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1. European Parliament - Euroscola National School Competition  

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1. European Parliament - Euroscola National School Competition  

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https://www.europarl.europa.eu/euroscola/en/home.html

Aim: 1. Familiarizing young people with the functioning of European institutions
2. Raising their awareness of the role they will be called upon to play in the future organization of Europe
3. Awareness of the need to defend democracy and fundamental rights
4. Understanding how learning and using foreign languages ​​helps in approaching, solving problems, understanding the other's views and expectations
5. Familiarity and finding means that will allow young people to express their personal views and use their desire to offer.

Age limit: 16-18

Who: Local schools and Students from the 27 EU Member States can be selected to become Members of the European Parliament for one day.

Financial support: The European Parliament offers participating schools a significant grant to cover their travel and accommodation costs. The exact amount of the grant varies, depending on a number of different factors. You can contact the EP Information Office in your country for more information about the grant.

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As a result of the sanitary situation throughout Europe, Euroscola was unfortunately forced to cancel all onsite sessions which were due to take place since March 2020. However, in order to enable students and teachers alike to take part in the Euroscola programme remotely -while keeping its educational and interactive nature focused on EU issues- the European Parliament is now proposing online sessions, called "EUROSCOLA ONLINE", starting from October 2020.

Each Euroscola Online session, led by two facilitators present in the hemicycle of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, lasts two hours.

It alternates between presentations, short videos, a question-and-answer session with a MEP, a discussion with an expert from the European Parliament, opinion polls and interactive discussion sessions.

They are the folllowing dates for Euroscola 2022
Wednesday, 9th february 2022

Friday, 25th march 2022

Friday, 20th May 2022
and the following dates for 2021
Friday, 12 November 2021
The EU in the world: What do you want the future to look like? Friday, 26 November 2021
Climate change and the environment: How can we live in harmony with nature? Friday, 10 December 2021
Digital transformation: What is your vision for the digital age?
Before each session, students are invited to share their ideas and suggestions on the European Youth Ideas platform.

If your school is invited to participate remotely in one of our sessions, you will be directly contacted by your national European Parliament Liaison Office. Alternatively, we invite you to follow the sessions online via the livestream which will be available on our website and social media platforms.

We are looking forward to making Euroscola Online a great success, together with you!
Traditional onsite Euroscola sessions
Euroscola offers an immersive experience in the Chamber of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, allowing high-school students to learn about European integration by experiencing it first hand.

Students from the 27 EU Member States are selected to become Members of the European Parliament for one day.

They take the floor in plenary and committee sessions to debate and vote on resolutions on current affairs, all the while practising their language skills and making friends with fellow students from across Europe.

Teachers also have the opportunity to meet their colleagues and exchange feedback about their own classroom practices & experiences.

The first step is to participate in the national competition. The selection procedure is organised by the European Parliament Liaison Offices and may vary according to your Member State. Participation has also been extended to both applicant and former Member States of the EU.

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Get the programme and all the details to get prepared for a successful Euroscola day in Strasbourg!

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Groups choose their travel arrangements on an individual basis. Usually the teachers organise transport and accommodation for their group. Successful candidates get an important subsidy towards the cost of their journey to Strasbourg.

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As a result of the sanitary situation throughout Europe, Euroscola was unfortunately forced to cancel all onsite sessions which were due to take place since March 2020. However, in order to enable students and teachers alike to take part in the Euroscola programme remotely -while keeping its educational and interactive nature focused on EU issues- the European Parliament is now proposing online sessions, called "EUROSCOLA ONLINE", starting from October 2020.

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European Youth Portal - 1. Group: ESC solidarity project 

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https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/young-people/solidarity-projects_en

Questions:
What is the aim of the project?

What is the age limit?

Who can apply?

What is the financial support?

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If you want to make a positive change in your local community, then you can join forces with your friends to create a Solidarity Project. Just make sure all of you are registered with us.

What is a Solidarity Project?

Think about challenges in your neighbourhood and the causes that matter to you. Your project should be devoted to these types of challenge, but it can also help tackle regional or even national issues.

Your project should also demonstrate 'European value' - drawing on priorities identified by the EU, such as inclusion, climate change, democratic engagement, citizenship or gender equality.

