ICDET / EUROPEAN COOPERATION
Erasmus+
Learning. Cooperation.
Opportunities for growth.
Discover European opportunities for education, training, youth and sport. Explore the programme, understand its Key Actions and connect with ICDET to discuss learning, participation and cooperation.
ABOUT ERASMUS+
Learning and cooperation across Europe.
Erasmus+ is the European Union's programme for education, training, youth and sport. It supports opportunities to learn, exchange experience and cooperate across Europe and, for eligible activities, beyond.
The programme connects individual development with stronger organisations and more inclusive communities. Opportunities differ by action, sector and participant profile, so each activity has its own participation conditions.
About the Erasmus+ programmeInclusion & diversity
Reducing barriers and widening participation.
Environmental sustainability
Building green skills and responsible practices.
Digital transformation
Using technology to improve learning and cooperation.
Democratic participation
Strengthening civic engagement and shared values.
OPPORTUNITIES
Find an opportunity that fits your goals.
Erasmus+ supports different groups through different activities. Start with your interests and role, then check the requirements of the relevant project.
Young People
Youth exchanges and youth participation activities create space to learn with peers, explore different cultures and take an active role in community and democratic life. Participants can develop teamwork, communication, initiative and intercultural understanding.
Educators & Professionals
Teachers, trainers, youth workers and other eligible staff can develop their practice through international learning and exchange. Depending on the sector, formats include training, study visits, job shadowing and teaching or training assignments.
Students & Adult Learners
Vocational and higher education traineeships connect learning with workplace experience. Adult learner mobility supports further learning and key competences. Each opportunity has its own organisational, educational and participant requirements.
The descriptions on this page are a programme overview, not a list of currently open ICDET places. Availability, age requirements, eligibility and support are confirmed in each specific opportunity.
ERASMUS+ & ICDET
International cooperation.
Meaningful local learning.
At the International Center for Development of Education and Training (ICDET), European cooperation supports our work in non-formal education, personal development and active citizenship. We connect international learning with practical skills and the needs of participants, educators and communities.
Our focus brings together youth work, educator development, digital and entrepreneurial competences, inclusion and educational partnerships. We aim to turn international experience into methods, resources and activities that remain useful after a project ends.
ICDET's role may differ from project to project. Coordination, sending, hosting and partner responsibilities are confirmed for each activity through the relevant agreements and programme rules.
UNDERSTAND THE PROGRAMME
Three Key Actions. A dedicated view of sport.
Explore selected opportunities and the types of cooperation they support. Each overview distinguishes the programme from ICDET's areas of interest.
Learning mobility & participation
Key Action 1 - Learning mobility of individuals
KA1 creates opportunities to learn through international experience and non-formal activities. It supports learners, educators and youth workers, while also including youth participation activities that can take place nationally or internationally.
We focus on preparation, practical learning and follow-up so that mobility contributes to skills, confidence and useful exchange.
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Youth Exchanges
Short-term non-formal learning in which groups of young people from different countries explore topics and develop activities together.
Youth Participation Activities
Youth-led initiatives that support participation in democratic and civic life, including dialogue with decision-makers. These activities belong to KA1 and do not always require international travel.
Youth Worker Development
Professional development through non-formal training, seminars, study visits, peer learning and other eligible activities linked to youth work.
Education Staff Mobility
Courses, job shadowing and teaching or training assignments, where eligible under the rules for school, vocational, adult or higher education.
Adult Learner Mobility
Group and individual learning opportunities for eligible adult learners, supporting key competences, inclusion and continued learning.
VET Learner Traineeships
Practical learning abroad for eligible learners in vocational education and training, organised in cooperation with their sending institution.
Higher Education Traineeships
Work placements for eligible higher education students and recent graduates, arranged through the relevant higher education institution.
Partnerships & innovation
Key Action 2 - Cooperation among organisations and institutions
KA2 brings organisations together to improve practice, exchange knowledge and develop shared solutions. Cooperation can connect education, training, youth work, research, business and community organisations.
We seek partnerships in Bulgaria and internationally that connect educational innovation with inclusion, sustainability and practical use.
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Cooperation Partnerships
Joint projects that improve the quality of activities, strengthen organisational capacity and develop or exchange practices, methods and resources.
Small-scale Partnerships
A more accessible partnership format for eligible smaller organisations, grassroots actors and newcomers, with simpler requirements than Cooperation Partnerships.
Innovation in Education & Training
Development and testing of tools, curricula and methods addressing needs such as digital learning, wellbeing, the green transition and inclusion. The appropriate funding action depends on the project.
Sectoral & Cross-sector Cooperation
Collaboration within school, vocational, higher or adult education and youth, or across sectors, including links between education providers, NGOs and business.
Capacity Building in Youth
International cooperation that strengthens organisations working with young people and supports non-formal learning, subject to the relevant regional and partnership conditions.
Policy development & cooperation
Key Action 3 - Support to policy development and cooperation
KA3 supports cooperation that contributes to education, training, youth and sport policy. It connects organisations, practitioners and institutions through policy dialogue, evidence and European networks.
