### following the requests of the european parliament and of the council and , the union established a support framework for space surveillance and tracking by means of decision no 541 / 2014 / eu of the european parliament and of the council of 16 april 2014 establishing a framework for space surveillance and tracking support24 . space debris has become a serious threat to the security , safety and sustainability of space activities . the sst is therefore primordial to preserve the continuity of the programme ' s components and their contributions to union policies . by seeking to prevent the proliferation of space debris , sst contributes to ensuring the sustainable and guaranteed access to and use of space , which is a global common . _________________ 24 oj l 158 , 27 . 5 . 2014 , p . 227 . ### following the requests of the european parliament and of the council and , the union established a support framework for space surveillance and tracking by means of decision no 541 / 2014 / eu of the european parliament and of the council of 16 april 2014 establishing a framework for space surveillance and tracking support24 . space debris has become a serious threat to the security , safety and sustainability of space activities . there are between 18 000 and 29 000 artificial objects larger than 10 centimetres , 750 000 ' flying projectiles ' of one centimetre , and around 150 million fragments smaller than one millimetre . the sst is therefore primordial to preserve the continuity of the programme ' s components and their contributions to union policies . by seeking to prevent the proliferation of space debris , sst contributes to ensuring the sustainable and guaranteed access to and use of space , which is a global common . the sst is intended to facilitate the implementation of earth orbit ' clean - up ' projects such as the esa e . deorbit mission to be launched in 2023 . _________________ 24 oj l 158 , 27 . 5 . 2014 , p . 227 .


### the sst should further develop the performance and autonomy of sst capabilities . to this end , it should lead to the establishment of an autonomous european catalogue of space objects , building on data from the network of sst sensors . the sst should also continue to support operation and delivery of sst services . as sst is a user - driven system , appropriate mechanisms should be put in place to collect user requirements , including those relating to security . ### the sst should further develop the performance and autonomy of sst capabilities . to this end , it should lead to the establishment of an autonomous european catalogue of space objects , building on data from the network of sst sensors . the sst should also continue to support operation and delivery of sst services . as sst is a user - driven system , appropriate mechanisms should be put in place to collect user requirements , including those relating to security and the transmission of useful information to and from public institutions to improve the effectiveness of the system .


### in addition , the sst should be complementary to existing mitigation measures , such as the space debris mitigation guidelines of the committee on the peaceful uses of outer space and guidelines for the long - term sustainability of outer space activities , or other initiatives , to ensure the safety , security and sustainability of outer space activities . with a view to reducing risks of collision , the sst would also seek synergies with initiatives of active removal and passivation measures of space debris . the sst should contribute to ensuring the peaceful use and exploration of outer space . the increase in space activities may have implication on the international initiatives in the area of the space traffic management . the union should monitor those developments and may take them into consideration in the context of the mid - term review of the current mff . ### in addition , the sst should be complementary to existing mitigation measures , such as the space debris mitigation guidelines of the committee on the peaceful uses of outer space and guidelines for the long - term sustainability of outer space activities , or other initiatives , to ensure the safety , security and sustainability of outer space activities . the sst should contribute to ensuring the peaceful use and exploration of outer space . the increase in space activities may have implication on the international initiatives in the area of the space traffic management , including active debris removal . the union should monitor those developments and may take them into consideration in the context of the mid - term review of the current mff .


### in addition , the sst should be complementary to existing mitigation measures , such as the space debris mitigation guidelines of the committee on the peaceful uses of outer space and guidelines for the long - term sustainability of outer space activities , or other initiatives , to ensure the safety , security and sustainability of outer space activities . with a view to reducing risks of collision , the sst would also seek synergies with initiatives of active removal and passivation measures of space debris . the sst should contribute to ensuring the peaceful use and exploration of outer space . the increase in space activities may have implication on the international initiatives in the area of the space traffic management . the union should monitor those developments and may take them into consideration in the context of the mid - term review of the current mff . ### in addition , the sst should be complementary to existing mitigation measures , such as the space debris mitigation guidelines of the committee on the peaceful uses of outer space and guidelines for the long - term sustainability of outer space activities , or other initiatives , to ensure the safety , security and sustainability of outer space activities . with a view to reducing risks of collision , the sst would also seek synergies with initiatives of active removal and passivation measures of space debris , for instance by developing active removal technologies . the sst should contribute to ensuring the peaceful use and exploration of outer space . the increase in space activities may have implications for the international initiatives in the area of the space traffic management . the union should monitor those developments and may take them into consideration in the context of the mid - term review of the current mff .


### extreme and major space weather events may threaten the safety of citizens and disrupt the operations of space - based and ground - based infrastructure . a space weather function should therefore be established as part the programme with an aim of assessing the space weather risks and corresponding user needs , raising the awareness of space weather risks , ensuring the delivery of user - driven space weather services , and improving member stares capabilities to produce space weather service . the commission should prioritise the sectors to which the operational space weather services are to be provided taking into account the user needs , risks and technological readiness . in the long term , the needs of other sectors may be addressed . the delivery of services at union level according to the users ' needs will require targeted , coordinated and continued research and development activities to support space weather services evolution . the delivery of the space weather services should build on the existing national and union capabilities and enable a broad participation of member states and involvement of the private sector . ### extreme and major space weather events may threaten the safety of citizens and disrupt the operations of space - based and ground - based infrastructure . a space weather function should therefore be established as part the programme with an aim of assessing the space weather risks and corresponding user needs , raising the awareness of space weather risks by informing all users in good time , ensuring the delivery of user - driven space weather services , and improving member states ' capabilities to produce space weather service . the commission should prioritise the sectors to which the operational space weather services are to be provided taking into account the user needs , risks and technological readiness . in the long term , the needs of other sectors may be addressed . the delivery of services at union level according to the users ' needs will require targeted , coordinated and continued research and development activities to support space weather services evolution . the delivery of the space weather services should build on the existing national and union capabilities and enable a broad participation of member states and involvement of the private sector .


