[16.11.2024]
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On December 2024, 13, the annual Erasmus+ program dissemination event was organized by the Erasmus+ National Office in Georgia. The purpose of the event was to disseminate information about the activities of Erasmus+ in Georgia in order to once again show the advantages of the program, which is implemented with the funding of the European Union.
Raising awareness of Erasmus+ initiatives is important to showcase the achievements of the program and encourage stakeholders to participate in the program. Also, the important role of the program in the development of educational opportunities, internationalization of education, intercultural dialogue and international cooperation in making a positive impact on the society was emphasized at the event.
Maria Strogova, the representative of the EU delegation in Georgia, and Mariam Sulashvili, the coordinator of the Erasmus+ national office in Georgia, addressed the event with a welcome speech. Later, the first part of the event was devoted to the overview of the activities of the Erasmus+ National Office in Georgia, the priorities of the program and the opportunities available in the context of Georgia according to the updated program guidelines. Also, the practices that NEO successfully implements in the process of working with the beneficiaries, be it informational, technical or other types of assistance, were highlighted. In addition, the National Office presented the statistical information that accompanies Georgia's involvement in the program during the last 10 years and is an important indicator of the program's results.
The second part of the event was dedicated to the important role of the Erasmus+ program in the development process of the academic field and the country, which was led by the guest speaker, Professor Ekaterine Kardava of Jean Monnet. He once again emphasized the importance of the program and presented the practical results that were realized within the framework of Jean Monnet's activities with his involvement. Finally, the meeting was held in question-answer mode.
The event was attended by the representatives of higher educational institution, vocational school, EU delegation, Ministry of Education, Science and Youth, Skills Agency and DAAD operating in Georgia.
Annual Erasmus+ Dissemination Event
On December 13, 2024, the National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia organized the annual Erasmus+ program dissemination event. The event aimed to spread information about Erasmus+ activities in Georgia, emphasizing the program's benefits made possible through EU funding.
Raising awareness about Erasmus+ initiatives is essential to highlight its achievements and encourage beneficiaries interested in participating in the program. The event also underscored the program's significant role in developing educational opportunities, promoting the internationalization of education, fostering intercultural dialogue, and positively influencing society through international cooperation.
The event was opened with welcoming remarks from Maria Strogova, a representative of the EU Delegation to Georgia, and Mariam Sulashvili, the coordinator of the National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia. The first part of the event focused on an overview of the activities of the National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia, the program's priorities, and the opportunities available in the Georgian context, according to the updated program guide. Additionally, successful practices implemented by the NEO in supporting beneficiaries—be it informational, technical, or other forms of assistance—were highlighted. The National Office also presented statistical data reflecting Georgia's participation in the program over the past 10 years, serving as key indicators of the program's outcomes.
The second part of the event addressed the significant role of the Erasmus+ program in the academic sphere and the country's development process. This session was led by guest speaker Jean Monnet Professor Ekaterine Kardava, who emphasized the program's importance and showcased practical results achieved through Jean Monnet action with her involvement. Finally, the event concluded with a Q&A session.
The event was attended by representatives of higher education institutions, vocational education centers, the EU Delegation to Georgia, the Ministry of Education, Science, and Youth of Georgia, the Skills Agency, and DAAD.
