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ERASMUS+ FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS<\/h1>\n

The European exchange program for young entrepreneurs.<\/h2>\n

\"Erasmus<\/p>\n

What is Erasmus+ for Young Entrepreneurs (YE)<\/h3>\n

Erasmus+ for Young Entrepreneurs is a cross-border exchange programme which gives new or aspiring entrepreneurs (NE) the chance to learn from experienced entrepreneurs running small businesses (HE).<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t

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Who can participate<\/h3>\n

– New Entrepreneurs: Young individuals seriously intending to establish their own business or who have started their own business in the last three years.
\n– Established Entrepreneurs: Owners or managers of a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in another participating country.
\nIf you wish to participate, you can contact us<\/a><\/p>\n

We at Convent Centre regularly host young entrepreneurs who are eager to engage in managing the center and European project planning.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Benefits include:<\/h3>\n

Certificate of program completion
\nSkills necessary to manage a small business
\nCollaboration with foreign partners and the opportunity to learn about new and foreign markets
\nImproved communication in a foreign language<\/p>\n

As part of the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs program, the local contact point with whom we collaborate is Matera HUB.<\/a><\/p>\n

WE ACCEPT YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS ALL YEAR ROUND.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Living in Amantea<\/h3>\n

The cost of living in Amantea is very low (a room can cost as little as \u20ac290, including expenses), and the experience you will gain will be truly valuable.<\/p>\n

We can provide accommodation for the Young Entrepreneur as we are familiar with the area and offer logistical support. Amantea is a small town, and no local transportation is necessary. Everything is within walking distance, and we can provide a bicycle.<\/strong><\/p>\n

How to Participate<\/h3>\n

1. Register on the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs website.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

2. Create your profile and get in touch with us!<\/p>\n

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE AND DOWNLOAD THE PROGRAM GUIDE.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t

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Are you thinking of starting your own business, or have you recently done so?
\nOr perhaps you are already running a successful business and would like to expand it to new markets, or get fresh ideas?
\nErasmus for Young Entrepreneurs could be for you! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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My Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs Experience: A Journey of Growth, Art, and Connections<\/b><\/h1>\n

Cristina S\u00e1nchez Campos (Cris Mareza)<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

A few months ago, I embarked on one of the most transformative experiences of my professional and personal journey: my participation in the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) programme. For six months, I had the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from Aida Bruni<\/a>, director of <\/span>The Convent Centre of Language and Art<\/span><\/i> APS<\/em> in Amantea, Italy. This experience not only strengthened my entrepreneurial skills, but also marked a real turning point in my artistic career and the way I understand my professional life project.<\/span><\/p>\n

Who am I and how did this adventure begin?<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

I am Cristina S\u00e1nchez Campos, a 29-year-old visual artist from Spain. I studied Fine Arts, and in recent years I have complemented that creative foundation with studies in entrepreneurship and cultural project management. I have worked in the fields of culture, art, and non-formal education for over six years, but I felt I was missing a practical experience to help me consolidate my entrepreneurial path. While searching for opportunities within the Erasmus+ framework, I discovered the EYE programme and immediately knew it was exactly what I needed.<\/span><\/p>\n

My destination was Amantea, a small coastal town in Calabria, home to <\/span>The Convent Centre<\/span><\/i>, a training centre that combines languages, arts, education, and social and European projects. There, I was welcomed by Aida Bruni, an experienced entrepreneur with great professional and human sensibility.<\/span><\/p>\n

A meaningful collaboration<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

From the beginning, the relationship with my Host Entrepreneur was smooth, respectful, and very inspiring. Together, we created a collaborative dynamic where we both learned and contributed. I actively participated in the daily activities of the centre: organizing cultural and language-related events, coordinating the international volunteer team, supporting the management of European projects, and planning the centre\u2019s social media strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n

A key part of my learning process was leading weekly meetings with the volunteer team, setting common goals, and coordinating weekly tasks. With the communication team, we developed a content calendar and implemented a digital strategy that helped us improve the visibility of the centre\u2019s activities.<\/span><\/p>\n

From idea to action: the birth of the Creative Expression Club<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

One of the most important milestones of my stay was the creation and development of the <\/span>Creative Expression Club<\/span><\/i>, a weekly artistic workshop that I designed and led. This activity allowed me to combine art and education and create a space for creative expression accessible to people of all ages.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Aida\u2019s support and collaboration with local institutions such as the <\/span>Biblioteca Comunale di Amantea<\/span><\/i><\/a> and the <\/span>Comune di Amantea<\/span><\/i>, the club became not only a reference space for the community, but also a platform to connect with the local cultural scene. Without a doubt, this initiative was one of the greatest sources of learning and satisfaction throughout the entire experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

My first international solo exhibition<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

During the exchange, I also had the opportunity to prepare and launch my first solo exhibition outside of Spain. The exhibition, inaugurated on June 12th at the <\/span>Campus Temesa<\/span><\/i> of the <\/span>Comune di Amantea<\/span><\/i>, features a series of artworks inspired by my personal and artistic experience in Italy. This exhibition not only marks a milestone in my career as an artist, but also symbolizes the deep impact this experience has had on me.<\/span><\/p>\n

The warm reception of the exhibition has opened new doors to present my work in other venues, and I\u2019m excited to continue exploring the possibilities for my artistic career in Italy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lessons Learned and What Comes Next<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

Over the past six months, I have developed essential skills for any entrepreneur: leadership, team coordination, problem-solving, strategic communication, and project management. But more than anything, I\u2019ve gained confidence. Thanks to Aida\u2019s generous and close mentorship, I now feel ready to face the challenges of launching and consolidating my own cultural project.<\/span><\/p>\n

This exchange has reinforced my determination to continue developing my career at the intersection of art, education, and cultural management. In the coming months, I plan to keep organizing creative activities, expanding my network in Italy, and applying all the tools I\u2019ve acquired to boost my entrepreneurial project.<\/span><\/p>\n

One word: Gratitude<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

If I had to sum up this entire experience in one single word, it would be <\/span>gratitude<\/b>. Gratitude for what I\u2019ve lived, what I\u2019ve learned, for the people I\u2019ve met, and for the path that now lies ahead with more clarity, strength, and confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n

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