When we talk about Erasmus+ and the European Solidarity Corps, we often focus on young people. But these programmes do much more than support individual journeys. They help organisations grow, institutions connect, and communities thrive.
For organisations, the benefits are practical and immediate. Through Erasmus+ and ESC, they gain access to international partnerships, better project quality, capacity building and mentoring. They also gain fresh energy and new ideas, brought by young people and volunteers who return with new perspectives. ADP-Zid in Montenegro describes itself as a sustainable bridge between local action and European standards, and this is exactly what the programmes provide: a way for local organisations to connect with the wider European ecosystem without losing their identity.
Beyond Barriers in Albania works with hundreds of organisations every year, helping them improve project quality and build international partnerships. Their approach is simple but effective: they support every step, from the first idea to a successfully implemented project. For institutions, they are a partner that promotes inclusion and youth participation, and for communities, they bring intercultural dialogue, solidarity and democratic participation.
In Kosovo, GAIA focuses on connections that bring new energy. They help local organisations access the European youth community, gain new perspectives, and discover new ways of working. For institutions, they offer support for youth participation and community development. For communities, they create stronger connections and greater participation, turning international experiences into local impact.
The Youth Center John Paul II in Bosnia and Herzegovina invests in people, and in doing so, grows organisations. Through their work, organisations gain new partnerships, knowledge, experience and inspiration. Institutions gain a partner that supports youth participation, inclusion and active citizenship. Communities gain a European dimension in everyday life, and young people who are more confident and more engaged.
For LDA Mostar, the role of a reliable reference point is central. They offer structured support, capacity building and partnership development to organisations. For institutions, they create stronger links between public policy and real life on the ground. For communities, they contribute to more informed, active and connected citizens, and they measure their impact not in single projects, but in long-term change.
In Serbia, Udruženje Svetlost brings fresh energy right to the doorstep. For organisations, they offer international networks, practical resources and new energy. For institutions, they help build active citizens and create strong links between policy and real life. For communities, they deliver hands-on help for local needs, while building a warmer, more open and more connected place to live.
There is a place for everyone in this story. Whether you are an organisation looking for new partnerships, an institution committed to youth development, or a community that wants to grow, the Contact Points of the SALTO SEE network are ready to help.