The project can last from 2 to 12 months and will be mainly part-time. So you can do it in your free time.

Who can take part?

To take part in a Solidarity Project, you have to live in one of the programme countries.

Your group must contain at least 5 people (between 18 and 30 years) who are legally residing in the same country (there is no maximum number of people).

What financial support do I get?

You can expect €500 a month to cover the cost of managing and implementing the project. We will also cover costs linked to the involvement of a coach in the project, if one is needed.

How to apply

Unlike volunteering, traineeship or jobs (where you apply to organisations), with Solidarity Projects you request direct funding for your project.

To do so, you have to meet the deadlines set in the general call for project proposals and submit your project as a formal application (see Open Calls).

Your application will be then assessed by your National Agency.
/!\ You can apply yourself - but if you prefer, you can choose to work with an experienced organisation to apply for funding.

In the application form, you will be asked questions such as why you want to carry out this project, how it will benefit the community, and which activities you are planning to run during the preparation and implementation of the idea.

Before you apply:

1. Create your group - reach out to other young people in your community and form a group with a common idea or topic.

2. Get everyone registered - all members of the group should join the Corps.

3. Have an organisation ID (OID) - one member of the group takes the role of 'group leader' and registers for an OID, by creating an account with the European Commission.

Don't forget that you can find an organisation that is willing to apply on your behalf. They could be one that is already registered and has an OID; if not, they will obtain one for you.

As soon as you've registered and have your OID, you can continue with the next steps (even while you're waiting for it to be approved).

If you need more information, your National Agency can help you with your application.

1. Create your project - structure your ideas (goals, group members, expected outcomes, budget, activities, etc.).

2. Submit your application - using the ESC30 Solidarity Projects application form.

Don't miss the deadline, and good luck!

/!\ There might be exceptions depending on the programme country, please consult the Frequently Asked Questions () for more detail.

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If you want to make a positive change in your local community, then you can join forces with your friends to create a Solidarity Project. Just make sure all of you are registered with us. What is a Solidarity Project?Think about challenges in your neighbourhood and the causes that matter to you.

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Now you will have the opportunity to play the game as many times as you want.
Start the game with your friends, families or your loved ones and share your experience with them.
Are you ready?  Siete pronti?  Είστε έτοιμοι ? Seid ihr bereit? Οled sa valmis? Εstás listo?

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European Youth Portal: 2. Group: ESC volunteering 

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https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity/young-people/volunteering_en

Questions:
What is the aim of the project?

What is the age limit?

Who can apply?

What is the financial support?

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Most opportunities through the European Solidarity Corps are cross-border volunteering activities.

These projects are an excellent opportunity to help where needed, learn new skills, spend time abroad, maybe learn a language - and definitely come back with unforgettable memories.

With the wide range of issues covered by the projects (such as environment, health, inclusion, digital technologies, culture, sport), you're sure to find something to match your interests and background.

You have the choice between volunteering individually and in teams.

Individual volunteering

can last from 2 months up to 12 months

is full-time (between 30 and 38 hours a week)

allows you to contribute to the daily work of an organisation that is actively benefiting the local community

is usually 'cross-border' - i.e. in a different country to where you live (though it can be there too - these are called 'in-country' projects)

in some cases, you can take part for a shorter time (from 2 weeks to 2 months) - for example for participants with fewer opportunities, or disabilities

Team volunteering

If you can't commit for a long period, but still want to help the community, then check out team volunteering, which:

can last between 2 weeks and 2 months

is full-time (between 30 and 38 hours a week)

you volunteer with people from at least 2 different countries

the group will be between 10 and 40 volunteers and include people with fewer opportunities

is usually abroad, though it can be in your home country

Supporting and host organisations

If you're going abroad for individual volunteering, 2 organisations are involved:

supporting organisation - based in your home country, will help you prepare for your experience abroad (it used to be called 'sending organisation').

host organisation - will receive and help you in your destination country.

You can search for a potential supporting organisation on the accredited/Quality-Labelled organisation database.
/!\ If you are doing team volunteering, you don't need a supporting organisation.
Who can volunteer?

