Partnership Finding
Good partnership is the key to a successful European project. While National Agencies don’t to look for and connect with partners that are right for you!
Where to Start
Think about the themes of your project. What kind of partner can best help you achieve your project goals? What experience or expertise do they need? Are there specific countries or regions you should connect with? Put together a short ‘wish list’ to focus your search.
EPALE
If you work in Adult Education or Vocational Education and Training, you can look for or request partners on EPALE Partner Search.
School Education Gateway
Schools and School Education organisations can look for or request partners on the School Education Gateway ‘Opportunities’ section. Schools can also register on eTwinning to link with schools interested in the same areas.
SALTO Otlas
Youth organisations can look for or request partners on OTLAS, a partner-finding tool operated by the SALTO-YOUTH network.
eTwinning
eTwinning offers a platform for staff (teachers, head teachers, librarians, and others) working in schools to communicate, collaborate, and develop projects.
Search Informal Partner-finding Networks
There are many informal and unofficial networks dedicated to connecting partners, often on Facebook or LinkedIn. Those below have been running for several years. However, neither Léargas nor the European Commission are involved in running these sites, and are not responsible for the content.
Erasmus+ Partner Finding (Facebook)
Search Participating Organisations
Organisations that have already taken part in European projects may be interested in partnering with you.
The Erasmus+ Project Results Platform shows all current and completed Erasmus+ projects, and the partners involved. You can browse the platform by country or by keyword, or a combination of both.
You can also search Programme Results for projects led by Irish organisations since 2021.
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Use Your Networks
Have other organisations in your sector been involved in international projects? Could they put you in touch with their partners, or recommend someone?
Social media is a good place to ask for recommendations. Many project partners have first connected through sites like LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
National Agencies across Europe organise funded international meetings called Transnational Cooperation Activities, or TCAs. They encourage collaboration and sharing of good practice in Erasmus+. Some events, called Contact Seminars, are designed for finding partners and developing project ideas. Visit Training and Events to look for upcoming opportunities.
If you are outside Ireland, contact the National Agency in your country to find out about TCAs you can apply for.
Build the Relationship!
Once you’ve made a connection, take the time to build a solid relationship with your partner. You might ask what projects they have been involved in before, and what they learned from them. What are their aims and objectives for a new project? What are their preferred ways to communicate?
Download our handbook Mythbusting: European Project Management in Transnational Partnership Projects for guidance on building a strong partnership.
Upcoming Events
Erasmus+ Youth, Sports and European Solidarity Corps- information session
Léargas is co-hosting a special event where you will find out more about youth exchanges, youth worker mobilities, participation projects, sport mobilities, volunteering locally and internationally.
- Event Date: Thu Apr 18th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 18.04.2024
- Audience: Youth, Sport, ESC
- Register Here
Erasmus+ Youth Exchange I Youth Worker Mobility Application Support
This event is for those ready to apply for KA152 youth exchanges or KA153 youth worker projects for the 07 May deadline.
- Event Date: Tue Apr 30th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 29.04.2024
- Audience: Youth
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The Gathering 2024
Mark your calendar for the 9th May 2024 (10am – 12pm) and join us online to celebrate Europe Day with Léargas. This is your chance to be part of a community shaping the future of international exchanges in education and beyond.
- Event Date: Thu May 9th, 10:00 - 12:00
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 08.05.2024
- Audience: All sectors
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Erasmus+ Youth Accreditations/ ESC Quality Label Information Session
An online workshop to find out more information about the new accreditation opportunities with Erasmus+ Youth and Quality Label for ESC.
- Event Date: Tue May 14th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 13.05.24
- Audience: Youth, Erasmus+, ESC
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EPALE Ireland: Building for Erasmus+ Success
This in-person session is an introduction to the benefits of EPALE to Adult Education Professionals on the road to Erasmus+ success.
- Event Date: Thu May 23rd
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-Person
- Registration Deadline: 20.05.24
- Audience: Adult Education, EPALE
- Register Here
Erasmus+ KA2 Small-Scale Partnerships – Project Development Workshop
Join our in-person Project Development LAB to learn how to write a successful application with Erasmus+ funding through Key Action 2 Small-Scale Partnerships funding.
- Event Date: Fri May 24th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 20.05.2024
- Audience: Education and Training, Youth
- Register Here