eligibility checklist.
Participating Countries
The application form offers six country options: Lithuania, Romania, Spain, Estonia, Latvia and Bulgaria. In the form you choose your country of residence, then fill in your name, surname, gender, birth date, city of residence, occupation, phone number and any special needs or diets.
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The Venue: La Villa Royale
The group meets at La Villa Royale, MarkutiΕ‘kiΕ³ kelias 28, MarkutiΕ‘kiΕ³ kaimas, Trakai district, Lithuania.
π² Setting: about 30 km from Vilnius city centre, surrounded by nature, described by the organisers as the perfect place to learn, connect and spend the week together
π¨ Everything on site: all costs related to the Training Course, including food and accommodation, are covered by the project
How to Reach the Venue
π¬ Arrive in Vilnius: from there, make your way to Vilnius Train Station
π Train to Trakai: take a train to Trakai and get off at TRAKAI station (the final stop); make sure not to get off at Senieji Trakai
π If there are no suitable trains: check the buses; the bus station is right next to the train station, just cross the street
π Pick-up: once you arrive in Trakai, the team can pick you up and take you to the venue
Costs: What Is Covered?
All costs related to the Training Course, including food, accommodation and other practicalities, are fully covered. Tavo Europa is not responsible for any fees you may need to pay to your sending organisation. For a wider picture, see our guide on what Erasmus+ covers.
Travel Reimbursement
Travel costs are reimbursed up to a specified limit. Any expenses above the limit must be covered by participants themselves.
π« Buy your own ticket: each participant purchases their own tickets, with support from the sending organisation and after obtaining approval from the coordinating organisation
πΊοΈ Before buying: submit your potential routes and costs for approval
βοΈ Learning agreement: buy and keep travel tickets only after the signing of the learning agreement, consultation and approval
π Ticket deadline: tickets must be purchased by 23 November 2026
π« Land travel only: travel for this project must be by land only, such as bus, train or car
π Extra days: you may arrive up to two days before or leave up to two days after the official dates and still receive a travel refund, but your own expenses on those extra days are yours to cover
π’ No agency fees: travel agency fees are not eligible, so book your tickets directly
β Lost tickets: lost or missing tickets are not reimbursed
Documents Needed for Reimbursement
To qualify for reimbursement, you must provide all necessary travel documentation:
ποΈ Original tickets
π§Ύ Invoices
π³ Proof of payment, such as bank payment receipts
π All required forms, filled in
ποΈ Completed local follow-up activities, which reimbursement depends on
Please send all required travel documents to Tavo Europa for reimbursement. Our guide on Erasmus+ travel reimbursement and distance bands explains how these amounts are usually set.
Before, During and After the Project
Before
π Check the conditions for travelling to Lithuania and returning to your country
π Stay in touch with your national coordinator and the coordinating organisation in Lithuania
π¬ Communicate with your national team and prepare for the intercultural evenings and other activities
During
π Actively participate in all workshops, sessions and planned activities
π€ Be open, respectful and ready to share your ideas and experiences
After
π£ Take part in dissemination of the project results through social media posts, videos, campaigns or other activities
ποΈ Contribute to follow-up activities, implementing the learned methods with local young people
π§Ύ Send your travel documents to Tavo Europa for reimbursement
What to Bring
πͺͺ Passport or ID card
π©Ή Any needed medicine
π₯ Insurance: please bring your EHIC card or equivalent
π Comfortable walking shoes and clothes for outdoor activities
𧴠Toiletries and shampoo, which are not provided by the hostel
πͺ Sweets, cookies or other snacks from your country for the cultural evening
πΆ Flags, games, songs, dances, quizzes and traditions to represent your country
π§Ό Personal necessities, such as a hairdryer and a reusable water bottle
About Lithuania
Lithuania, in the Baltic region of Europe, has a rich history and a vibrant culture. Vilnius, the capital, has a UNESCO-recognised medieval centre. Since gaining independence in 1990, Lithuania has embraced its European identity, joining both the EU and NATO.
π£οΈ Lithuanian, one of the world's oldest languages, is the official language
π The country's love for basketball is strong, and its national team has earned global acclaim
π³ Landscapes range from lush forests to a scenic Baltic coastline
How to Apply
Fill in the online application form, which opens with a short description of the project and asks for your personal details and country. Read the infopack first to check the dates, the profile and the reimbursement rules. To prepare a strong application, our guide on how to apply for Erasmus+ walks through the steps. Find more trainings like this in our Erasmus+ listings on Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to Unlocking Learning?
Youth workers aged 18 or older with at least 6 months of experience in youth work, from Lithuania, Romania, Spain, Estonia, Latvia or Bulgaria. Newcomers to Erasmus+ are welcome.
When and where does the Training Course take place?
From 9 to 17 December 2026 at La Villa Royale in MarkutiΕ‘kΔs, Trakai district, Lithuania, about 30 km from Vilnius.
How many participants will be selected?
The project aims to improve the competences of 30 youth workers.
Is there a participation fee?
No fee is mentioned for the course itself: all costs related to the Training Course, including food and accommodation, are fully covered. You may still owe fees to your own sending organisation, which Tavo Europa does not cover.
Are travel costs reimbursed?
Yes, up to a specified limit. You buy your own tickets after approval from the coordinating organisation and must submit original tickets, invoices and proof of payment.
By when must I buy my tickets?
By 23 November 2026, and only after you have signed the learning agreement and received approval from the coordinating organisation.
Can I fly to Lithuania?
Travel for this project must be by land only, such as bus, train or car.
Can I arrive earlier or stay longer?
Yes, up to two days before or after the official dates and still receive a travel refund, but you cover your own expenses on those extra days.
What do I have to do after the course?
Contribute to local follow-up activities with young people, help with dissemination and send all travel documents to Tavo Europa. Reimbursement depends on completing the follow-up activities and all required forms.
Do I need to be an experienced youth worker?
You need at least 6 months of experience in youth work, but you do not need previous Erasmus+ experience.
Project Snapshot
π Type: Erasmus+ Training Course (KA153)
π Location: La Villa Royale, MarkutiΕ‘kΔs, Trakai district, Lithuania
ποΈ Activity Dates: 9-17 December 2026
π Countries: Lithuania, Romania, Spain, Estonia, Latvia, Bulgaria
π Age: 18+
Deadline
β³ As soon as possible!
Links
π Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfk_KAPES389sHZrLL6MPSn42fyehIUSRlSdSGNVW0XhgiDHQ/viewform
π Infopack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YSRqf7DAv9UELa8akBNPiytfUTQ9ENOz/view
π§ Project Coordinator in Lithuania (Lorenzo Paschetto): lorenzo@tavo-europa.eu