### ‘ space situational awareness’ means a holistic approach towards the main space hazards , encompassing collision between satellites and space debris , space weather phenomena , and near earth objects ; ### ‘ space situational awareness’ means comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the main space hazards , encompassing collision between satellites and space debris , space weather phenomena , and near earth objects ;


### an autonomous , user - driven , earth observation system under civil control , offering geo - information data and services , comprising satellites , ground infrastructure , data and information processing facilities , and distribution infrastructure , and fully integrating the needs and requirements of security ; ### an autonomous , user - driven , earth observation system under civil control , offering geo - information data and services , comprising satellites , in situ sensors , ground infrastructure , data and information processing facilities , and distribution infrastructure , and fully integrating the needs and requirements of security ;


### an autonomous , user - driven , earth observation system under civil control , offering geo - information data and services , comprising satellites , ground infrastructure , data and information processing facilities , and distribution infrastructure , and fully integrating the needs and requirements of security ; ### an autonomous , user - driven , earth observation system under civil control , offering updated and reliable geo - information data and services , comprising satellites , ground infrastructure , data and information processing facilities , and distribution infrastructure , and fully integrating the needs and requirements regarding the security of union citizens ;


### a space surveillance and tracking system aiming to improve , operate and provide data , information and services related to the surveillance and tracking of active and inactive spacecraft , discarded launchers stages , debris and debris fragments that orbit around the earth and complemented by observational parameters related to space weather events and the risk of near earth objects approaching earth monitoring ; ### a space surveillance and tracking system aiming to improve , operate and provide data , information and services related to the surveillance and tracking of active and inactive spacecraft , discarded launchers stages , debris and debris fragments that orbit around the earth and complemented by observational parameters related to space weather events and the risk of near earth objects approaching earth monitoring ; this system is considered to be the first step in the deployment of ' clean - up ' missions as such .


### for galileo and egnos : to provide of state - of - the - art and , where appropriate , secure positioning , navigation and timing services ; ### as regards galileo and egnos : to provide continuous state - of - the - art and , where appropriate , secure positioning , navigation and timing services ;


### development activities linked to autonomous , reliable and cost - efficient access to space ; ### support the development activities linked to autonomous , reliable and cost - efficient access to space ;


### where this is required for the needs of the programme , the necessary adaptations to the space ground infrastructure . ### support , where this is required for the needs of the programme , the necessary adaptations to the space ground infrastructure .


### innovation activities for making best use of space technologies , infrastructure or services ; ### innovation activities for making best use of space technologies , infrastructure or services , taking account of the essential interests of the union and its member states referred to in article 25 ;


### the establishment of space - related innovation partnerships to develop innovative products or services and for the subsequent purchase of the resulting supply or services ; ### the establishment of space - related innovation partnerships within the union and with third countries where appropriate to develop innovative products or services and for the subsequent purchase of the resulting supply or services ;


### the establishment of space - related innovation partnerships to develop innovative products or services and for the subsequent purchase of the resulting supply or services ; ### the establishment of space - related innovation partnerships to develop and commercialise innovative products or services and for the subsequent purchase of the resulting supply or services ;


### the establishment of space - related innovation partnerships to develop innovative products or services and for the subsequent purchase of the resulting supply or services ; ### the establishment of national , cross - border and multinational space - related innovation partnerships to develop innovative products or services and for the subsequent purchase of the resulting products or services for the needs of the programme , taking account of the essential interests of the union and its member states referred to in article 25 ;


### does not confer to the third country or international organisation a decisional power on the programme ; ### does not confer to the third country or international organisation a decisional power on the programme or access to sensitive or classified information ;


### undertake communication and promotion activities , and activities relating to the commercialisation of the services offered by galileo and egnos ; ### undertake activities , including in the field of communication and promotion , relating to the commercialisation of the services offered by galileo , egnos and copernicus , and more generally to the uptake and use of the data and services provided by the programme ' s components in the public and private sectors . it shall develop synergies between the applications of the various components of the programme .


### –clearly define the responsibilities and obligations of the european space agency with regard to the programme ; ### –clearly define the responsibilities and obligations of the european space agency with regard to each component of the programme ;


### –establish the principles for the remuneration of the european space agency , which shall be proportionate to the difficulty of the tasks to be carried out , in line with market prices and the fees of the other entities involved , including the union , and may , where appropriate , be based on performance indicators ; those fees shall not cover general overheads which are not associated with the activities entrusted to the european space agency by the union . ### –establish the principles for the remuneration of the european space agency , taking into consideration its cost model as a public entity , which shall be proportionate to the difficulty of the tasks to be carried out , in line with market prices and the fees of the other entities involved , including the union , and may , where appropriate , be based on performance indicators ; those fees shall not cover general overheads which are not associated with the activities entrusted to the european space agency by the union .


### –the development and operations of the copernicus sentinels ; ### –the development and operations of the copernicus sentinel satellites ;


### data access and distribution component , which shall include infrastructure and services to ensure the discovery , viewing , access to , distribution and exploitation of copernicus data and copernicus information ; ### data access and distribution component , which shall include infrastructure and services to ensure the discovery , viewing , long - term archiving , access to , distribution and exploitation of copernicus data and copernicus information , in a user - friendly manner ;


### the executive director shall decide whether it is necessary to locate one or more staff in one or more member states for the purpose of carrying out the agency ' s tasks in an efficient and effective manner . before deciding to establish a local office the executive directive shall obtain the prior approval of the commission , the administrative board and the member state concerned . the decision shall specify the scope of the activities to be carried out at the local office in a manner that avoids unnecessary costs and duplication of administrative functions of the agency . a headquarters agreement with the member state concerned may be required . ### the executive director shall decide whether it is necessary to locate one or more staff in one or more member states for the purpose of carrying out the agency ' s tasks in an efficient and effective manner . before deciding to establish a local office the executive directive shall obtain the prior approval of the commission and the member state concerned . the decision shall specify the scope of the activities to be carried out at the local office in a manner that avoids unnecessary costs and duplication of administrative functions of the agency . a headquarters agreement with the member state concerned may be required .


### promoting renewable forms of energy is one of the goals of the union energy policy . the increased use of energy from renewable sources , together with energy savings and increased energy efficiency , constitutes an important part of the package of measures needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with the 2015 paris agreement on climate change , and the union 2030 energy and climate framework , including the binding target to cut emissions in the union by at least 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 . it also has an important part to play in promoting the security of energy supply , technological development and innovation and providing opportunities for employment and regional development , especially in rural and isolated areas or regions with low population density . ### promoting renewable forms of energy is one of the goals of the union energy policy . the increased use of energy from renewable sources , together with energy savings and increased energy efficiency , constitutes an important part of the package of measures needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with the 2015 paris agreement on climate change , and the union 2030 energy and climate framework , including the binding target to cut emissions in the union by at least 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 . it also has an important part to play in promoting the security of energy supply , technological development and innovation and providing opportunities for employment and regional and local development , especially in low - income rural and isolated areas with sluggish growth , island regions or regions with low population density .


### without prejudice to adaptations of support schemes to bring them in line with state aid rules , renewables support policies should be stable and avoid frequent changes . such changes have a direct impact on capital financing costs , the costs of project development and therefore on the overall cost of deploying renewables in the union . member states should prevent the revision of any support granted to renewable energy projects from having a negative impact on their economic viability . in this context , member states should promote cost - effective support policies and ensure their financial sustainability . ### without prejudice to adaptations of support schemes to bring them in line with state aid rules , renewables support policies should be stable and avoid frequent and retroactive changes . such changes have a direct impact on capital financing costs , the costs of project development and therefore on the overall cost of deploying renewables in the union . member states should prevent the revision of any support granted to renewable energy projects from having a negative impact on their economic viability . in this context , member states should promote cost - effective support policies , maintain a stable and transparent policy framework to advertise investment and ensure financial sustainability .