We promote informed youth participation and opportunities for young people to contribute ideas to community initiatives and policy discussions.
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European Youth Together
Cross-border partnerships and networks that help youth organisations cooperate, reach diverse groups of young people and strengthen democratic participation.
Policy Dialogue & Cooperation
Exchange between institutions, organisations, practitioners and other stakeholders to inform and support European policy priorities.
Evidence, Innovation & Policy Learning
Studies, exchanges of practice and policy experimentation that can support the development and improvement of education and youth systems.
Networks & Youth Dialogue
Cooperation and dialogue structures that help connect people and institutions, including support associated with the EU Youth Dialogue. Access depends on the relevant action or call.
Sport, inclusion & wellbeing
A programme field with opportunities across Key Actions
Erasmus+ Sport connects physical activity with learning, inclusion, cooperation and wellbeing. It supports organisations and people who use sport to build skills, encourage participation and strengthen communities.
Our interests include PRACTICE+, outdoor education and youth-oriented resources that use physical activity to support inclusion, resilience and personal development.
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Sport Staff Mobility - KA1
Learning opportunities for eligible coaches and other sport staff, particularly in grassroots sport, through job shadowing and coaching or training assignments.
Cooperation Partnerships - KA2
Joint initiatives connecting sport organisations and other partners to develop and share practices, strengthen cooperation and address common needs.
Small-scale Partnerships - KA2
Cooperation opportunities designed to improve access for grassroots organisations, smaller actors and newcomers.
Not-for-profit European Sport Events - KA2
Events and related activities that promote participation, equal opportunities, social inclusion and health-enhancing physical activity.
Policy & Practice Priorities
Themes include integrity, good governance, anti-doping, inclusion and support for athletes combining sport with education or work. These are policy themes, not a single standalone project category.
This is a selected overview, not an exhaustive catalogue of Erasmus+ actions or a statement that ICDET delivers every format. Participation and funding depend on the current programme rules and the specific project.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION & SUPPORT
Know what to expect.
Prepare with confidence.
Whether you are joining an activity in Bulgaria or taking part abroad, preparation matters. Contact ICDET about the opportunity that interests you and the practical information relevant to your participation.
Support arrangements are confirmed for each project, including learning objectives, responsibilities and any individual needs.
Ask About OpportunitiesOpen opportunities & applications
Check the project theme, dates, location, participant profile, language and application deadline. Use the application method stated in the specific call. An enquiry does not guarantee a place.
Selection & communication
Selection should follow the published criteria for the opportunity. Ask how and when applicants will receive the decision, what confirmation is required and whether there is a reserve list.
Travel, costs & reimbursement
Read the project-specific arrangements before making bookings. Check the approved travel plan, any financial contribution, reimbursement limits, required documents and payment conditions. Do not assume that all costs are covered.
Preparation, inclusion & safety
Confirm the learning programme, accommodation arrangements where relevant, insurance responsibilities, emergency contacts and any visa or access requirements. Discuss accessibility, language or other support needs before participation.
Learning outcomes & follow-up
Clarify how learning will be reflected on and documented, what follow-up is expected and which recognition tool applies to the activity. A certificate of participation is not automatically a formal qualification.
OUR ERASMUS+ PROJECTS
Learning, cooperation and results.
Our project work connects international experience with youth development, professional learning and educational cooperation. These are the main areas through which to explore ICDET's activities.
YOUTH
Youth Learning & Participation
Youth exchanges, non-formal learning and participation initiatives that connect intercultural experience with teamwork, active citizenship and community engagement.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Training, Mobility & Placements
Training activities, professional exchange, job shadowing and placement-related cooperation, with the learning purpose and ICDET's role defined for each project.
COOPERATION
Educational Partnerships
Collaborative work on educational methods, resources and approaches, including digital learning, inclusion and sustainable development.
Contact ICDET for information about current or completed projects, including dates, programme references, partners, our role and available results.
Ask About Our ProjectsSTORIES & IMPACT
What stays after a project ends.
International learning matters when participants can use what they have learned. Stories, resources and documented outcomes help make that contribution visible to learners, partners and communities.
Participant Stories
First-hand reflections on skills, confidence, intercultural learning and ideas put into practice.
Photo & Video Galleries
Visual records of exchanges, training and events, shared with appropriate permission.
Project Outcomes
Resources, learning outcomes and impact reports that show what was achieved and how it was used.
Media & Resources
Interviews, articles, creative outputs and practical materials that extend learning beyond the activity.
Check the official programme information.
Application conditions and available actions can change. Use the current Erasmus+ Programme Guide and the information published for the specific call or project.
GET IN TOUCH
Let's discuss your European opportunities.
Tell us about your interests, learning goals or organisation. Contact ICDET to discuss participation, professional development or a potential partnership.
Programme overview based on official Erasmus+ guidance checked in October 2026. This page is published by ICDET; it is not an official European Commission website. Official programme structure.