Diana Jašekova (Slovakia, Education & Trainings) and Elīna Jēkabsone (Latvia, Education & Trainings)

As a hands-on learner, Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs was the perfect opportunity for me to gain practical knowledge in the field of youth work. Throughout the exchange I was able to learn in depth about the NGO management, its daily work, challenges as well as the success stories. Collaborating closely with experienced entrepreneur and the team provided me with invaluable insights into the essential components of building a sustainable and successful youth organization, and expanded my network not only in Slovakia, but also in Europe. Weiterlesen …

Alessia Sebillo (Belgium, Social Economy) and Maksims Fedosejevs (Latvia, Mobility and Social Economy)

Participation in the Erasmus for young entrepreneurs is an invaluable experience that not only helps to develop entrepreneurial skills, but also contributes to personal development. Participating in this programme is definitely one of the best decisions of my life. Weiterlesen …

Erato Chatzimichalaki (Greece, NGO and education) and Rihards Demiters (Latvia, sustainable farming and education)

Possibly the most valuable thing I gained in my time at Hopeland was the connections and friendships I developed with many of the people who were working there, or participating in the many projects. I now have valuable connections with not only eco projects in Greece, but also with people in Spain, Hungary, Romania, Germany, Turkey and more. Weiterlesen …

Marco Altea (Italy, Apps and accessibility) and Anete Bertholde (Latvia, Human Rights)

My journey led me to the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs Exchange in Sardinia, Italy, where I had the privilege of being mentored by Marco Altea from Whable. Marco, battling multiple sclerosis, created Whable, an innovative application that effortlessly connects individuals with disabilities to accessible restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues.

Here are ten pivotal business leadership lessons I learned from Marco that I wrote down from our conversations together. Weiterlesen …

Claudio Caponigro (Italy, event services) and Arina Amalija Belova (Latvia, photography)

Reflecting on my transformative experience, I can wholeheartedly recommend such program, especially for recent graduates. The six months of entrepreneurial immersion allowed me to redefine my goals, understand my strengths and weaknesses. I trully had a personal and professional growth and I finally found my purpose. I am very grateful. Weiterlesen …

Marko Drpić (Slovenia/Training Services) and Agate Lielpetere (Latvia/Graphic Design)

Marko Drpič (HE): “Agate came to me for entrepreneurial training as an illustrator and surprised me because she proposed an interesting entrepreneurial idea to include haiku design in her training program in addition to acquiring entrepreneurial competencies and knowledge. Agate designed and produced a series of haiku on the subject of truckers. She drew ideas for this from a collection of clichés and created an interesting series of haiku that combines design, print and poetry. This kind of entrepreneurial exchange was a great experience for me, beyond all expectations.” Weiterlesen …

Monika Marija Messinga (Latvia/Advertising and media) and James Beckley (Spain/Tourism)

Monika Marija Messinga (NE): “I would definitely recommend this program to anyone who feels that they are a little stuck in time because this is a great opportunity to develop themselves, gain new knowledge, make new friends, as well as get to know a new country, another part of the world. This is an opportunity to get out of your comfort zone and help yourself find yourself. It will help you achieve your dreams. May you succeed!” Weiterlesen …

Jānis Berzins (Latvia/Real Estate) and Jesper Bjerring Ørum (Denmark/Energy)

Jānis Berzins (NE): “If you are still thinking about applying for Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, answer two questions – what is the worst that can happen and what is the best that can happen as a result of the exchange? This way you can quickly come to the conclusion that there is no reason not to try this program yourself and look into the global marketplace to bring your ideas to light with the help of an experienced entrepreneur.” Weiterlesen …