Danijela Vakanjac, MSc in Economics, senior lecturer, Head of the Centre for International Cooperation, who is also the Erasmus Coordinator and Inclusion Officer of Virovitica University of Applied Sciences, took part in the international Erasmus+ Training and Cooperation Activities (TCA) seminar “ParticipatiON in ActiON: Promoting Inclusion in the Erasmus+ Community”. The seminar was held in Valencia from 23 to 25 June 2026 and was organised by the Spanish National Agency.
The seminar brought together representatives of educational institutions and organisations from various European countries, with the aim of strengthening inclusion, active citizenship and democratic participation within the Erasmus+ programme. Particular emphasis was placed on the Erasmus+ horizontal priority of participation in democratic life, common values and civic engagement, as well as on developing projects that help promote shared European values, civic engagement and social inclusion.
Through expert lectures, workshops and interactive discussions, participants exchanged experiences and examples of good practice relating to the inclusion of people with fewer opportunities in international activities, the development of inclusive educational approaches, and encouraging students and teachers to take an active part in social and democratic life. Special attention was given to the role of Erasmus+ projects in strengthening European identity, intercultural understanding and civic competences.
The University’s participation in the seminar has further strengthened its capacity to develop and implement Erasmus+ activities focused on inclusion and equal access to international mobility opportunities. The knowledge and experience gained will contribute to the further development of the institution’s activities in internationalisation, inclusion and support for students with fewer opportunities.
During the event, contacts were also made with representatives of European higher education institutions and organisations, opening up opportunities for future cooperation, the development of joint Erasmus+ projects, and the exchange of experience in inclusion, participation and active citizenship.
A particular success came in the final knowledge quiz, in which the University’s representative won 3rd place among more than 100 participants from various European countries. The quiz covered questions on the Erasmus+ programme, European values and priorities, the topics addressed during the seminar, and general information presented in the lectures, workshops and interactive activities. This result is a fine recognition of her commitment and expertise, and further confirms the value of taking part in international events of this kind.
Participation in the TCA seminar was funded under the Erasmus+ programme, which supports the professional development of staff, international cooperation and the exchange of good practice among educational institutions across Europe.
