The answer is in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide, which stands as the pivotal resource to understand the Programme and all the specificities for the opportunities it offers. The Erasmus+ Programme Guide gives us a comprehensive overview of the vast amount of opportunities existing in Erasmus+. Published annually, the guide meticulously outlines the calls for proposals, delineating all the details regarding all of its actions, and including which countries are eligible to participate, the application procedures, and much more.

 

As a non-associated third country, Georgia occupies a unique position, enabling its institutions and individuals to engage both as the lead applicant and partner across various projects. This distinction opens a gateway to many opportunities for collaboration, learning, and exchange on an international scale.

 

Accessing the Programme Guide is straightforward: one simply needs to visit the official Erasmus+ website. Once there, stakeholders can sift through the guide to pinpoint opportunities that resonate with their sector. The Guide caters to a diverse range of sectors, including higher education, vocational education and training, school education, adult education, youth, and sport.

 

Identifying relevant actions within the Guide is made easy by looking for key terms often included in the action names themselves. For actions that might not immediately seem applicable, a quick review of the section detailing who the action targets can provide clarity. Following this, checking the eligibility criteria is crucial. This section will specify whether non-associated third countries like Georgia (Region 2) are eligible to participate as coordinators, partners, or if they are ineligible for that particular call. If the opportunity is not available for non-associated countries, an action will normally just not refer to them in the eligibility criteria (nor mention that they are not eligible).

 

Furthermore, the Guide is an invaluable resource for answering additional queries regarding budget allocations, partner composition requirements, application deadlines, and submission procedures. Familiarizing oneself with the Programme Guide can demystify the process and provide all the necessary information for engaging with the Erasmus+ Programme effectively. In essence, the Guide is your roadmap to unlocking the full spectrum of opportunities that Erasmus+ has to offer to Georgian stakeholders.

 

The National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia in cooperation with the Feasibility study to assess Georgia’s participation in the Erasmus+ programme will offer a Georgian translation of the parts of the guide that are relevant for Georgian stakeholders in the near future.