🌱 Green Pathways: Empowering NEET Youth for a Sustainable Future (GENYOUS) Erasmus+ project

Focsani Erasmus+

Are you 18+ and ready to explore how Erasmus+ can open doors to sustainability, entrepreneurship, and international collaboration? 🌍
With the project “Green Pathways: Empowering NEET Youth for a Sustainable Future (GENYOUS)”, you will travel to Romania, meet young people from across Europe, and gain the skills to make a real difference in your community.

📅 Project dates: 24–29 October 2025 | Location: Focșani, Romania


🚀 About the Project

This Erasmus+ initiative is designed to empower young people with the knowledge and tools to take part in the green economy. Participants will:

  • Discover green entrepreneurship, recycling, upcycling, and climate action.
  • Explore social economy structures linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Develop entrepreneurial, digital, and creative skills through non-formal education.
  • Join an international network of young people who want to create change.

🌎 Who Can Join This Erasmus+ Opportunity?

We are looking for 4 participants from Greece (18+ years old) who are:
✔ Interested in sustainability, entrepreneurship, and green innovation
✔ Motivated to join workshops, team activities, and cultural exchange
✔ Open to intercultural learning and collaboration
✔ Able to communicate in basic English

No previous Erasmus+ experience is required — first-time participants are especially encouraged to apply!


✨ Erasmus+ Activities and Experiences

🌿 Green workshops – waste separation, permaculture, climate action games
🏭 Eco-friendly industry visit – learn how businesses apply sustainable production methods
🎭 Cultural nights – share Greek traditions and discover new cultures
🏞 Brasov trip – explore Romania’s heritage and nature
🤝 Team building & reflection – work together, share ideas, and grow as a group


🌍 Partner Countries

🇷🇴 Romania • 🇹🇷 Turkey • 🇧🇬 Bulgaria • 🇵🇱 Poland • 🇬🇷 Greece • 🇲🇰 North Macedonia


🚗 Travel Adventure for Greek Participants

This Erasmus+ journey starts the moment we leave Athens!

  • Departure from Athens: 22 October 2025
  • Return to Athens: 31 October 2025
  • We will travel together by car, turning the road trip into part of the project.
  • On the way to Romania, we will spend one night in Sofia, Bulgaria, with sightseeing included 🏙.
  • On the way back, the group will decide whether to stay in Sofia, Bansko, or another location for one more cultural stop.

💶 The trip by car is fully covered by the sending organization.
Participants only need to cover the cost of the overnight stays in Sofia/Bansko (approx. 20–50€ total per person for both ways).


🏡 Accommodation in Romania

During the Erasmus+ project in Focșani, participants will be accommodated at Romeo Hotel, Strada Mărășești 58.
Accommodation, meals, and all project activities are 100% funded by Erasmus+.


📅 Key Information

  • Project dates: 24–29 October 2025
  • Travel days: 22,23 October (departure) – 30,31 October (return)
  • Location: Focșani, Romania
  • Participants from Greece: 4 (18+)

✅ Why Join This Erasmus+ Project?

✔ Gain skills in green entrepreneurship and sustainability
✔ Boost your CV with international Erasmus+ experience
✔ Connect with young people from 5 other countries
✔ Discover both Romania and Bulgaria in one trip
✔ Be part of a project that empowers youth to shape a sustainable future 🌍


📩 How to Apply

If you’re ready to join this Erasmus+ adventure:

👉 Fill out the application form Apply Here.

ℹ For more information, read the Info Pack 👇👇👇👇👇👇


✨ Don’t miss this chance to join GENYOUS and experience how Erasmus+ empowers young people to create Green Pathways for a sustainable future!

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