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Erasmus+ in Georgia – 2025 Dissemination Results – Achievements, Impact and Collaboration
On 19 December 2025, the Erasmus+ National Office in Georgia organised its annual information event, bringing together formal and non-formal education institutions, business and industry, international organisations and civil society representatives. The event served as a platform to showcase the main achievements of the Erasmus+ 2025 programme, share concrete examples of best practices and foster dialogue between the education and non-education sectors.
The dissemination event provided a brief overview of the Erasmus+ year, which was driven by continuous exchange programmes and collaborative projects. Throughout the year, the Erasmus+ European Office in Georgia was in close contact with stakeholders through regular information and dissemination activities, creating a space for dialogue between representatives of education, training centres and other partner sectors. All of the above led to increased awareness of the Erasmus+ programme among the participants, improved practical skills and increased interest in the programme.
In addition, the event presented mobility indicators in the higher education sector. In the period 2021-2027, 6,747 students and staff moved from Georgia to Erasmus+ countries, while 2,992 participants arrived in Georgia from the programme countries during the same period. In total, the total number of participants amounted to 13,259 outgoing and 6,850 incoming mobility. The indicators presented during the event confirm Georgia’s sustained engagement in academic exchange programmes and its continued integration into European cooperation frameworks, including participation in Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees.
In the field of higher education, the event also discussed the results of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) program participants, as part of the broader landscape of higher education mobility. As is known, in EMJM programs, Georgian students study at the master's level with full funding in joint study programs offered by consortia of European universities. These master's programs represent, within the framework of Erasmus+, a form of mobility that combines academic cooperation, joint curricula and international learning experiences.
The number of participants from Georgia in the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Programme has shown a clear upward trend over time. Starting from a relatively small number of fellows in the mid-2010s, the number has been steadily increasing. However, despite fluctuations, the annual number of EMJM fellows from Georgia has remained consistently high, typically exceeding thirty participants per year.
Among other Erasmus+ activities, learning mobility in the youth sector was prominent among the topics discussed at the event. According to the presented data, 25,518 young people from Georgia participated in youth learning mobility programs abroad between 2014 and 2025, while 29,334 participants were accepted in Georgia within the framework of Erasmus+ youth programs. This reciprocal mobility underlines the strong interest of young people and youth organizations in participating in the Erasmus+ program.
Along with mobility trends, the event also discussed the overall scale of participation in Erasmus+ cooperation projects. In the higher education sector alone, the total value of projects in which Georgian higher education institutions participated as coordinators or partners exceeded €60 million. It should be noted that these amounts reflect the total budget of the projects at the consortium level and are distributed among the institutions from different countries, according to their roles and responsibilities. Accordingly, they do not represent funding exclusively allocated to Georgia, although they clearly demonstrate the importance and value of the projects in which Georgian higher education institutions participate under the Erasmus+ programme.
In addition, the event discussed the strategic priorities that are taken into account in the implementation of the Erasmus+ program in Georgia. Accordingly, inclusiveness was presented as a key principle of NEO's work, which is reflected in public relations, consultations and dissemination of information about the program's opportunities. In addition, increasing attention is paid to strengthening cooperation between education and the business sector, through cross-sectoral partnerships, with the aim of improving the relevance of acquired knowledge, promoting employment and encouraging innovation.
During the event, practical examples presented by higher education, non-educational institutions and international organizations (UNICEF) demonstrated how the Erasmus+ program supports cross-sectoral cooperation, quality assurance, obtaining international accreditations, implementing applied research, and developing innovations and skills.
The event also highlighted the strong trust that stakeholders place in the National Erasmus+ Office. The feedback gathered over the year indicates a consistently positive experience, highlighting the Office’s role in providing reliable advice, improving accessibility and providing professional support. The ongoing dialogue with beneficiaries underlines NEO’s aim to create an informed and confident Erasmus+ community.
The dissemination event concluded with a networking session, which allowed participants to share their experiences, explore new collaboration opportunities and strengthen links between sectors. The focus on dialogue and partnership echoed the broader message of the event – Erasmus+ in Georgia is growing not only in numbers, but also in quality, relevance and long-term impact.
Through increasing mobility flows, significant EU investments, inclusive practices and high stakeholder satisfaction, the Erasmus+ programme continues to play an important role in supporting education, youth and cross-sectoral cooperation in Georgia, while contributing to the country's closer integration into the European educational and societal frameworks.