### member states ' obligations to draft renewable energy action plans and progress reports and the commission ' s obligation to report on member states ' progress are essential in order to increase transparency , provide clarity to investors and consumers and allow for effective monitoring . regulation [ governance ] integrates those obligations in the energy union governance system , where planning , reporting and monitoring obligations in the energy and climate fields are streamlined . the transparency platform on renewable energy is also integrated in the broader e - platform established in regulation [ governance ] . ### member states ' obligations to draft renewable energy action plans and progress reports and the commission ' s obligation to report on member states ' progress are essential in order to increase transparency , provide clarity to consumers and investors and allow for effective monitoring . regulation [ governance ] integrates those obligations in the energy union governance system , where planning , reporting and monitoring obligations in the energy and climate fields are streamlined . the transparency platform on renewable energy is also integrated in the broader e - platform established in regulation [ governance ] .


### lengthy administrative procedures constitute a major administrative barrier and are costly . the simplification of permit - granting processes , associated with a clear time - limit for the decision to be taken by the respective authorities regarding the construction of the project should stimulate a more efficient handling of procedures thus reducing administrative costs . ### lengthy administrative procedures constitute a major administrative barrier and are costly . the simplification of permit - granting processes , associated with a clear time - limit for the decision to be taken by the respective authorities regarding the construction of the project should stimulate a more efficient handling of procedures thus reducing administrative costs . establishing shorter time limits for granting projects and improving the notification procedure would improve transparency for permit applicants .


### local citizen participation in renewable energy projects through renewable energy communities has resulted in substantial added value in terms of local acceptance of renewable energy and access to additional private capital . this local involvement will be all the more crucial in a context of increasing renewable energy capacity in the future . ### local citizen participation in renewable energy projects through renewable energy communities has resulted in substantial added value in terms of local acceptance of renewable energy and access to additional private capital . this local involvement must be initiated immediately , since it will be all the more crucial in a context of increasing renewable energy capacity in the future .


### without prejudice to adaptations necessary to comply with state aid rules , member states shall ensure that the level of , and the conditions attached to , the support granted to renewable energy projects are not revised in a way that negatively impacts the rights conferred thereunder and the economics of supported projects . ### member states shall guarantee that the level of , and the conditions attached to , the support granted to new or existing renewable energy projects are not revised in a retroactive way that negatively impacts the rights conferred thereunder and the economics of supported projects . member states therefore shall also ensure the improvement of legal certainty for consumers and investors to establish a strong legal framework .


### member states shall ensure that investors have sufficient predictability of the planned support for energy from renewable sources . to this aim , member states shall define and publish a long - term schedule in relation to expected allocation for support , covering at least the following three years and including for each scheme the indicative timing , the capacity , the budget expected to be allocated , as well as a consultation of stakeholders on the design of the support . ### member states shall ensure that investors have sufficient predictability of the planned support for energy from renewable sources . to this aim , member states shall define and publish a long - term schedule in relation to expected allocation for support , covering at least the following five years and including for each scheme the indicative timing , the capacity , the budget expected to be allocated , as well as a consultation of stakeholders on the design of the support .


### without prejudice to state aid rules , when designing support schemes , member states shall take into account the specificities of renewable energy communities . ### when designing support schemes , member states shall take into account the specificities of renewable energy communities , especially including communities with low - income households affected by energy poverty .


### the european pillar of social rights , solemnly proclaimed and signed on 17 november 2017 by the european parliament , the council and the commission , lays down , as its first key principle , that everyone has the right to quality and inclusive education , training and lifelong learning in order to maintain and acquire skills that enable them to participate fully in society and manage successfully transitions in the labour market . ### the european pillar of social rights , solemnly proclaimed and signed on 17 november 2017 by the european parliament , the council and the commission , lays down , as its first key principle , that everyone has the right to quality and inclusive education , training and lifelong learning in order to maintain and acquire skills that enable them to participate fully in society and manage successfully the integration on the labour market . its third key principle states that regardless of gender , racial or ethnic origin , religion or belief , disability , age or sexual orientation , everyone has the right to equal treatment and opportunities regarding employment , social protection , education , and access to goods and services available to the public . its seventeenth principle states that people with disabilities have the right to income support that ensures living in dignity , services that enable them to participate in the labour market and in society , and a work environment adapted to their needs . equal opportunities should be fostered and sufficient union funding should be ensured .


### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can study and find jobs across the union ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes cultural diversity . ### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , the leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , the leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training , enabling them to achieve personal growth , and can study and find jobs across the union ; a union which preserves our tangible and intangible cultural heritage and promotes europe’s rich cultural and linguistic diversity .


### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can study and find jobs across the union ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes cultural diversity . ### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can study and find jobs across the european continent and beyond ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes cultural diversity ; a union which fights unemployment , discrimination , social exclusion and poverty .


### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can study and find jobs across the union ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes cultural diversity . ### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can work , learn , exchange , study and find jobs across the union ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes solidarity , democracy and cultural diversity .


### the mid - term evaluation report of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme confirmed that the creation of a single programme on education , training , youth and sport resulted in significant simplification , rationalisation and synergies in the management of the programme while further improvements are necessary to further consolidate the efficiency gains of the 2014 - 2020 programme . in the consultations for the mid - term evaluation and on the future programme , member states and stakeholders made a strong call for continuity in the programme ' s scope , architecture and delivery mechanisms , while calling for a number of improvements , such as making the programme more inclusive . they also expressed their full support for keeping the programme integrated and underpinned by the lifelong learning paradigm . the european parliament , in its resolution of 2 february 2017 on the implementation of erasmus + , welcomed the integrated structure of the programme and called on the commission to exploit fully the lifelong learning dimension of the programme by fostering and encouraging cross - sectoral cooperation in the future programme . member states and stakeholders also highlighted the need to keep a strong international dimension in the programme and to extend it to other sectors of education and training . ### the mid - term evaluation report of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme confirmed that the creation of a single programme on education , training , youth and sport resulted in significant simplification , rationalisation and synergies in the management of the programme while further improvements are necessary in order to meet the objectives of the programme , to improve the quality of mobility placements and to offer quality mobility opportunities to all , and thus to further consolidate the efficiency gains of the 2014 - 2020 programme . in the consultations for the mid - term evaluation and on the future programme , member states and stakeholders made a call for continuity in the programme ' s scope , architecture and delivery mechanisms , while calling for a number of improvements , such as making the programme more inclusive and manageable also for smaller beneficiaries and smaller - size projects . they also expressed their support for keeping the programme integrated and underpinned by the lifelong learning paradigm . the european parliament , in its resolution of 2 february 2017 on the implementation of erasmus + , welcomed the integrated structure of the programme and called on the commission to exploit fully the lifelong learning dimension of the programme by fostering and encouraging cross - sectoral cooperation in the future programme . member states and stakeholders also highlighted the need to keep a strong international dimension in the programme and to extend it to other sectors of education and training .


