It has an estimated budget of €26.2 billion over 7 years. This is nearly double the funding compared to its predecessor programme (2014-2020).The 2021-2027 programme puts emphasis on social inclusion, the green and digital transitions, and promoting people’s participation in democratic life. Overall, the programme is expected to triple the number of participants, bringing them up to 12 million people by 2027.

Reinforced support to adult education – make the most of it!

The new programme expands the learning mobility opportunities to adult learners with specific education needs, in addition to adult educators. Organisations that want to carry out frequent mobility activities can now be accredited to obtain regular access to funding. The programme also provides means to form partnerships between organisations to learn from each other or to develop innovative methods or products.

What is in it for you?

Under Key Action 1 (Learning mobility of individuals) the programme provides funding for the following activities:

Staff mobility:

• Job shadowing
• Teaching assignments
• Courses and training

Adult learners mobility (with specific education needs):

• Group mobility of adult learners
• Individual learning mobility of adult learners

Other supported activities:

• Invited experts
• Hosting teachers and educators in training
• Preparatory visits

Under Key Action 2 (Partnerships for cooperation), the Programme provides funding for the following types of projects:

• Cooperation partnerships
• Small-scale partnerships

More information on the applicable rules and deadlines can be found in the 2021 Erasmus+ Call for Proposals and the Programme Guide are published. You can also consult the 2021 factsheet on Erasmus+.

Do not hesitate to contact the Erasmus+ National Agency of your country for more information and guidance.