Youth exchange for youth groups
Youth exchanges enable young people to meet up with another youth group in Switzerland or abroad. Institutions from the field of youth take on the organisation together with the young people. We support projects in Switzerland and abroad as well as participation in Erasmus+ projects.
What it's all about
Youth exchanges for youth groups open up new horizons for young people and young adults through encounters with other young people outside of school in Switzerland and abroad. Together with one or more partner organisations, you plan an exchange project with the involvement of the young people. You focus on a specific theme, for example nature and sustainability, youth participation, inclusion, art or peacebuilding. It is important that the participants learn from each other and develop personally. Whether your group receives a visit from a foreign youth group or you are travelling abroad with young people, an international encounter with youth groups from another country is always an enriching experience.
For young people between the ages of 13 and 30
In Switzerland or abroad
3 to 21 days
Projects by associations, federations, NGOs or public bodies that are active in the field of youth and are organised with the involvement of the participants
Application deadlines: 5 March 2025, 14 May 2025 and 1 October 2025
Added value
For young people:
- They experience encounters with other cultures.
- They expand their skills through active project participation and non-formal learning.
- They break down prejudices and stereotypes.
- The thematic focus sensitises them to socially relevant topics.
For youth workers:
- They build up or expand a network with partners.
- They expand their experience and skills in project management.
- They create and anchor programmes and topics in the field of youth.
- Exchange projects contribute to quality development in the field of youth.