### in its communication on ʻa modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends – the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027ʼ26 adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work . _________________ 26 com 321 final . ### in its communication on ʻa modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027ʼ26 adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , to be achieved not least through measures to promote intercultural and , where appropriate , interreligious dialogue , and the programme should seek to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work . _________________ 26 com 321 final .


### in this context , it is necessary to establish the successor programme for education , training , youth and sport of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme established by regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council27 . the integrated nature of the 2014 - 2020 programme covering learning in all contexts - formal , non - formal and informal , and at all stages of life - should be maintained to boost flexible learning paths allowing individuals to develop those competences that are necessary to face the challenges of the twenty - first century . __________________ 27 regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council of 11 december 2013 establishing ' erasmus + ' : the union programme for education , training , youth and sport and repealing decisions no 1719 / 2006 / ec , no 1720 / 2006 / ec and no 1298 / 2008 / ec . ### in this context , it is necessary to establish the successor programme for education , training , youth and sport of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme established by regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council 27 . the integrated nature of the 2014 - 2020 programme covering learning in all contexts - formal , non - formal and informal , and at all stages of life - should be reinforced in order to boost flexible learning paths as well as a lifelong learning approach , allowing individuals to develop those competences that are necessary to develop as individuals and to face the challenges of the twenty - first century . the commission and member states should strongly promote cross - sectoral cooperation with a sufficient budget for implementing also large - scale policy projects as well as by ensuring budget - flexibility for national authorities and project applicants to build common projects on transversal issues , that have a lifelong learning approach and promote flexible pathways . __________________ 27 regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council of 11 december 2013 establishing ' erasmus + ' : the union programme for education , training , youth and sport and repealing decisions no 1719 / 2006 / ec , no 1720 / 2006 / ec and no 1298 / 2008 / ec .


### the programme should be equipped to become an even greater contributor to the implementation of the union ' s policy objectives and priorities in the field of education , training , youth and sport . a coherent lifelong learning approach is central to managing the different transitions that people will face over the course of their life cycle . in taking this approach forward , the next programme should maintain a close relationship with the overall strategic framework for union policy cooperation in the field of education , training and youth , including the policy agendas for schools , higher education , vocational education and training and adult learning , while reinforcing and developing new synergies with other related union programmes and policy areas . ### the programme should be equipped to become an even greater contributor to the implementation of the union ' s policy objectives and priorities in the field of education , training , youth and sport . a coherent lifelong learning approach is central to managing the different transitions that people will face over the course of their life cycle . in taking this approach forward , the next programme should maintain a close relationship with the overall strategic framework for union policy cooperation in the field of education , training , adult learning and youth , while reinforcing and developing new synergies with other related union programmes and policy areas .


### the programme is a key component of building a european education area . it should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the skills agenda for europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills and competences for sustaining jobs , growth and competitiveness . it should support member states in reaching the goals of the paris declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom , tolerance and non - discrimination through education29 . _________________ 28 com 381 final . 29 [ reference ] . ### the programme is a key component of building a european education area by 2025 , as agreed by the member states at the gothenburg social summit . it should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the skills agenda for europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills , competences and knowledge for sustaining jobs , growth , competitiveness , innovation and social cohesion . it should support member states in reaching the goals of the paris declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom , tolerance and non - discrimination through education29 . _________________ 28 com 381 final . 29 [ reference ] .


### the programme should take into account the union work plan for sport which is the cooperation framework at union level in the field of sport for the years [ … ] 32 . coherence and complementarity should be ensured between the union work plan and actions supported under the programme in the field of sport . there is a need to focus in particular on grassroots sports , taking into account the important role that sports play in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle , social inclusion and equality . the programme should contribute to promote european common values through sport , good governance and integrity in sport , as well as education , training and skills in and through sport . _________________ 32 [ reference ] . ### the programme should take into account the union work plan for sport which is the cooperation framework at union level in the field of sport for the years [ … ] 32 . coherence and complementarity should be ensured between the union work plan and actions supported under the programme in the field of sport . there is a need to focus in particular on grassroots and social sports , taking into account the important role that sports play in promoting physical activity , education , play , interpersonal relations , a healthy lifestyle , social inclusion and equality . the programme should contribute to promoting european common values through sport , good governance and integrity in sport , as well as education , training and skills in and through sport , thereby affording opportunities for growth in both human and work terms with and in sport . _________________ 32 [ reference ] .


### the programme should take into account the union work plan for sport which is the cooperation framework at union level in the field of sport for the years [ … ] 32 . coherence and complementarity should be ensured between the union work plan and actions supported under the programme in the field of sport . there is a need to focus in particular on grassroots sports , taking into account the important role that sports play in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle , social inclusion and equality . the programme should contribute to promote european common values through sport , good governance and integrity in sport , as well as education , training and skills in and through sport . _________________ 32 [ reference ] . ### the programme should take into account the union work plan for sport which is the cooperation framework at union level in the field of sport for the years [ … ] 32 . coherence and complementarity should be ensured between the union work plan and actions supported under the programme in the field of sport . there is a need to focus in particular on grassroots sports , taking into account the important role that sports play in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle , social inclusion and equality . the programme should contribute to promoting european common values through sport , not least through measures to promote intercultural and , where appropriate , interreligious dialogue , good governance and integrity in sport , as well as education , training and skills in and through sport . _________________ 32 [ reference ] .


### the programme should take into account the union work plan for sport which is the cooperation framework at union level in the field of sport for the years [ … ] 32 . coherence and complementarity should be ensured between the union work plan and actions supported under the programme in the field of sport . there is a need to focus in particular on grassroots sports , taking into account the important role that sports play in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle , social inclusion and equality . the programme should contribute to promote european common values through sport , good governance and integrity in sport , as well as education , training and skills in and through sport . _________________ 32 [ reference ] . ### the programme should take into account the union work plan for sport which is the cooperation framework at union level in the field of sport for the years [ … ] 32 . coherence and complementarity should be ensured between the union work plan and actions supported under the programme in the field of sport . there is a need to focus in particular on grassroots sports , taking into account the important role that sports play in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle , social inclusion and equality . the programme should contribute to promote european common values through sport , good governance and integrity in sport , sustainability and good environmental practices in sport , as well as education , training and skills in and through sport . _________________ 32 [ reference ] .


