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.
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
EPALE Ireland National Day 2024
Connect with educators, trainers, researchers, and policymakers from across Ireland and Europe. Engage in dynamic workshops, network with experts, and contribute to Europe’s largest adult learning community.
- Event Date: Wed Nov 20th
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- Registration Deadline: 04.11.24
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Erasmus+ KA122 School Education Information Session
This information session will give an overview of KA122 short-term mobility opportunities for staff and learners in School Education.
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ITE Annual Conference: Fostering citizenship education and European values through eTwinning for future teachers
The ITE Annual Conference will bring together teacher educators from across Europe to connect with their community and share innovative pedagogical methodologies.
- Event Date: Thu Nov 28th
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- Registration Deadline: 24.10.24
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ECML Workshop: ‘Fostering motivation in language education: what role for decision-makers and educators?’
The ECML is pleased to announce that it will hold a one-week Summer academy for teacher educators working in the field of languages.
- Event Date: Wed Dec 4th
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- Registration Deadline: 22.10.24
- Audience: School Education, Languages
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Erasmus+ Sports Information Session
Find out how to apply for Erasmus+ aimed at staff in the field of sport ahead of the February 2025 deadline.
- Event Date: Wed Dec 11th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 10.12.24
- Audience: Sport
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Project Development Lab – Erasmus+ Youth, Sport and European Solidary Corps
This project development lab is for organisations working in the youth, sport, community or voluntary sector.
- Event Date: Wed Jan 15th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 14.01.25
- Audience: Youth, ESC, Sport
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