Protect and grow the budget
Secure ambitious, ring-fenced and predictable funding for Erasmus+ in the 2028–2034 MFF, so organisations can plan, innovate and build long-term partnerships.
Leipzig, Germany · 2–5 June 2026
The Erasmus+ Future Forum
A yearly gathering where international Erasmus+ networks, National Agencies and policymakers meet to shape the next programme (2028–2035) — and co-write a shared set of demands to deliver to the European Commission and EACEA.
15
network representatives in the room
10+
international Erasmus+ networks
5
National Agencies & public authorities
1
co-created position paper
What we're asking for
The demands
Six priorities for the next Erasmus+ programme, carried by networks that together represent more than 100 organisations across Europe and beyond.
Make it accessible to small actors
Simpler procedures and lighter administration, so grassroots NGOs and smaller networks can take part on equal footing — not only large institutions.
Recognise networks as partners
Treat international student, alumni and youth networks as structural partners of the programme, with the recognition and resources to act as multipliers.
Put inclusion first
Real financial accessibility and tailored support so that participants with fewer opportunities are never priced out of mobility and cooperation.
Give civil society a seat
Meaningful, ongoing involvement of NGOs and networks in the design, governance and evaluation of the programme — not consultation after the fact.
Ensure continuity & coherence
Avoid disruptive redesigns between cycles and align Erasmus+ with ESF+, ERDF and other funds, so expertise and partnerships are not rebuilt every few years.
These demands are drawn from the participating networks' priorities and are refined collectively at the forum. The full reasoning and wording live in the position paper.