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , simplified administrative procedures , youth - friendly and clear information and communication about the programme and by fostering and supporting the participation of local organisations , in particular newcomers and volunteer - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . simplified procedures , such as accreditation through compliance with quality charters , should be put in place to allow experienced mobility providers to support institutions and organisations with limited resources and capacities , with a view to enhancing outreach , inclusion and quality of learning mobility . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted as a complementary aspect of a physical mobility to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle .


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible mobility formats , simplified administrative procedures , targeting of beneficiary organisations working with groups under - represented in erasmus + , youth - friendly and clear information and communication about the programme and by fostering and supporting the participation of local organisations and small organisations , in particular newcomers , youth organisations , volunteer - based and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with learners with fewer opportunities of all ages , and organisations working with and supporting people from marginalised groups , such as people with an ethnic minority background , people with disabilities and lgbti people . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants and complement the mobility experience .


### the programme should reinforce existing learning mobility opportunities , notably in those sectors where the programme could have the biggest efficiency gains , to broaden its reach and meet the high unmet demand . this should be done notably by increasing and facilitating mobility activities for higher education students , school pupils and learners in vocational education and training . mobility of low - skilled adult learners should be embedded in partnerships for cooperation . mobility opportunities for youth participating in non - formal learning activities should also be extended to reach more young people . mobility of staff in education , training , youth and sport should also be reinforced , considering its leverage effect . in line with the vision of a true european education area , the programme should also boost mobility and exchanges and promote student participation in educational and cultural activities by supporting digitalisation of processes , such as the european student card . this initiative can be an important step in making mobility for all a reality first by enabling higher education institutions to send and receive more exchange students while still enhancing quality in student mobility and also by facilitating students ' access to various services before arriving at the institution abroad . ### the programme should reinforce existing learning mobility opportunities , notably in those sectors where the programme could have the biggest efficiency gains , to broaden its reach and meet the high unmet demand . this should be done notably by increasing and facilitating mobility activities for under - represented groups , especially young people not in formal education and learners in vocational education and training , as well as school pupils . higher education students could continue to be targeted at the existing high level . mobility of learners with fewer opportunities should be embedded in partnerships for cooperation . mobility opportunities for youth participating in non - formal or informal learning activities should also be fundamentally extended to reach more young people , especially newcomers , those with fewer opportunities and hard - to - reach population groups . mobility of staff in education , training , youth and sport should also be reinforced , considering its leverage effect . in line with the vision of a true european education area , the programme should also boost mobility and exchanges and promote student participation in educational and cultural activities by supporting digitalisation of processes , such as the european student card . this initiative can be an important step in making mobility for all a reality first by enabling higher education institutions to send and receive more exchange students while still enhancing quality in student mobility and also by facilitating students ' access to various services before arriving at the institution abroad .


### the programme should also enhance the learning of languages , in particular through widened use of online tools , as e - learning offers additional advantages for language learning in terms of access and flexibility . ### while the learning of european languages contributes to mutual understanding and mobility within and outside the union , language competences constitute crucial skills for learners . the programme should also enhance the learning of languages , including national sign languages , in particular through widened use of online tools , as e - learning offers additional advantages for language learning in terms of access and flexibility . it should also further explore the potential of blended and virtual forms of learning , such as moocs .


### the programme should support measures that enhance the cooperation between institutions and organisations active in education , training , youth and sport , recognising their fundamental role in equipping individuals with the knowledge , skills and competences needed in a changing world as well as to adequately fulfil the potential for innovation , creativity and entrepreneurship , in particular within the digital economy . ### the programme should support measures that enhance the cooperation between institutions and organisations active in education , training , youth and sport , recognising their fundamental role in equipping individuals with the knowledge , skills and competences needed in a changing world as well as to adequately fulfil the potential for innovation , creativity and entrepreneurship , in particular within the digital economy . to this end , effective cooperation between all relevant stakeholders at all levels of the programme’s implementation should be ensured .


### the 2010 bruges communiqué called for support of vocational excellence for smart and sustainable growth . the 2017 communication on strengthening innovation in europe ' s regions points to linking vocational education and training to innovation systems , as part of smart specialisation strategies at regional level . the programme should provide the means to respond to these calls and support the development of transnational platforms of centres of vocational excellence closely integrated in local and regional strategies for growth , innovation and competitiveness . these centres of excellence should act as drivers of quality vocational skills in a context of sectorial challenges , while supporting overall structural changes and socio - economic policies in the union . ### the 2010 bruges communiqué called for support of vocational excellence for smart and sustainable growth . the 2017 communication on strengthening innovation in europe ' s regions points to linking vocational education and training to innovation systems , as part of smart specialisation strategies at regional level . the programme should provide the means to respond to these calls and support the development of transnational platforms of centres of vocational excellence closely integrated in local and regional strategies for growth , innovation , competitiveness , social inclusion and sustainable development . these centres of excellence should act as drivers of quality vocational skills in a context of sectorial challenges , while supporting overall structural changes and socio - economic policies in the union . the programme should provide financing for these centres of excellence of minimum 10% from the centralised budget dedicated to actions in the field of education and training , and should ensure a comprehensive geographical coverage across europe .


### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and recognition of skills and qualifications , as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings . ### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and automatic recognition of skills , competences , qualifications , and diplomas as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings .


### in line with the commission ' s communication on ' a stronger and renewed strategic partnership with the union ' s outermost regions ' 36 , the programme should take into account the specific situation of these regions . measures will be taken to increase the outermost regions ' participation in all actions . mobility exchanges and cooperation between people and organisations from these regions and third countries , in particular their neighbours , should be fostered . such measures will be monitored and evaluated regularly . _________________ 36 com 623 final . ### in line with article 349 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union and with the commission ' s communication on ' a stronger and renewed strategic partnership with the union ' s outermost regions ' 36 , the programme should take into account the specific situation of these regions . measures will be taken to increase the outermost regions ' participation in all actions . mobility exchanges and cooperation between people and organisations from these regions and third countries , in particular their neighbours , should be fostered . such measures will be monitored and evaluated regularly . _________________ 36 com 623 final .


### in compliance with the financial regulation , the commission should adopt work programmes and inform the european parliament and the council thereof . the work programme should set out the measures needed for their implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the programme , the selection and award criteria for grants , as well as all other elements required . work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by implementing acts in accordance with the examination procedure . ### in compliance with the financial regulation , the commission should establish and adopt work programmes in close cooperation with the european parliament and the council , having consulted national agencies and relevant stakeholders . the work programme should set out the measures needed for their implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the programme , the selection and award criteria for grants , as well as all other elements required . the yearly programme priorities should maintain continuity . nevertheless , a certain degree of flexibility is necessary to respond to emerging challenges . work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by means of delegated acts .


