Romania, Izvoare
Activity Dates: 08/11/2026 - 15/11/2026
Travel Dates: 07/11/2026 & 16/11/2026
Participating Countries: RO, HU, MD, CZ
The world of work is changing fast. AI, digital tools, freelancing and new forms of work are creating opportunities for young people—but knowing how to use technology is no longer enough.
So, what can you actually do with the skills you already have?
“Youth in Digital Entrepreneurship” is an 8-day Erasmus+ Youth Exchange bringing together young people who want to explore how their skills, interests and ideas can become real digital opportunities.
Through practical challenges, teamwork and experimentation, participants will explore AI-powered entrepreneurship, freelancing, personal branding, digital tools, financial literacy and the future of work. They will develop ideas, test solutions, learn how to present their value and take their first steps towards turning a skill into an opportunity.
The exchange comes down to one simple question:
What could you create if you started treating your skills as opportunities?
O1. To strengthen young people's entrepreneurial competences by developing their ability to recognise opportunities, identify real needs and problems, generate ideas, take initiative, make decisions and transform their skills and interests into potential professional opportunities.
O2. To develop practical digital and AI competences by enabling young people to use artificial intelligence and digital tools strategically for researching opportunities, developing ideas, creating digital products and services, building personal brands, and promoting their work.
O3. To prepare young people for the changing world of work by introducing them to freelancing, remote work and emerging digital career opportunities, while developing practical skills in financial literacy, pricing, client communication, personal branding, pitching and taking the first steps towards independent professional activity.
We are looking for 40 enthusiastic young people from Romania, Hungary, Republic of Moldova and Czech Republic to take part in an exciting youth exchange about digital entrepreneurship, AI, freelancing and the future of work!
If you have skills, interests or ideas but are wondering how you could turn them into real opportunities, this exchange is for you.
Resident or citizen of Romania, Hungary, Republic of Moldova and Czech Republic
Aged between 16–20 years old
Curious and motivated to explore digital entrepreneurship, AI, freelancing and new forms of work
Interested in developing ideas and discovering how their skills and interests can become professional opportunities
Open-minded, proactive and ready to participate in practical workshops, challenges, teamwork and discussions
Excited to work with young people from different countries and cultural backgrounds
Available for the full 8-day programme and committed to active participation throughout the exchange
Willing to share what they have learned with their school, youth group or local community after the exchange
From each participating country, we will select:
10 young participants (ages 16–20)
1 group leaders (aged 18+), responsible for supporting and guiding their national group throughout the project
The youth exchange will take place in the heart of nature, at Pensiunea Irgo, located in Izvoare, Harghita County, Romania, a welcoming location perfect for learning, relaxing, and connecting with others. Participants will be accommodated in cozy, shared rooms at the guesthouse, with 3 people per room, separated by gender to ensure comfort and privacy.
Each participant will be served three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
IRGO is known for the szekelers traditional cusine. A delicious one but one that focuses a lot on meat and potatoes and not too much on vegetables. Lunch is always composed by soup and second dish.
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
Meals are arranged through the accommodation as a contracted service. If any problems or complaints arise, they should be addressed with the kitchen (we have a responsible person from IRGO to whom all issues related to accommodation and food can be addressed).
Accommodation and food services contact:
Marosi Enikő Kinga
+40 742 672 180
ivo.irgo@gmail.com
🍕Check the planned menu here!🍎
IMPORTANT: We kindly ask all participants to share their dietary needs, allergies or food restrictions during the application process so that we can make sure everyone’s needs are taken into account.
Whether you're brainstorming business ideas, working in teams, or enjoying an evening by the fire, Pensiunea Irgo will be your home for the week — a place to relax, recharge, and create unforgettable memories with new friends from across Europe.
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 Izvoare, Harghita County Romania.
The transport tickets will be purchased by the organization for the participants. 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 Izvoare: 7 November 2026
Departure from Izvoare: 16 November 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:
Third-party liability
Lost or stolen baggage.
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 late-autumn is between 0°C and 10°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. Prepare your wardrobe for hot days and mildly chilly evenings.
Learning Process
We believe that the best way to learn entrepreneurship is by doing it. Throughout the exchange, you can expect interactive workshops, practical challenges, simulations, teamwork, real-life examples, reflection, and peer feedback.
Each day includes 4 sessions of 90 minutes, with two coffee breaks between the sessions. Meals follow a clear rhythm: breakfast from 08:30, lunch at 13:00, and dinner at 19:00.
The sessions will be practical, engaging and hands-on, combining useful knowledge with experimentation. You will have the opportunity to explore AI and digital tools, develop your own ideas, test them with others, and discover how your skills can become real professional opportunities.
By the end of the exchange, you won’t just leave with new knowledge—you’ll leave with practical digital and entrepreneurial skills, new ideas, and the confidence to take your next step.
Arrival Day – Participants arrive, settle in, meet the group, and take part in informal activities to start connecting with each other.
Day 1 – Welcome & Discover Your Potential: Getting to know each other, building trust, exploring personal skills, interests and strengths, and introducing the entrepreneurial mindset.
Days 2–7 – Learning Journey: From Skills to Digital Opportunities: Participants will explore the changing world of work, identify opportunities, and discover how AI and digital tools can support entrepreneurship. Through practical challenges, they will develop ideas, explore freelancing and digital careers, work on personal branding and financial literacy, create and test digital services or products, and learn how to communicate and pitch their value.
Day 8 – From Learning to Action: Reflecting on competences and learning outcomes through Youthpass, presenting final ideas, creating personal action plans, evaluating the exchange, and celebrating the learning journey.
Departure Day – Farewells and departure, taking with them new skills, practical tools, entrepreneurial ideas, and the confidence to turn their skills into opportunities.
In order to apply, you have to create an ASEY account, using the link below. If you already have an account you need to log in and complete the application form!
When you are creating the account and applying please carefully read the application form and note that:
1. We are not responsible for the wrong or incomplete data you introduce in the form.
2. Your data such as name, e-mail, and date of birth must be correct. Making mistakes will automatically translate into wrong information on your certificate received at the end of the project.
3. You must use no other e-mail address other than yours. Make sure you have access to it.
4. You have to specify to us if you prefer a vegetarian or vegan menu or have any allergies or intolerances - this cannot be changed during the project .
For questions or info regarding the activity, please contact us!
Event Coordinator
Victor-Andrei Caldare
Email: victor@asey.org
WhatsApp: +40 766 415 881