European Year of Skills
2023 is The European Year of Skills (EYS). It is all about recognizing skills development and helping people gain skills for employment, enrichment, and enjoyment. To celebrate the EYS, Léargas have focused on capturing impact stories, and showcasing how EU programmes promote a life-long learning mindset. Some stories were shared at our annual flagship event, The Gathering; others you can hear by watching our Skills for Life video. We've also launched an exciting Skills for Life competition (open until August 2023). Visit our News section for all the details!
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Upcoming Training and Events
Erasmus+ for Change: A Breakfast Briefing for the FET Community
In this impactful event, participants will engage in interactive discussions, explore real-life Erasmus+ experiences, and contribute ideas on how international collaboration can drive transformation in the Further Education and Training (FET) sector.
- Event Date: Mon Dec 1st
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In person
- Registration Deadline: 28/11/2025
- Audience: Further Education and Training (FET) Sector
- Register Here
Erasmus+ Sport KA182 Information session
Find out how to apply for the Erasmus+ key action aimed at staff in the field of sport ahead of the February 2026 deadline.
- Event Date: Tue Dec 2nd
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 02.12.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, Sport
- Register Here
A National Roundtable Event on Wellbeing and Mental Health in Post-Primary Schools in Ireland
Léargas, together with NEPS/Department of Education & Youth and Jigsaw, invites applications from Principals /Deputy Principals to attend this exciting national roundtable event to discuss wellbeing and mental health in post-primary schools.
- Event Date: Wed Dec 3rd
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 19.11.25
- Audience: School Principals /Deputy Principals
- Register Here
Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session
This event will give you an overview of the two types of projects you can apply for as an Adult and Community Education organisation in Ireland.
- Event Date: Thu Dec 4th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 04.12.25
- Audience: Newcomers to Adult Education
- Register here
Opportunities for Youth Workers and Youth Organisations
This is an informal session designed to provide you with an overview of the opportunity available in Erasmus+ Youth, specifically Youth Worker Mobilities.
- Event Date: Mon Dec 8th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 08/12/2026
- Audience: Youth Sector
- Register Here
Erasmus+ KA122 VET Information Session
This application workshop is for those working in Vocational Education & Training who wish to apply for Erasmus+ Funding.
- Event Date: Wed Dec 10th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 10.12.2025
- Audience: Vocational Education and Training
- Register Here
News
2026 European Solidarity Corps Call for Proposals Now Open!
The European Solidarity Call for Proposals 2026 and the 2026 Programme Guide are now available!
European Innovative Teaching Awards
Castleconnell National School's Story
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