EARLALL Working Group on Mobility Focuses on Inclusive Erasmus+ Pathways and Skills Development

12/12/2025

On 12 December 2025, EARLALL hosted the Working Group on Mobility, co-led by Borås Stad (Nicholas Waller) and Movetia  (Julia Burkhard). The meeting brought together partners to discuss inclusive mobility initiatives, Erasmus+ opportunities, and inclusive opportunities that strengthen lifelong learning and skills development.

The meeting opened with a presentation by Ellen Pauwels from GO!4Tech & GO! Technisch Atheneum Zavelenberg Flanders on thethe Prep4Pro KA2 project, an Erasmus+ KA2 initiative designed to support long-term VET mobility, particularly ErasmusPro, for learners with fewer opportunities.

The project brought together VET providers and umbrella organisations from Belgium, Slovenia, Spain, Finland, and France, with the objective of building shared quality standards and sustainable mobility structures.

Key outcomes include

• The creation of a European VET mobility network Prep4Pro Roadmap, offering practical tools such as checklists, templates, communication strategies, and tested solutions for inclusive mobility
• Tailored communication materials addressing students, staff, parents, and host companies, ensuring equal access and appropriate support throughout the mobility process

Discussions highlighted the transformative role of ErasmusPro mobility in supporting not only professional skills but also personal development. Targeting learners aged 17–20, ErasmusPro contributes to:

• Increased independence and self-confidence
• Stronger social and intercultural skills
• Greater autonomy, with learners often travelling and living independently during placements

Participants underlined that these outcomes are particularly valuable for young people with fewer opportunities, as mobility experiences can significantly enhance their adaptability and long-term employability.

The Working Group reviewed EARLALL’s draft factsheet on mobility for people with fewer opportunities, showcasing successful initiatives across member regions, highlighting curriculum integration, funding for accommodations, and strategies to make mobility programmes accessible without stigmatising participants.

Julia Burkhard (Movetia) presented highlights from the Switzerland National Mobility Week 2025 which recorded a new participation record with over 4,600 young participants, a 30% increase from the previous year. Activities spanned all major language regions, including VET trainees, with strong public visibility. Bern hosted key events featuring high-level speakers, including Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, and the first National Exchange Prize for outstanding VET projects.
Participants also reflected on regional mobility exchanges, including a Mobility Matchmaking Exchange between Västra Götaland (Sweden) and the Basque Country in November 2025. The visit explored cooperation opportunities in areas such as education, skills development, prison education, health, and digital services for seniors.

Through this working group, EARLALL continues to champion inclusive mobility, ensuring that all learners and VET professionals can access transformative opportunities while strengthening regional skills ecosystems across Europe.