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The benefits of European volunteering

Wed, May 30th, 2018

Jason Flynn, Volunteer coordinator at Depaul Ireland, discusses the benefits of European Volunteering for Depaul Ireland as a host organisation, as well as the volunteers who join them through Erasmus+ European Voluntary Service and the European Solidarity Corps.

Blue’s not just a Colour; Erasmus+ is not just a Programme!

Wed, May 9th, 2018

“I couldn’t imagine how much history is behind the programme, nor how many socio-political and economic changes it has undergone.” On Europe Day Petar Dukic, our Inclusion and Diversity Officer, traces how his understanding of Erasmus+ has grown. In particular, he reflects on how the programme has been shaped by European history and shared values, and how it continues to respond to changing times.
Barbara Nolan at Leargas Forum

Erasmus+ and European Citizenship, 30 Years On

Mon, Dec 18th, 2017

Barbara Nolan, Head of Erasmus+ Coordination at the European Commission, reflects on 30 years of Erasmus+: its achievements, its relationship to European Citizenship, and where it is headed in the future.

Youth Volunteering: Building a Path to Peace

Fri, Aug 11th, 2017

For International Youth Day 2017 youth worker Jason Dillon explores youth volunteering as a pathway to independence, social change and sustainable peace.

Practical Dissemination: Connecting with Your Audience

Wed, May 31st, 2017

Part two of our ‘Practical Dissemination’ blog looks at connecting with your audience, using social media, effective images and crediting Erasmus+.