Study tour for social entrepreneurs — Latvia // expired

Sector: Social entrepreneurship
Type: Study tour
Location: Latvia
Deadline: Finished
Organiser: House of Europe: The British Council in Ukraine

This open call is finished. Stay tuned for the next calls in 2020.

A study tour is like a guided tour to Europe, except the focus is not on landmarks, but on professional events. It is your chance to go on a trip to Europe with other professionals from Ukraine. You will spend five days attending workshops and networking with foreign colleagues. We will plan everything: the destination country, events, transportation, accommodation, and meals. 

This opportunity offers participation in a 5-day study tour, during which participants will look at different aspects of social enterprise including enabling policies, business strategy and business models, product development, social responsibility business principles, sustainability, etc.

 

Can I apply?

This opportunity is perfectly suitable for:

  • Social entrepreneurs or those working for a social enterprise in a managerial position
  • Social enterprise activists
  • Trainers and experts on social entrepreneurship

People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

What do I get?
  • Participation in a 5-day study tour
  • Travel costs, accommodation, and per diem expenses covered
  • Exposure to inspiring social enterprise models and ideas in other countries 
  • Opportunity to increase your skills and knowledge regarding successful social enterprise for use back home
  • New partnerships and links with EU social entrepreneurs and specialists
What do I need to apply?
  • Confirmation that you are a resident of Ukraine and at least 18 years old
  • The social enterprise that you are involved in should have been operating for at least two years in Ukraine
  • Your professional CV
  • Motivation letter
How do I apply?
Read the Application Guidelines carefully and apply via our online platform
Good to know
  • Only individual applications are eligible, group applications are not. 
  • You can apply only for one study tour within one call. 
  • If unsuccessful, you can apply again in the next call. 
  • You can take part only once in the House of Europe study tour. 
  • However, you may still be eligible to apply for other House of Europe opportunities.

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