A stronger Erasmus + needed to "maximise the impact of European University Alliances" (R. Minzatu)

"I want to leave two key concepts as a strong legacy of this Commission’s mandate: European University Alliances and Centers for Vocational Excellence. These initiatives are essential for the Union of Skills, promoting knowledge circulation and enhancing how Europeans are equipped with essential competencies and values. To maximise their impact, Erasmus must be strengthened, ensuring it amplifies the value and effectiveness of these programmes", states Roxana Minzatu, Executive Vice-president for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness, on 18/02/2025.

She is speaking at the stakeholder conference on the preparation of the post-2027 programming period of Erasmus + and European Solidarity Corps (which offers young people who want to help, learn and develop the opportunity to have a positive and inspiring experience) held in Brussels. She also states that her "vision for a highly skilled Europe, the Union of Skills", will be presented on 05/03/2025. "It has four pillars that are extremely relevant and for which we really need a strong Erasmus".

As the "Commissioner in…