### in order to ensure efficient and effective implementation of this regulation , the programme should make maximum use of delivery mechanisms already in place . the implementation of the programme should therefore be entrusted to the commission , and to national agencies . where feasible , and in order to maximise efficiency , the national agencies should be the same as the one designated for the management of the predecessor programme . the scope of the ex - ante compliance assessment should be limited to the requirements that are new and specific to the programme , unless justified , such as in case of serious shortcomings or underperformance on the part of the national agency concerned . ### in order to ensure efficient , and effective implementation of this regulation , the programme should make maximum use of delivery mechanisms already in place . the implementation of the programme should therefore be entrusted to the commission , and to national agencies , which should ensure consistent and coherent application of the programme rules across the eu countries and proper outreach to and cooperation with all target groups across the wide spectrum of stakeholders . where feasible , and in order to maximise efficiency , the national agency should be the same as the one designated for the management of the predecessor programme . the scope of ex - ante compliance assessment should be limited to the requirements that are new and specific to the programme , unless justified , such as in case of serious shortcomings or under - performance on the part of the national agency concerned .


### in order to simplify requirements for beneficiaries , simplified grants in the form of lump - sums , unit - costs and flat - rate funding should be used to the maximum possible extent . the simplified grants to support the mobility actions of the programme , as defined by the commission , should take into account the living and subsistence costs of the host country . the commission and national agencies of the sending countries should have the possibility to adjust these simplified grants on the basis of objective criteria , in particular to ensure access to people with fewer opportunities . in accordance with national law , member states should also be encouraged to exempt those grants from any taxes and social levies . the same exemption should apply to public or private entities awarding such financial support to the individuals concerned . ### in order to simplify requirements for beneficiaries , simplified grants in the form of lump - sums , unit - costs and flat - rate funding should be used to the maximum possible extent . in accordance with the principle of sound financial management , flat - rate payments based on the relevant project as a whole should be used to simplify the programme , in particular as regards the implementation of measures concerning the mobility of pupils and school staff and the mobility of young people . the simplified grants to support the mobility actions of the programme , as defined by the commission , should take into account the living and subsistence costs of the host country . the commission and national agencies of the sending countries should have the possibility to adjust these simplified grants on the basis of objective criteria , in particular to ensure access to people with fewer opportunities . in accordance with national law , member states should also be encouraged to exempt those grants from any taxes and social levies . the same exemption should apply to public or private entities awarding such financial support to the individuals concerned .


### in order to simplify requirements for beneficiaries , simplified grants in the form of lump - sums , unit - costs and flat - rate funding should be used to the maximum possible extent . the simplified grants to support the mobility actions of the programme , as defined by the commission , should take into account the living and subsistence costs of the host country . the commission and national agencies of the sending countries should have the possibility to adjust these simplified grants on the basis of objective criteria , in particular to ensure access to people with fewer opportunities . in accordance with national law , member states should also be encouraged to exempt those grants from any taxes and social levies . the same exemption should apply to public or private entities awarding such financial support to the individuals concerned . ### in order to simplify requirements for beneficiaries , simplified grants in the form of lump - sums , unit - costs and flat - rate funding should be used to the maximum possible extent . the simplified grants to support the mobility actions of the programme , as defined by the commission , should be regularly reviewed and adjusted to the living and subsistence costs of the host country and regions . the commission and national agencies of the sending countries should have the possibility to adjust these simplified grants on the basis of objective criteria , in particular to ensure access to people with fewer opportunities . in accordance with national law , member states should also exempt those grants from any taxes and social levies . the same exemption should apply to public or private entities awarding such financial support to the individuals concerned .


### ' learning mobility ' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence , in order to undertake study , training or non - formal or informal learning ; it may be accompanied by measures such as language support and training and / or be complemented by online learning and virtual cooperation . in some specific cases , it may take the form of learning through the use of information technology and communications tools ; ### ‘ learning mobility ' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence , in order to undertake study , training or non - formal or informal learning ; learning mobility activities are fully accessible , inclusive and adequately funded and shall accompanied by measures such as language support , including for national sign languages , and training and / or be complemented by accessible online learning of and virtual cooperation regarding all eu spoken and signed languages . in some specific cases , it may take the form of learning through the use of accessible information technology and accessible communications tools ;


### ' learning mobility ' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence , in order to undertake study , training or non - formal or informal learning ; it may be accompanied by measures such as language support and training and / or be complemented by online learning and virtual cooperation . in some specific cases , it may take the form of learning through the use of information technology and communications tools ; ### ' learning mobility ' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence , in order to undertake study , training or non - formal or informal learning , whether for in the short , medium or long term , according to the specific needs of the various fields . it may be accompanied by measures such as language support , including national sign languages , and training and / or be complemented by accessible online learning and virtual and blended cooperation , including massive open online courses . in some specific cases , it may take the form of learning through the use of accessible information technology and communications tools ;


### ' learning mobility ' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence , in order to undertake study , training or non - formal or informal learning ; it may be accompanied by measures such as language support and training and / or be complemented by online learning and virtual cooperation . in some specific cases , it may take the form of learning through the use of information technology and communications tools ; ### ' learning mobility ' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence , in order to undertake study , training or non - formal or informal learning , including teaching or professional development activities . it may be accompanied by measures such as language support and training and / or be complemented by online learning and virtual cooperation . in some specific cases , it may take the form of learning through the use of information technology and communication tools , but not to the exclusion of physical mobility .