European Solidarity Corps volunteering activities are open to 18-30 year old people who reside in programme and partner countries.

What is covered?

You are covered by a complementary insurance

You can access a range of support services such as linguistic support and training

Your basic costs will be covered (your travel to and from the project, accommodation and food)

You'll also receive a small allowance for personal expenses (€3-6 a day, depending on the country)

If you have specific needs (e.g. a disability), these costs may also be covered

/!\ This coverage applies to volunteers in European Solidarity Corps activities.
If you are selected through the Corps portal by an organisation, which is funded through the 8 funding programmes of the first phase of the European Solidarity Corps, then your activity falls under the rules and procedures of that funding programme and not all the services mentioned above will apply to you. Please check the Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQs) for the additional funding programmes supporting the European Solidarity Corps.

How to register

To start registering:

The first time you register, you'll be asked to create an account (EU Login, the European Commission's user authentication service) before creating your profile.

Once your profile is created, you'll have access to your personal dashboard, from which you can apply for advertised opportunities, access the general online training, participate in contests, view your certificates and much more.

/!\ Registering for the Corps does not guarantee you will take part in an activity.

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Most opportunities through the European Solidarity Corps are cross-border volunteering activities. These projects are an excellent opportunity to help where needed, learn new skills, spend time abroad, maybe learn a language - and definitely come back with unforgettable memories.

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European Youth Portal: 3. Group: DiscoverEU

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https://europa.eu/youth/discovereu_en

Questions:
What is the aim of the project?

What is the age limit?

Who can apply?

What is the financial support?

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Hurray, as of 2022 DiscoverEU will be part of the Erasmus+ Programme family! Stay tuned for the novelties to come and extend your horizon to more countries than ever. The October 2021 application round is now closed. The first application round under Erasmus+ rules will open in spring 2022 (the specific dates will be announced later and the text updated accordingly).
Are you 18 years old and a citizen of the European Union? Get ready to explore Europe! DiscoverEU is proud to be part of the European Year of Rail 2021.

What is DiscoverEU?

DiscoverEU is an initiative of the European Union that gives you the opportunity to discover Europe through learning experiences. Travelling predominantly by rail (there are exceptions to allow those living on islands or in remote areas), you will discover Europe's stunning landscapes and its variety of cities and towns. You can apply during the two application rounds which take place each year. Successful applicants are awarded with a travel pass.

As an 18-year-old citizen of the European Union, DiscoverEU offers you the opportunity to participate in a travel experience that will enable you to take advantage of the freedom of movement throughout the European Union, explore the diversity of Europe, learn about European cultural heritage and history, and connect with people from all over the continent. Furthermore, DiscoverEU enables you, as a young person, to develop life skills of value to your future, such as independence, confidence, and openness to other cultures.

Exceptionally for this round, those young people, who were eligible under the two rounds in 2020, which were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, can apply too.

/!\ Another exception for this round: UK nationals are still allowed to participate in this round of DiscoverEU. For more details, check our FAQ A.12.

When is the next round?

Almost 70 000 young people have been awarded a travel pass since the first application round in June 2018. Another round will take place between Tuesday 12 October 2021 at 12:00 (CEST) and Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 12:00 (CEST). An 'Apply Now' button will appear on this page on D-Day!

To be eligible, you need to:

Have been born between 1 July 2001 (included) and 31 December 2003 (included);

Have the nationality of one of the Member States of the European Union at the time of the award decision;

Complete the correct ID or passport number on the online application form.

Then you will need to participate in a quiz (unless you apply as a group member).

If you are selected, you can travel for a period of minimum 1 day and up to 30 days between 1 March 2022 and 28 February 2023.

Note that if you have a disability or a health problem that makes your trip challenging, you will receive assistance and support to help you take part in DiscoverEU. Check our FAQ C.13 to know more.

Can I travel with my friends?

Yes you can! It really is up to you. You can go solo or add up to 4 friends in your group provided they meet the eligibility conditions above. They will use your application code to submit their own application. Check out our FAQs B.5 to B.11 to know more.

