The grant aims to improve the capacity of youth organisations in Western Balkans (eligible third countries not associated to the Erasmus+ Programme), supporting the 'Engage-Connect-Empower' priorities of the EU Youth Strategy 2019-2027, and promoting non-formal learning, democratic participation, entrepreneurship, inclusiveness, solidarity and digital tools. The objective is to foster international cooperation, enhance the involvement of young people in democratic life and project design, spread innovative practices for youth work, promote the scaling up of successful approaches, and link project results to local communities with a focus on inclusion, accessibility, and skills development.
| Agency | Erasmus+ (EU) |
|---|---|
| Region | EUother |
| Country | N/A |
| Legal form | NGO, Government organization, Other |
| Start date | 4 Dec 2025 |
| End date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Budget | 3,490,000 EUR (for 2026, ERASMUS-YOUTH-2026-CB-WB action under ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants) |
| Coverage | Financial contribution and grant amount specifics described in the ERASMUS+ Programme Guide and corresponding Model Grant Agreement. Lump sum grant mechanism applies. |