### ‘ staff’ means any person who , on either a professional or a voluntary basis , is involved in education , training or non - formal learning , and may include professors , teachers , trainers , school leaders , youth workers , sport coaches , non - educational staff and other practitioners involved in promoting learning ; ### ‘ staff’ means any person who , on either a professional or a voluntary basis , is involved in education at all levels , training or non - formal learning , and may include professors , teachers , trainers , school leaders , youth workers , sport coaches , non - educational staff and other practitioners involved in promoting learning ;


### ' youth worker ' means a professional or a volunteer involved in non - formal learning who supports young people in their personal socio - educational and professional development ; ### ' youth worker ' means a professional or a volunteer involved in non - formal and informal learning who supports young people in their personal development , including socio - educational and professional development and the development of their competences . youth workers together with young people are involved in planning , steering , coordination , implementation and evaluation of youth work activities and related youth work development ;


### ‘ youth worker’ means a professional or a volunteer involved in non - formal learning who supports young people in their personal socio - educational and professional development ; ### ‘ youth worker’ means a professional or a volunteer involved in non - formal learning who supports young people in their personal socio - educational , professional and competences development ;


### ' eu youth dialogue ' means the dialogue with young people and youth organisations which serves as a forum for continuous joint reflection on the priorities , implementation and follow - up of european cooperation in the youth field ; ### ' structured dialogue ' means the dialogue with young people and youth organisations with policy and decision makers which serves as a forum for continuous joint reflection on the priorities , implementation and follow - up of european cooperation in all fields of relevance to young people ;


### ' people with fewer opportunities ' means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective access to opportunities under the programme for economic , social , cultural , geographical or health reasons , a migrant background or for reasons such as disability and educational difficulties ; ### ' people with fewer opportunities ' means people who cannot fully and effectively access the opportunities under the programme , due to the fact that they are at a disadvantage compared to their peers because of various obstacles , for example disability , health problems , educational difficulties , cultural differences , or economic , social or geographical obstacles , including people from a marginalised community , a migrant background or at risk of facing discrimination based on any of the grounds enshrined in article 21 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union ; such obstacles require them to have additional support services to enable them to fully participate in the programme ;


### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective access to opportunities under the programme for economic , social , cultural , geographical or health reasons , a migrant background or for reasons such as disability and educational difficulties ; ### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people , regardless of their age , who need additional support due to their disadvantage compared to their peers because of various barriers and obstacles , such as a migrant background , disability , health problems and other personal conditions , cultural differences , economic , social and geographical obstacles , including people from marginalised communities and minority groups or at risk of facing discrimination based on any of the grounds enshrined in article 21 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union .


### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective access to opportunities under the programme for economic , social , cultural , geographical or health reasons , a migrant background or for reasons such as disability and educational difficulties ; ### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people who need additional support due to their disadvantage compared to their peers because of various obstacles , for example disability , health problems , educational difficulties , cultural differences , economic , social and geographical obstacles , including people from marginalised communities or at risk of facing discrimination based on any of the grounds enshrined in article 21 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union .


### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective access to opportunities under the programme for economic , social , cultural , geographical or health reasons , a migrant background or for reasons such as disability and educational difficulties ; ### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means individuals who require additional , targeted support due to discrimination and a heightened risk of social exclusion as a result of various factors , either individually or in combination with each other . such factors may include disability , sexual orientation , gender identity , sex characteristics , race , ethnicity , socioeconomic background , health status , geographical obstacles , legal barriers or other status ;


### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective access to opportunities under the programme for economic , social , cultural , geographical or health reasons , a migrant background or for reasons such as disability and educational difficulties ; ### ‘ people with fewer opportunities’ means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective access to opportunities under the programme for economic , social , cultural , geographical or health reasons , a migrant background or for reasons such as disability and educational difficulties , and includes but is not limited to nationals of the outermost regions as well as the overseas countries and territories associated with the union .


### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport . ### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth , adult learning and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , decent jobs and social cohesion and inclusion , environmental protection , active citizenship , promoting rights and values and participation in democratic life , as well as to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building an accessible and inclusive european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education , training and youth , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport .


### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport . ### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , quality jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 , reinforcing lifelong learning and promoting an innovation - driven approach to education and training as well as a european dimension in sport ;


### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport . ### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs , social cohesion , inclusion &#8211 ; also through inter - cultural dialogue and , where appropriate , inter - religious dialogue &#8211 ; active citizenship and to the strengthening and knowledge of the common european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training and adult education , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport .


### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport . ### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , adult education , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , including adult education as well as youth work with a focus on advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport .


### promote learning mobility of individuals , as well as cooperation , inclusion , excellence , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of education and training ; ### promote learning mobility of individuals , as well as cooperation , inclusion , equity , excellence , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of education and training ;


### promote non - formal learning mobility and active participation among young people , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of youth ; ### promote non - formal learning mobility and active participation among young people , as well as cooperation , inclusion , active citizenship , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of youth ;


### promote non - formal learning mobility and active participation among young people , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of youth ; ### promote non - formal learning mobility and active participation among young people , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of youth , and education about europe in light of strengthening a common european citizenship ; ;


### promote non - formal learning mobility and active participation among young people , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of youth ; ### promote non - formal learning mobility , intercultural learning , critical thinking , volunteering and active participation among young people , as well as cooperation , quality , inclusion , growth , creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of youth ;


### promote learning mobility of sport coaches and staff , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of sport organisations and sport policies . ### promote learning mobility of sport coaches and staff , as well as cooperation , active citizenship , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of sport organisations and sport policies .


### promote learning mobility of sport coaches and staff , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of sport organisations and sport policies . ### promote learning mobility of sport coaches and staff , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of sport organisations and sport policies . the focus should be in particular on supporting grassroots sport .


### promote learning mobility of sport coaches and staff , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of sport organisations and sport policies . ### promote learning mobility of sport coaches , educators , volunteers , youth workers and staff , as well as cooperation , inclusion , creativity and innovation at the level of sport organisations and sport policies .


### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ; ### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships and partnerships for capacity - building to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ;


### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ; ### partnerships for strategic cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ;


### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ; ### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices with a view to promoting inclusion and active citizenship , including small - scale partnerships to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ;


### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ; ### partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices , including small - scale partnerships and partnerships with education and training institutions , &#160 ; to foster a wider and more inclusive access to the programme ;


### partnerships for excellence , in particular european universities , centres of vocational excellence and joint master degrees ; ### partnerships for excellence , in particular european universities , centres of vocational excellence and erasmus mundus joint master degrees and doctorates ;


### jean monnet action in other fields of education and training ; ### jean monnet action in other fields of education and training , including vet ;


### policy dialogue and cooperation with relevant key stakeholders , including union - wide networks , european non - governmental organisations , and international organisations in the field of youth , the eu youth dialogue as well as support to the european youth forum ; ### policy dialogue , cooperation with and support for relevant key stakeholders , including union - wide networks , european non - governmental organisations , and international organisations in the field of youth , the structured dialogue as well as structural support to the european youth forum and other european youth organisations ;


### not for profit sport events aiming at further developing the european dimension of sport . ### not for profit sport events aiming at further developing the european dimension of sport , as well as promoting social inclusion and equal opportunities .


### policy dialogue and cooperation with relevant key stakeholders , including european non - governmental organisations and international organisations in the field of sport ; ### policy dialogue and cooperation with relevant key stakeholders , including european non - governmental organisations and international organisations in the field of sport , as well as education and training institutions ;


### at least eur 8 640 000 000 should be allocated to higher education actions referred to in point of article 4 and point of article 5 ; ### at least 34% should be allocated to decentralised higher education actions referred to in point of article 4 and point of article 5 ;


### the amount referred to in paragraph 1 may be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the programme such as preparatory , monitoring , control , audit and evaluation activities , including corporate information technology systems . ### the amount referred to in paragraph 1 may be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the programme , such as preparatory , monitoring , control , audit and evaluation activities , including corporate information technology systems and accessibility advice , training and monitoring .


