The 2026 Erasmus+ Call for Proposals is open!

Take a look at the new call, offering a wide range of opportunities for the adult education sector.

EPALE Editor

The Erasmus+ 2026 call for proposals is now open, offering new opportunities for organisations working in adult learning and education across Europe. The programme continues to support mobility, cooperation and innovation in education and training, with a strong focus on inclusion, digital transformation and the green transition.

For the adult education sector, the call opens the door to a wide range of activities. Organisations can apply for mobility projects (Key Action 1) to support learners and staff, as well as cooperation partnerships (Key Action 2) to strengthen collaboration, exchange good practices and develop innovative approaches in adult learning.

Key priorities

• widening participation, especially for adults with fewer opportunities,
• supporting digital and green skills,
• promoting high-quality lifelong learning,
• strengthening community engagement and active citizenship.

Who can apply?

Adult education centres, NGOs, local authorities, continuing education providers, cultural institutions and other organisations active in adult learning are encouraged to participate.

How to get started

All details on available actions, application procedures and deadlines can be found in the 2026 Erasmus+ Programme Guide on the official Erasmus+ website. Organisations are advised to check national deadlines and guidance provided by their National Agency.

The new call represents an important chance to support adults in upskilling, reskilling and fully participating in Europe’s changing labour market and society.

Deadline for the submission of applications

All deadlines for submission of applications specified below are set at Brussels time (CET).

Key Action 1

Mobility of individuals in VET, school education and adult education fields: 19 February 2026 at 12:00 Erasmus Accreditations in VET, school education and adult education: 29 September 2026 at 12:00

Key Action 2

Small-scale partnerships in the fields of school education, vocational education and training, adult education and youth: 5 March 2026 at 12:00

Themes (required)

• Non-formal and informal learning
• Participation
• Erasmus+
• European policies projects and funding
• Lifelong learning
• Outreach and guidance