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Erasmus Days is an annual six-day international celebration of Erasmus+ and its opportunities, celebrated all over the world for people interested in the program. These days are a unique opportunity for students, teachers and citizens to get to know the Erasmus+ program in depth. On October 2024-14, 19, Erasmus Days were celebrated for the eighth time.

This year, 10,112 events were organized within the framework of Erasmus days around the world. Georgian educational institutions and organizations also actively participated in the celebration of Erasmus days. During the six-day holiday, Erasmus+ National Office (NEO) organized 2 large-scale events in Georgia. 

On October 15, NEO held a workshop - "Virtual Coffee - Finding Partners" - for representatives of higher educational institutions, vocational schools, schools, youth organizations and non-governmental organizations working in the field of education. The aim of the workshop was to promote a collaborative environment between Georgian educational institutions and organizations, which will help them in the future, within the Erasmus+ program, to draw up a consortium and find partners. During the workshop, the participants had the opportunity to present their institution/organization, get to know each other and share their experiences. 

On October 16, an event organized by NEO - Erasmus + for students and young people - was held. The event was hosted by the Black Sea International University. The purpose of the event was to familiarize the participants with Erasmus+ opportunities available to students and young people in Georgia. The event featured information sessions on topics such as International Credit Mobility (ICM), Erasmus Mundus and youth exchange and training. The next part of the event was devoted to a panel discussion, during which the invited speakers: Ainur Mamedova, Mariam Mghebrishvili, Giorgi Fatsatsia and Ana Kamadadze talked about the challenges and benefits that accompany the Erasmus+ program. The panel discussion ended with a question and answer session. The event also included a presentation by career mentor Salome Sulaberidze, who talked to the attendees about writing a CV and cover letter, creating a personal brand image, and the process of interview preparation. In the last part of the event, the participants took part in the Kahoot! competition, the main topic of which was the Erasmus+ program and the European Union. The winner received symbolic gifts from NEO. 

During the Erasmus days, people interested in the program around the world had the opportunity to learn about all the opportunities available to them. The events organized by NEO in Georgia are an expression of the spirit of partnership and learning that characterizes the Erasmus+ program. 

We would like to thank the invited speakers, volunteers and institutions for participating in the Erasmus+ Days and the attendees who celebrated these wonderful days with us. 

Through the link you can see how Erasmus days were celebrated around the world:  https://www.erasmusdays.eu/events/

Celebrating Erasmus Days 2024: A Global Celebration of Educational Opportunities

The Erasmus Days are an exciting six-day international celebration of the Erasmus+ program, inviting people worldwide to participate in events that highlight the many projects and opportunities it offers. For students, educators, and citizens alike, these days serve as a unique opportunity to promote the numerous benefits of the Erasmus+ initiative. This year, the 8th edition of Erasmus Days took place from October 14 to 19, 2024.

This year a remarkable 10,112 events were organized globally to celebrate Erasmus Days. Notably, Georgian organizations and institutions also actively participated in this worldwide event. Throughout the six-day celebration, the National Erasmus+ Office (NEO) in Georgia played a significant role in organizing 2 key events.

On October 15, the NEO in Georgia organized the VIRTUAL COFFEE Partner Search workshop, aimed at representatives from higher education institutions (HEIs), vocational education and training (VET) providers, schools, youth organizations, and NGOs. This workshop fostered a collaborative environment for Georgian institutions, enabling participants to explore potential partnerships and consortiums within the Erasmus+ framework. Participants had the opportunity to introduce their organizations, connect with peers, and share best practices, enriching the collaborative spirit of the event.

On October 16, the NEO hosted an event titled Erasmus+ for Students and Youth at the International Black Sea University. This gathering aimed to inform attendees about the Erasmus+ programs available in Georgia for students and young people. The event featured informative sessions on topics such as International Credit Mobility (ICM), Erasmus Mundus, and youth exchanges. A panel discussion followed, where students shared their personal experiences participating in Erasmus+ programs. Invited speakers Ainur Mamedov, Mariam Mgebrishvili, Giorgi Patsatsia, and Ana Qamadadze discussed both the challenges and benefits of their study abroad experiences and answered the questions of the participants during the panel discussion. The event also included a presentation by career mentor Salome Sulaberidze, who provided insights on crafting CVs, building personal brand images, and preparing for interviews. To wrap up the day, attendees participated in a fun Kahoot! competition focused on the Erasmus+ Program and the European Union, with winners receiving symbolic gifts from the NEO.

As the Erasmus Days celebration once again highlighted the incredible opportunities that are available through the Erasmus+ program. The events organized by the NEO in Georgia reflected the spirit of collaboration and learning that defines this international initiative. 

We would like to thank the invited speakers, volunteers and institutions which took part in the event and attendees for spending Erasmus Days with us. 

See how the Erasmus Days were celebrated all across the world: https://www.erasmusdays.eu/events/