You can also organise meet-ups and combine travel plans with other DiscoverEU travellers! The DiscoverEU Facebook Group is a good platform to do this. Join the Group now to chat with other participants.
'There is a whole world out there. Pack your backpack, your best friend and go.'
Share experiences

As a DiscoverEU Ambassador, we will invite you to share your travel experiences through social media tools - Instagram, Facebook and/or Twitter - using #DiscoverEU. You may decide to give a presentation at your school or local community. Moreover, you could participate in the #DiscoverEU photo/video #Competition and win great prizes.

I want to know more!

Interested in the previous application rounds? Check the DiscoverEU factsheets to read more about the initiative and the experiences of some of our young DiscoverEU travellers.

Europe is at your feet. Take the first step.

Inspiring TedX video from Vincent-Immanuel Herr

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Hurray, as of 2022 DiscoverEU will be part of the Erasmus+ Programme family! Stay tuned for the novelties to come and extend your horizon to more countries than ever. The October 2021 application round is now closed. The first application round under Erasmus+ rules will open in spring 2022 (the specific dates will be announced later and the text updated accordingly).

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European Youth Portal: 4. Group: Erasmus+youth exchanges

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European Youth Portal: 4. Group: Erasmus+youth exchanges

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https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/sites/default/files/2021-erasmusplus-programme-guide_v3_en.pdf
Check out page 124, 129,132 +134

Questions:
What is the aim of the project?

What is the age limit?

Who can apply?

What is the financial support?

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European Youth Portal - 5. Group: EU Aid volunteers

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https://europa.eu/youth/euaidvolunteers_en

Questions:

Aim of the project

Age limits

Who can apply?

Financial support

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EU Aid Volunteers brings volunteers and organisations together from different countries, providing practical support to humanitarian aid projects and contributing to strengthening local capacity and resilience of disaster-affected communities. Participants in the EU Aid Volunteers initiative must be over 18 years of age and be a citizen of an EU Member State or a long-term resident in the EU. Volunteers receive accommodation and travel expenses, insurance, ongoing learning and development, a monthly allowance, and a resettlement allowance to help with expenses of returning home.

How are we helping?

EU Aid Volunteers supports humanitarian aid organisations. EU Aid Volunteers projects, run by partners of EU-based and non-EU based organisations, strengthen the capacity of non-EU based organisations to prepare for and respond to humanitarian crises and to improve their volunteer management. It also provides funding for technical assistance to EU-based organisations to strengthen their technical capacity and meet the standards and procedures required to deploy EU Aid Volunteers.

Organisations deploying volunteers must comply with the initiative's standards on volunteer management and go through a certification process before submitting a proposal for volunteer deployment.

The EU Aid Volunteers initiative offers:

Opportunities for European citizens to become volunteers in humanitarian projects worldwide, showing solidarity with people in need of assistance,

Professional support by trained and well-prepared volunteers to communities affected by disaster,

Capacity building for local staff and volunteers of aid organisations in countries hit by disasters,

Technical assistance for organisations based in Europe to strengthen their capacities to participate in the EU Aid Volunteers initiative.

What is next?

In the new upcoming European Solidarity Corps regulation for the period 2021-2027, the European Solidarity Corps programme will take up the EU Aid Volunteers initiative as a new strand. As from January 2021, DG EAC will be responsible for young people's volunteering activities in the field of humanitarian aid.

For more information on EU Aid Volunteers projects, and to manage your project - if you are a beneficiary - please visit the EU Aid Volunteers Platform.

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What is it? EU Aid Volunteers brings volunteers and organisations together from different countries, providing practical support to humanitarian aid projects and contributing to strengthening local capacity and resilience of disaster-affected communities. Participants in the EU Aid Volunteers initiative must be over 18 years of age and be a citizen of an EU Member State or a long-term resident in the EU.

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Swap Party

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1. Name of the project
2. The problem you want to solve
3. Objective
4. Target group
5. Activity

Example:
Name of the project: The Swap Party

The problem you want to solve: save the world-environment because it's an opportunity for all those clothes to be given at least one more round and not thrown away

Objective: The aim is to encourage people to engage with clothing in a new way through sharing and reuse

Target group: Everyone that attends the swap party

Activity: Guests bring their clothes, unwanted fashion items, and swap/exchange them with each other. In the end, everyone gets to go home with free, new-to-them pieces.

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