The EU remains a consistent partner in the implementation of educational reforms in Ukraine, contributing to the development of legislation, curricula, and teacher training.

Since 2005, Ukraine has joined the Bologna Process, which aims to standardize criteria for higher education and make student academic mobility more accessible. Additionally, Ukraine has joined the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), which sets the direction for the reform of higher education institutions.

In the framework of developing cooperation in the field of education, youth, and sports, it is worth noting the extensive involvement of Ukrainian representatives in the European Union's international cooperation program "Erasmus+." Ukraine participates in the program as a partner.

The core idea of the program is to jointly develop quality reforms of education systems, increase the productivity of higher and vocational-technical educational institutions, and ensure high-quality higher education and professional training of specialists that meet the needs of the European labor market.

The Erasmus+ program aims to support the educational, professional, and personal development of both EU citizens and citizens of partner countries, contributing to sustainable growth, quality jobs, and social cohesion, as well as fostering innovation and enhancing European identity and active citizenship.

The program supports opportunities for educational and academic mobility in education and youth, projects and partnerships, development of strategies and cooperation, professional networks, and open resources.

The budget for the seven-year "Erasmus+" program (2021-2027), approved in March 2021, amounts to over €28 billion, which is twice the budget of the previous seven-year "Erasmus+" program (2014-2020). For Ukraine, the program also expands participation in vocational education, teacher training, and sports.

Additionally, the EU funds the work of the National "Erasmus+" Office in Ukraine, where anyone can obtain necessary information and assistance.

Useful Links:

National Erasmus Office in Ukraine: www.erasmusplus.org.ua

Erasmus+ Youth Information Center in Ukraine

Project "House of Europe: Opportunities for Creative and Professional Exchange in Europe": https://houseofeurope.org.ua/

Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture of the European Commission: https://ec.europa.eu/info/departments/education-youth-sport-and-culture_en