Erasmus+ in Georgia – Achievements, Impact and Partnerships Highlighted at the 2025 Dissemination Event
On 19 December 2025, the National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia organized its Annual Dissemination Event in Tbilisi, bringing together representatives of formal and informal education institutions, business and industry, international organizations, civil society, and development partners. The event served as a platform to present the key achievements of Erasmus+ in Georgia in 2025, share concrete examples of good practice, and strengthen dialogue between education and non-education sectors.
The dissemination event offered a snapshot of a year shaped by continuous exchange and engagement within the Erasmus+ community. Throughout the year, the National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia remained closely connected with stakeholders through regular information and dissemination activities, creating spaces for dialogue across education, youth, and partner sectors. Complemented by individual consultations, these interactions fostered informed participation, practical understanding, and sustained interest in Erasmus+ opportunities.
The event presented higher education mobility figures illustrating student and staff exchanges between Georgia and Erasmus+ Program countries. During the 2021-2027 program period, a total of 6,747 students and staff moved from Georgia to Erasmus+ countries, while 2,992 participants moved to Georgia within the same framework. When viewed cumulatively, overall participation reached 13,259 outbound and 6,850 inbound mobilities. The figures presented during the event demonstrated Georgia's sustained involvement in academic exchanges and its continued integration into European cooperation frameworks, including participation in Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters were also referenced during the event as part of the broader higher education mobility landscape. Participation in EMJM programs was presented as an example of Georgian students' involvement in jointly delivered, internationally structured study programs offered by consortia of European universities. These programs illustrate a distinct form of mobility within Erasmus+, combining academic cooperation, joint curricula, and cross-border study experience, while contributing to international exposure and institutional cooperation at the European level.
Data on Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships from Georgia show a clear upward trend over time, followed by a period of sustained participation. Starting from a small number of scholarship holders in the mid-2010s, the number increased steadily, reaching a peak in 2019. In the subsequent years, despite fluctuations, the annual number of EMJM scholarship winners from Georgia remained consistently high, generally exceeding thirty recipients per year. The figures for the most recent years indicate continued strong participation, confirming Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters as a stable and well-established pathway for Georgian students to engage in jointly delivered, internationally recognized master's programs.
Alongside other Erasmus+ actions, learning mobility involving young people featured prominently in the program overview. The data presented indicated that 25,518 participants from Georgia took part in Youth learning mobility abroad, while 29,334 participants were hosted in Georgia through Erasmus+ Youth actions. This two-way participation reflects the active involvement of young people and organizations in international learning activities within the Erasmus+ framework.
Alongside mobility trends, the event also addressed the overall scale of Erasmus+ project participation, focusing on the value of international cooperation projects involving Georgian institutions. In higher education alone, participation in Erasmus+ projects illustrates the scale of international cooperation involving Georgian institutions. As one example, projects in which Georgian higher education institutions took part as coordinators or partners reached a combined value exceeding €60 million. This amount reflects the total budget of the projects at the consortium level and is shared among institutions from different countries according to their roles and responsibilities. It therefore does not represent funding allocated exclusively to Georgia, but demonstrates the overall scope of Erasmus+ higher education cooperation.
Beyond figures, the event emphasized strategic priorities guiding Erasmus+ implementation in Georgia. Inclusivity was presented as a core principle of NEO's work, reflected in outreach efforts, consultation practices, and the promotion of equal access to program opportunities. In addition, increasing attention is being placed on strengthening collaboration between education and the business sector, with the aim of enhancing relevance, employability, and innovation through cross-sectoral partnerships.
Practical examples shared during the event illustrated how Erasmus+ enables such cooperation in practice. Case studies from higher education institutions, international organizations such as UNICEF, and non-higher education actors demonstrated how Erasmus+ projects contribute to quality assurance, international accreditation, applied research, innovation, and skills development, while fostering sustainable partnerships beyond the education sector.
The event also reflected the strong confidence that stakeholders place in the National Erasmus+ Office in Georgia. Feedback gathered over the year points to a consistently positive experience, highlighting the Office's role as a trusted point of reference for guidance, accessibility, and professional support. This ongoing dialogue with beneficiaries underscores the credibility of NEO's work and its contribution to building a well-informed, engaged, and confident Erasmus+ community.
The dissemination event concluded with a dedicated networking session, allowing participants to exchange experiences, explore cooperation opportunities, and strengthen connections across sectors. This emphasis on dialogue and partnership echoed the broader message of the event: Erasmus+ in Georgia is not only growing in numbers, but also deepening in quality, relevance, and long-term impact.
Through strong mobility flows, substantial EU investment, inclusive practices, and high stakeholder satisfaction, the Erasmus+ Program continues to play a key role in supporting education, youth, and cross-sectoral cooperation in Georgia, while contributing to the country's closer integration into European educational and societal frameworks.