Build the Skills for a Better Future!
In a world that is changing fast, young people need the right skills, attitudes, and confidence to adapt, participate, and make responsible choices. Future-Ready Youth brings together young people from Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, and Serbia for an inspiring international experience focused on sustainability and the 8 Key Competences for Lifelong Learning.

Through interactive workshops, team challenges, reflection activities, and intercultural learning, participants will explore how sustainability connects with everyday life and how important competences like communication, teamwork, creativity, initiative, and active citizenship are developed through real experiences.

Together, we will learn by doing, exchange ideas, and discover how to become more aware, active, and future-ready in our communities. This youth exchange is about personal growth, meaningful learning, and creating connections that go beyond borders.

We are looking for 28 enthusiastic young people, together with 5 group leaders from Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, and Serbia to take part in this exciting youth exchange.

Who can apply?

• Young people aged 16–20

• Curious and motivated to learn more about sustainability, personal development, and the skills needed for the future

• Open-minded, active, and ready to participate fully in interactive workshops, group activities, and discussions

• Excited to meet and work with peers from different countries and cultural backgrounds

• Available for the full 7-day programme and committed to active participation in all sessions

• Willing to share what they have learned with their school, youth group, or local community after the exchange

Group Composition:

From each participating country, we will select:

• 7 young participants (ages 16–20)

• 1 group leader (aged 18+), responsible for supporting and guiding their national group throughout the project

No participant can arrive later than the official arrival day or depart earlier than the official departure day. Skipping activity days is not tolerated.

We encourage greener means of travel whenever possible, such as public transportation, carpooling, or contracted bus. Once the groups are formed, we will organize and arrange the most efficient route and means of travel to Curteni, Mureș County Romania.

The transport tickets will be purchased by the organization for the participants.
IMPORTANT: Please do NOT buy any tickets on your own without first consulting us, to avoid any risk of your travel expenses being ineligible for reimbursement.

Arrival in Curteni: 25 April 2026
Departure from Curteni: 3 May 2026
(Some groups might start the travel during the night in order to arrive in time to the activity in time)

IMPORTANT: Most of the costs like travel, activities, materials, accommodation, and daily food, are covered by the Erasmus+ programme. Rest, such as insurance, travel upgrades such as priority, checked-in luggage, 1st class tickets, etc, are not covered. Please, remember, The EU does co-fund, not fully fund this event, therefore you must cover your additional expenses.

All the participants must have valid travel insurance for the whole project period, including the travel days. The insurance must cover the following: 

1. Third-party liability 

2. Lost or stolen baggage. 

3. Accident and serious illness. 

We cannot accept participants without private travel insurance. Supplementary, we also recommend that you get a European health insurance card. Your national health insurance provider issues this card. 

It’s time to showcase your country and culture in a fun, creative way!
Each national group is expected to prepare a short program to present their traditions, customs, and way of life. This is a special moment when participants can get to know each other’s cultures in a relaxed and informal setting.

What to bring:

• Traditional snacks and foods 

• National flags 

• Traditional clothes
  
  

Ideas for your presentation:

• Creative performances (songs, dances, short plays)

• Interactive quizzes or games

• Storytelling sessions or short videos (optional, only during free time)

We encourage you to be as creative as possible — think outside the box! Use theatre, live presentations, dances, or even funny sketches to make your evening memorable.

In the area, the average temperature in early spring is between 0°C and 18°C. Please check accuweather.com for more updated information about the weather. Casual, comfortable sportswear, slippers or sneakers for indoor and comfortable shoes for outdoor activities. It may also rain throughout our stay, so please pack warm clothes, waterproof jackets, and shoes. 

Day 1 – Building the Team 

Focus on personal, social and learning to learn competence and multilingual competence through team building, intercultural activities, and creating a safe learning environment. 

Day 2 – Discovering Sustainability 

Exploring the concept and types of sustainability while introducing the literacy competence (understanding concepts and terminology) and citizenship competence (responsibility toward society and the environment). 

Day 3 – Sustainability Through Science 

Understanding environmental challenges through activities related to mathematical competence and competence in science, technology and engineering. 

Day 4 – Sustainability through Digital Lenses 

Using digital competence to explore sustainability solutions, create digital content, and reflect on the role of technology in environmental awareness. 

Day 5 – Culture and Sustainability 

Exploring sustainability through cultural awareness and expression competence, using art, creativity, and cultural exchange. 

Day 6 – Green Ideas and Initiatives 

Developing sustainability project ideas and solutions connected to entrepreneurship competence and citizenship competence. 

Day 7 – Reflection and Evaluation 

Reflecting on the learning process, identifying competences developed during the exchange, and strengthening personal, social and learning to learn competence.  

To apply, please fill in the application form available through the Microsoft Forms link below. Before submitting your application, please read all questions carefully and make sure the information you provide is complete and accurate. Please note the following:

1. We are not responsible for incorrect or incomplete data submitted through the form.

2. Your personal details, especially your full name, email address, and date of birth, must be entered correctly. Any mistakes may lead to incorrect information on project documents and certificates.

3. Please use only your personal email address and make sure you can access it, as we will use it for further communication.

4. Please mention any dietary preferences, allergies, or food intolerances in the form. This information is essential for the preparation of the project and may not be possible to modify later.