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SUMMARY:European Rural Youth Forward Conference 2026 – “From Vision to Action”
DESCRIPTION:This high-level event is organised by Rural Youth Europe in collaboration with EPA! –  Rural Youth of Spain\, and will bring together around 100 participants\, including rural youth leaders\, representatives of youth-led and young farmer’s organisations\, and European policy-makers. The conference is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union and the European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe. \nRegistration is now closed.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/european-rural-youth-forward-conference-2026-from-vision-to-action/
LOCATION:Asturias
CATEGORIES:Youth
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SUMMARY:International training: Rural Youth Empowerment: Unlocking Erasmus+ & European Solidarity Corps 2.0
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of an organisation or informal group in a LAG area? Want to empower rural youth and explore Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps opportunities? Interested in meeting international partners? Then apply for the training “Rural Youth Empowerment: Unlocking Erasmus+ & European Solidarity Corps 2.0”! \nThe target group of this training are people from EU countries who work at a LEADER Local Action Group (LAG) or are directly involved with the LEADER programme. The aim of the training is to introduce EU Youth Programmes Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps funding opportunities to organizations working with rural youth because youth living in remote rural areas are one of the priority groups for the programmes. \nThe event also offers opportunity for networking and finding international partners. \nRegister soon! Only 30 spots available! \nNo time for the four day seminar? Join the online seminar instead on October 2nd. More here.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/international-training-rural-youth-empowerment-unlocking-erasmus-european-solidarity-corps-2-0/
LOCATION:Bucharest\, Romania
CATEGORIES:External,Youth
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SUMMARY:LEADER LAGs and EU Youth Programs: Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps vol.2
DESCRIPTION:Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes can be used to enpower rural youth by LEADER organizations. The webinar aims to inspire and connect LAGs by showcasing successful projects\, sharing experiences\, and providing networking opportunities. \nThe webinar aims to inspire and connect LEADER LAGs by showcasing successful projects\, sharing real-life experiences\, and providing networking opportunities. \nThrough presentations and interviews with organizations that have successfully implemented Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps projects\, participants will gain insights into the impact of these programs on rural youth\, community engagement\, and cross-border cooperation (aim no.1). Additionally\, the webinar will serve as a networking platform\, allowing participants to exchange experiences\, discuss challenges\, and explore potential collaborations (aim no.2). With the support of the CAP Network\, this initiative also highlights the importance of youth participation in LEADER and CLLD (Community-Led Local Development) strategies. \nThe seminar will not introduce the LEADER programme\, as participants are expected to be aware of it. \nThe participants will be invited to join the online platform Howspace\, where space will be provided for continued discussions and knowledge-sharing beyond the event itself\, ensuring that the connections and ideas sparked during the webinars lead to long-term cooperation. Neither Erasmus+ nor the European Solidarity Corps programmes will be presented in detail at the seminar\, but participants will be offered access to programme related materials on the Howspace environment. \nThe webinar is designed for the following target groups of participants: \n– LEADER LAG Representatives – Project managers\, coordinators\, and board members looking for inspiration and practical guidance on using E+ and ESC for youth engagement. \n– Rural Development Practitioners – Individuals working in local or regional development who want to integrate youth-focused European projects into their activities. \n– Youth Workers & Community Leaders – Those who collaborate with young people in rural areas and seek new funding possibilities for youth participation and volunteering projects. \n– Municipality & Regional Government Representatives – Policymakers and public sector professionals responsible for youth policies\, community-led local development (CLLD)\, and cross-sector cooperation. \nProgram of the Webinar: \n13:00 Welcome & Opening Remarks \n13:15 Inspiration Session: Best Practices from LEADER LAGs and Q&A. \n14:15 Where to find information about Erasmus+ & ESC Funding\, short introduction Howspace platform \n14:30 BREAK (and opportunity to explore Howspace) \n15:00 Networking in small groups: Finding partners for future projects\, brainstorming potential E+ or ESC project ideas for LAGs\, Exchange of resources and collaboration opportunities. \n16:00 Wrap-up & Next Steps\, future opportunities \n16:30 End of the webinar. \nREGISTER NOW IN THE LINK BELOW
URL:https://elard.eu/event/leader-lags-and-eu-youth-programs-erasmus-and-european-solidarity-corps-vol-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External,Youth
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