Info session Erasmus+ Youth Exchange

The session aims to empower Moldovan youth organizations by demystifying Erasmus+ Key Action 1 (Youth Exchanges). Participants will gain practical insights into project design, partnership building with Programme Countries, and quality criteria for successful application submissions.

Key Highlights
* Demystifying Youth Exchanges: Clear explanation of roles (partner vs. applicant), eligible costs, and non-formal learning methodology.
* Good Practices & Success Stories: Real examples of youth exchanges organized by or featuring young people from Moldova.
* Networking & Partner Finding: Interactive matchmaking space for local NGOs to connect and share project ideas.
* Q&A with the Info Centre Team: Direct guidance on available support, consultations, and upcoming application deadlines.

Agenda
1.Registration & Welcome Coffee:30 minutes.
Welcoming participants, handing out promotional materials, and warm-up icebreaker activity.
2.Opening & Erasmus Days Celebration:15 minutes.
Brief opening remarks highlighting the significance of the #ErasmusDays campaign across Europe and the role of the Info Centre in Moldova.
3.Presentation: Navigating Erasmus+ Youth Exchanges:45 minutes.
Interactive presentation covering:What is a Youth Exchange? (Objectives, target age group 13–30, duration).How Moldovan CSOs can participate as partners or lead applicants.Key elements of quality: inclusion, green travel, digital transition, and Youthpass.
4.Inspiration Panel: Impact & Real Experiences:30 minutes.Testimonials from youth workers and young leaders who participated in or coordinated Erasmus+ Youth Exchanges.
5.Interactive Workshop & Q&A:40 minutes.
Breakout session focusing on project idea brainstorming, partner identification strategies, and addressing practical application questions.6.Networking & Closing Remarks:20 minutes.
Informal networking session over refreshments, feedback collection, and details on follow-up mentorship support.