Mentoring for Social Inclusion

Introductory Course

The course invites students and staff from degree programmes at all levels, as well as early‑stage professionals from mentoring organisations and other interested parties. Members of our partner universities should apply via their home institution as part of an Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP).

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Key Facts

What makes the course special

This course combines practical and theory‑based learning with exchange within the European mentoring community.

• Over the first three days, participants take part in a mix of thematic inputs, interactive sessions, group work, and guided reflection.
• On the final two days, participants attend the International Conference “Social Mentoring in Europe: Prospects for Social Inclusion and Engagement.”
• Participants are free to choose the conference sessions that best align with their personal interests.

How we work

Our learning formats include inputs, plenary discussions, small‑group work, and interactive workshops.

• Drawing on insights from across Europe, we compare and synthesise knowledge from different programme models, approaches, and target groups.
• Hands‑on training in relational skills, complemented by insights from research and practice.
• Guidance from experienced mentors, researchers, and practitioners.
• Access to curated resources, including literature, social media, and other materials.
• A final reflective essay enables participants to link their experiences to academic literature and to envision practical applications.