### the interim evaluation of the programme shall be performed once there is sufficient information available about the implementation of the programme , but no later than four years after the start of the programme implementation . it shall also be accompanied by a final evaluation of the predecessor programme . ### the interim evaluation of the programme shall be performed no later than 31 december 2024 in order to assess the effectiveness of the measures taken to achieve the programme’s objectives and to evaluate the efficiency of the programme , accompanied , if appropriate , by a legislative proposal to amend this regulation . in this regard , particular focus should be given to the performance assessment of eu - funded actions and the realisation of the programme’s inclusiveness strategy . the interim evaluation shall also be accompanied by a final evaluation of the predecessor programme .


### at the end of the implementation period , but no later than four years after the end of the period specified in article 1 , a final evaluation of the programme shall be carried out by the commission . ### at the end of the implementation period , but no later than 30 june 2019 , a final evaluation of the programme shall be carried out by the commission .


### the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluations accompanied by its observations to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions . ### the commission shall transmit any evaluations and the mid - term review , accompanied by its observations , to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and to the committee of the regions .


### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level , and its results , and shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country . ### national agencies referred to in article 24 , together with the commission , shall develop a consistent union - wide coordinated strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , as well as shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating in an accessible way information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level , and its results , and shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country . the information of the programme shall be provided in all official languages of the european union .


### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level , and its results , and shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country . ### national agencies referred to in article 24 , together with the european commission , shall develop an eu - wide consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , including information regarding actions and activities managed at the national and union level , and its results . national agencies shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country , with a view to enhancing outreach across and cooperation with the wide spectrum of stakeholders , and to support a cross - sectoral approach in the programme ' s implementation .


### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level , and its results , and shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country . ### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level and its results . national agencies shall inform all relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country , with a view to enhancing outreach across and cooperation with the wide spectrum of stakeholders and to support a cross - sectoral approach in the programme ' s implementation .


### regular meetings shall be organised with the network of national agencies in order to ensure coherent implementation of the programme across all member states and all third countries referred to in article 17 . ### regular meetings as well as peer - to - peer learning activities shall be organised with the network of national agencies in order to ensure coherent implementation of the programme across all member states and all third countries referred to in article 17 . the commission shall foster the sharing of good practices and exchange of information , especially with regard to accessibility and reasonable accommodation measures .


### directive 1999 / 35 / ec provided that every 12 - month period a specific survey and a survey during regular service must be carried out by host states . although the objective of this requirement was to ensure that these two inspections are carried out with a certain interval between them , the refit fitness check demonstrated that this is not always the case . to remove the ambiguity of that requirement and to ensure a common safety level , it should be clarified that the two annual inspections should take place at regular , approximately six monthly intervals . ### directive 1999 / 35 / ec provided that every 12 - month period a specific survey and a survey during regular service must be carried out by host states . although the objective of this requirement was to ensure that these two inspections are carried out with a certain interval between them , the refit fitness check demonstrated that this is not always the case . to remove the ambiguity of that requirement and to ensure a common safety level , it should be clarified that the two annual inspections should take place at regular , approximately six monthly intervals . similarly , the european maritime safety agency should conduct and present a study on the actual consequences of the application of this directive .


### ' regular service ' means a series of ro - ro ferry or high - speed passenger craft crossings operated so as to serve traffic between the same two or more ports , or a series of voyages from and to the same port without intermediate calls , either : ### ' regular service ' means a series of ro - ro ferry or high - speed passenger craft crossings operated so as to serve traffic between the same two or more ports , or a series of voyages from and to the same port , without intermediate calls and according to publicly available or planned list of times of departures and arrivals , either :


### the prohibition of departure shall not be lifted until the hazard has been removed or until the member state has established that the ship can , subject to any necessary conditions , proceed to sea or the operation be resumed without risk to the safety and health of passengers or crew , or risk to the ro - ro ferry or high - speed passenger craft or other ships . ### the prohibition of departure shall not be lifted until the hazard has been reliably removed or until the member state has established that the ship can , subject to any necessary conditions , proceed to sea or the operation be resumed without risk to the safety and health of passengers or crew , or risk to the ro - ro ferry or high - speed passenger craft or other ships .


### member states shall ensure that the information related to inspections performed in accordance with this directive , including on deficiencies and prohibition of departure orders , is transferred to the inspection database as soon as the inspection report is completed or the prohibition of departure order lifted . with regard to the particulars of the information , provisions of annex xiii of directive 2009 / 16 / ec shall apply mutatis mutandis . ### member states shall ensure that the information related to inspections performed in accordance with this directive , including on deficiencies and prohibition of departure orders , is transferred to the inspection database within 24 hours of the inspection report being completed or of the prohibition of departure order being lifted . with regard to the particulars of the information , provisions of annex xiii of directive 2009 / 16 / ec shall apply mutatis mutandis .


### for certain single - use plastic products , suitable and more sustainable alternatives are not yet readily available and the consumption of most such single - use plastic products is expected to increase . to reverse that trend and promote efforts towards more sustainable solutions member states should be required to take the necessary measures to achieve a significant reduction in the consumption of those products , without compromising food hygiene or food safety , good hygiene practices , good manufacturing practices , consumer information , or traceability requirements set out in union food legislation44 . _________________ 44 regulation 178 / 2002 laying down the general principles and requirements of food law , regulation no 852 / 2004 on the hygiene of foodstuffs , regulation no 1935 / 2004 on materials intended to come into contact and other relevant legislation related to food safety , hygiene and labeling . ### for certain single - use plastic products , suitable and more sustainable alternatives are not yet readily available and the consumption of most such single - use plastic products is expected to increase . to reverse that trend and promote efforts towards more sustainable solutions member states should be required to take the necessary measures to achieve a significant reduction in the consumption of those products , without compromising food hygiene or food safety , good hygiene practices , good manufacturing practices , consumer information , or traceability requirements set out in union food legislation44 . member states should aim at the highest possible ambition for those measures , which should be proportionate to the seriousness of the marine littering risk of the various products and uses covered by the overall reduction target . _________________ 44 regulation 178 / 2002 laying down the general principles and requirements of food law , regulation no 852 / 2004 on the hygiene of foodstuffs , regulation no 1935 / 2004 on materials intended to come into contact and other relevant legislation related to food safety , hygiene and labeling .