From 4 to 6 February 2025, the National Erasmus+ Offices (NEOs), International Capacity Building Projects (ICPs), and Erasmus+ National Focal Points (ENFPs) convened in Brussels for a regional workshop. The event was hosted by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) at the Radisson Collection Hotel, Grand Place.
Aim:
The workshop aimed to enhance the capacity of Erasmus+ NEOs and partners in managing and promoting international projects, strengthen cross-regional cooperation, and share best practices for project implementation, visibility, and reporting.
Objectives:
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Provide updates on Erasmus+ calls, selection results, and trends for 2023–2024.
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Deliver training sessions on mobility and cooperation actions (CBHE, CBVET, CB Youth, CB Sport, Jean Monnet) and project management.
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Strengthen visibility and dissemination strategies, including promoting international cooperation, project impact, and outreach.
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Facilitate peer exchange and networking among NEOs, ENFPs, and ICPs.
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Support NEOs in reporting, documentation, audit-readiness, and implementation of new grant agreements.
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Offer workshops on capacity building, mentoring, and proposal preparation to improve the quality and sustainability of Erasmus+ projects.
Key Activities:
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Opening remarks by EACEA and DG EAC officials, highlighting the EU policy agenda and strategic priorities.
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Training sessions on project management, international mobility, and cooperation actions.
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Regional workshops for ENFPs and NEOs to share best practices and lessons learned.
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Networking sessions, bilateral meetings, and visits to the European Parliament to foster inter-agency cooperation.
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Practical sessions on visibility, communication, and maximizing project impact.
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Interactive panels on project reporting, financial documentation, and audit preparation.
Expected Outcomes:
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Enhanced knowledge and skills of NEOs in managing Erasmus+ projects, including reporting and audit compliance.
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Stronger collaboration and networking across NEOs, ICPs, and ENFPs to foster regional synergies.
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Improved understanding of visibility strategies, international mobility, and capacity-building initiatives.
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Consolidated experience-sharing to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of Erasmus+ programmes in participating countries
