This policy event, hosted by the European University Foundation and Members of the European Parliament, takes place at a time when the future of the Erasmus+ programme is being determined. With negotiations for the next Multiannual Financial Framework and the regulation setting out the outline for the Erasmus+ on the table, it’s high time to steer the direction and ensure the programme fulfills the needs of its beneficiaries.
The participants of the event will engage in discussions among higher education practitioners, stakeholders and policy makers, raising issues from inclusion and digitalisation to governance and funding of the Erasmus+ programme.
Over two days, participants will take a deep dive into different aspects of the programme, sharing their experiences and expectations for the future of higher education in Erasmus+ programme.
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On the agenda:
Day 1 – 20 April 2026
Hosted at Fondation Universitaire
12:00-13:00 – Arrival and light networking lunch for EUF members
13:00-15:00 – Internal policy debate session with EUF members
Welcome words
Introduction to the ongoing policy processes
Panel: challenges and priorities on the future of Erasmus+ from an institutional perspective
Participants’ updates on their priorities for the next programme
15:00-15:30 – Coffee break
15:30-17:30 – Policy debate with stakeholder organisations
Presentation of recommendations on the future of Erasmus+
Policy talks in a world café format
Closing remarks
17:30 – EUF Networking Reception
Day 2 – 21 April 2026
Policy Dialogue at European Parliament
Hosted by Marcos Ros (S&D, Spain)
09:00-10:00 Arrival to the European Parliament, accreditation and registration
10:00 – 10:15 Opening address
10:15 – 11:05 Panel discussion: Key recommendations from the higher education community on the future of Erasmus+
11:05 – 11:25 Coffee break
11:25 – 12.15 Panel discussion on the European policy and priorities post 2028 (50 min)
12:15 – 12:30 Closing
12.30 – 13:00 Networking and goodbyes