The EU and Belarus:
Creating opportunities
for youth

Become a volunteer in Europe

Since 2014, the EU has supported more than 140 projects involving young Belarusian volunteers. Volunteering in a European organisation is a great opportunity to gain work experience and improve your proficiency in foreign languages. Volunteering projects take place in many different areas including youth work, cultural activities, social care and environmental protection. After completing the programme you will obtain a certificate valid across the European Union. Volunteering opportunities are available for young people aged between 18 and 30.

You will not receive a salary but the EU will provide tickets, accommodation, meals, medical insurance and a small monthly allowance.

For additional information, contact the Erasmus+ Info Centre in Belarus:

• www.fb.com/EPbelarus
• info.Belarus@salto-youth.net

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Study at a European school in Georgia

The Eastern Partnership European School was established in 2018 in Tbilisi for students from all Eastern Partner countries, including Belarus. If you are student aged 16-17, you are eligible for a one-year scholarship. The scholarship will be renewed for a second and last year based on your academic performance. At the end of the two-year study cycle graduates receive an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a specialisation in European Studies.

The scholarship includes tuition fees, accommodation, meals and medical insurance. It also covers your flights between Tbilisi and your usual place of residence during school holidays.

For additional information:

• Send an e-mail
• Call at +995 32 225 70 06

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EARN A UNIVERSITY DEGREE IN LITHUANIA

The European Humanities University in Vilnius offers undergraduate, graduate and doctorate study programmes in humanities, social sciences and art. More than 3200 students, most of them from Belarus, have already graduated from the university since its founding in Minsk in 1992.

EHU is a liberal arts University where critical thinking and civic engagement are at centre of the teaching and learning experience. By means of internalisation and community engagement EHU students are empowered to develop innovative ideas and projects. All graduates receive diplomas recognised across the European Union and North America.

EU grants covering 50% or 100% of the tuition fees are available based on student portfolios that represent academic, civic and creative performance. Without a grant, tuition fees for Belarusian citizens and residents amount to between 500 EUR and 1200 EUR per semester depending on the study

Travel allowances are also available, as well as separate grants from the Lithuanian government and other donors.

Undergraduate study programmes are offered in high residence and low residence (distance learning). Graduate study programmes combine on-campus sessions and distance learning.

Admission procedures differ slightly for Master's degrees and doctoral degrees.

For additional information:

• Send e-mail
• Call at +370 5 263 96 50
• Skype: QuestionEHU

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Represent Europe and meet like-minded youths

The Young European Ambassadors initiative brings together young people aged 16-25 from European Union and Eastern partner countries. The ambassadors encourage local youth engagement, share experiences and discuss matters of concern to young people. There are currently 47 Young European Ambassadors in Belarus who are actively involved in EU-related activities at home and abroad. Join the network!

Support your community

Are you passionate about strengthening civic engagement and making positive changes in your community? The Eastern Partnership Civil Society Fellowship programme allows you to develop your leadership skills and take an active role in society. Fellows take part in actions addressing the needs of local communities in areas such as youth work, the fight against corruption, capacity-building for civil society, e-services for better governance and much more.

For additional information:

• Send an e-mail
• Facebook

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