Beyond Readiness

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The way we understand preparedness says something about how we understand uncertainty, and how ready we are when inevitable change comes suddenly. Download the full article, including description of the Preparedness Competence Model Download the graphic scheme of the Preparedness Competence Model Read an inspiring article from one of the participants Before you read on… […]

Beyond Borders – Plans for 2026

The Beyond Borders strategic partnership develops in the following areas defined by the project’s objectives: Practical / grass-root level activities, such as partner-finding activities, study visits or training courses etc. involving all three regions. Key events involving all three regions (e.g. larger seminars or conferences/forums). Promotional activities, showcasing of successful projects, information on the opportunities […]

Peace work | How to talk about war?

It’s 21:32. My name is Jorma. I’m staring at the half-eaten pizza in front of me and wondering how I’ve come to this situation. I’m in an Estonian restaurant. My group includes people from Germany, Palestine, Norway, Finland, Ukraine and probably from somewhere else. At least three different languages are spoken on the table and […]

Strengthening interregional youth work through institutional cooperation

What happens when regional SALTO resource centers and National Agencies of the Erasmus+ Youth and the European Solidarity Corps come together to exchange experiences and strengthen connections? The meeting From 21st to 24th October 2025, National Agencies staff and representatives from the regional SALTO Resource Centres met in Rabat for the National Agencies Staff Meeting […]

Interregional Meeting of Contact Points and Info Centres

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Introduction The Interregional Meeting of Contact Points (CPs) and Info Centres (ICs) was held from 7–11 April 2025 in Tirana and Durrës, Albania. Co-organised by SALTO SEE and Beyond Barriers Albania (BBA), the event brought together 30 representatives of Contact Points, Info Centres and National Erasmus+ Offices based in the Erasmus+ partner countries in the […]

Partnerships Beyond Borders 2025

From 19–23 May 2025, the city of Durrës, Albania, became the meeting point for 42 youth work professionals from across Europe and its neighbouring regions. “Partnerships Beyond Borders,” a dynamic partnership-building activity, brought together organisations with Erasmus+ youth accreditation and newer actors from Eastern Europe and the Caucasus, the SouthMed, and the Western Balkans. Framed […]

Bridges Beyond 2025

Meet the 3 participants: Imen, Sami and Marko. They had been part of international group of youth workers who had met in April 2025 in Morocco to network, exchange good practices, develop new partnerships, and create impactful volunteering projects within the European Solidarity Corps programme. Imen Ben Kacem comes from Tunesia and is active in the […]

Embrace – Emotional Mastery

In today’s fast-paced world, young people face a multitude of challenges that can impact their emotional well-being. From academic pressures and social media influences to personal relationships and future uncertainties, the ability to effectively manage emotions has never been more crucial. Emotional mastery involves understanding and regulating one’s emotions while coping effectiveness focuses on the […]

Stakeholder Conference: Ideas on How to Bridge the Gap

Almost 100 changemakers from 33 countries united in Bonn to reshape youth cooperation between programme and neighbouring partner countries for a more fair and connected future through Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps! Here is a glimpse of the conclusions! Read the full report of the event The Beyond Borders Stakeholder Conference, held in Bonn, Germany […]

Beyond Borders – Plans for 2025

The Beyond Borders strategic partnership develops in the following areas defined by the project’s objectives: Practical / grass-root level activities, such as partner-finding activities, study visits or training courses etc. involving all three regions. Key events involving all three regions (e.g. larger seminars or conferences/forums). Promotional activities, showcasing of successful projects, information on the opportunities […]