Contributors: Lina Mohorić, Wim Gabriels, Rita Dias, Rui Vinha, Kaja Kaczkiełło, Neli Kalinova-Schmieder, Céline Guérin, Aleksandra Kuśmierska, Sabri Ben Rommane, Tiago Nunes, Jhony Hajj, Aleksandra Dawlud, Christina Michael
Cover photography: Erasmus Student Network AISBL
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We share your vision of a world where mobility is not a privilege, but a real concrete opportunity open to all. As changemakers, as young people, your voice and your vision matter.
You are shaping the future of education, you are shaping the future of Europe, and you are contributing dramatically to the future of the world.
Stefania Giannini, UNESCO’s Assistant Director-General for Education, opening of the Erasmus Generation Meeting Ancona 2025
Foreword
Rita Dias
President of the Erasmus Student Network
A year full of ideas, challenges and achievements, this best describes the academic year of 2024/2025. This year ESN has truly strengthened its engagement, showing that even though we are present across 46 countries, we are united in adversity and diversity.
A year full of new ideas, challenges and achievements best describes the academic year of 2024/2025. This year, our Network has truly strengthened its engagement, showing that even though we are present across 46 countries, we are united in adversity and diversity.
Our Network is developing with the welcoming of ESN Iceland back to ESN. This not only ensures that Icelandic students have a home within ESN but also guarantees support for all students choosing Iceland as their mobility destination.
At the same event, the National Organisations of ESN voted to adopt a new Vision and Strategic Priorities for 2025-2034, reinforcing ESN’s position as the leading actor in international mobility. Our new Vision ensures the support of three million members of the Erasmus Generation, empowering them to become the changemakers of society.
In today’s world, it is more important than ever to ensure that young people remain active and have a voice. This is why, every two years, ESN conducts our flagship research project, the ESNsurvey. The launch of the report from the XV edition has demonstrated that the ESNsurvey is not only an advocacy tool for ESN but also a valuable resource for all stakeholders.
However, there is no other place where the voice of the Erasmus Generation shines brighter than at the Erasmus Generation Meeting. This year, EGM took place in Ancona, Italy, where the passionate and dedicated volunteers of ESN Ancona and ESN Italy showed that an event could be not only an ESN event but also an event for the entire city.
This year has continued to be an important year for ESN in our advocacy efforts for the future of the Erasmus+ programme. We published the first policy papers under ‘The Future Is Erasmus’ initiative, highlighting the need for an increased budget and a better programme for the next seven years.
But none of this could be achieved without our incredible Network — the Network of the Erasmus Generation. These are the individuals who dedicate a part of their lives each day to making a change in the world and supporting international students who may feel apprehensive about going abroad but have found a home in ESN. This is what ESN represents: the continuous willingness to give back what we have once received, and this commitment will remain strong for the years to come.
Highlights
ESN Has a New Vision and Strategic Priorities for 2025-2031
In April, during our final General Assembly of the year, we approved ESN’s new Vision and Strategic Priorities , which will guide our work from 2025 to 2031. These documents were developed through an extensive consultation process with the Network for more than six months, using both in-person and online formats to gather as much input as possible.
The new Vision and Strategic Priorities reaffirm ESN’s commitment to our Mission of ‘Enriching society through international students’. While building on the foundations laid by the previous vision, this new framework places a stronger emphasis on the student experience and ESN’s role in supporting and advocating for it. Digitalisation now has a dedicated focus, reflecting our efforts to provide improved tools and services for both the network and the students we support. For the first time, one of our Strategic Priorities also addresses the impact of our activities, not only within the organisation, but also in terms of the broader societal impact of mobility.
With this new strategic framework, we aim to ensure that ESN remains the leading organisation in the field of student mobility, continuously improving and evolving our work in the years to come.
Read more about the Vision and Strategic Priorities 2025-2031 on page 30.
ESN Iceland Rejoined ESN
In spring 2025, ESN Iceland became the 46th National Organisation in the Network, making ESN’s impact bigger and enriching the mobility experience of students in Iceland. Founded in March 2023, they became a candidate organisation in autumn 2023, showing a strong commitment to improving international mobility and fostering cultural exchange.
Having been part of the Network before, ESN Iceland rejoined with a fresh motivation to support student exchange. Their return strengthens the ESN community and helps connect cultures, promote mobility and support international students as the most western organisation in the Network.
ESN Iceland plays a key role in supporting the high number of exchange and international students in the country. With more than 2,000 international students coming to Iceland every year, their work is essential to creating a welcoming environment. They collaborate with the University of Iceland, the University of Reykjavik and Rannís, the National Erasmus+ Agency, to ensure that these students have a fulfilling and well-supported experience.
Guiding the Waves of Change at the Erasmus Generation Meeting Ancona 2025
From the 3rd until the 6th of April, in Ancona, Italy, more than 1,000 young changemakers from across Europe and beyond came together for the fourth edition of the Erasmus Generation Meeting — Europe’s largest student-led conference — united under the theme: Empowering Youth as the Changemakers of Society.
The Welcome Ceremony, held at the Muse Theatre, included speeches by distinguished guests such as Pia Ahrenkilde Hansen , the Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture; Prof. Gian Luca Gregori, the Rector of the Polytechnic University of Marche; Daniele Silvetti, the Mayor of Ancona; Chiara Biondi, the Councillor of the Marche Region; Sara Pagliai, the Erasmus+ Coordinator at INDIRE; and Stefania Giannini, the UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education.
This year, for the first time ever, the EGM EXPO and Flag Parade were also opened towards local students, who could join the event as part of the Erasmus Generation, feel and celebrate the international spirit, explore mobility opportunities, and
meet representatives from all over Europe and beyond.
The 106 sessions that were held at the Economics Faculty of the Polytechnic University of Marche all revolved around the theme and two pillars: Active Participation and Youth Engagement in Local Communities, and Impact of Youth Work and Volunteering on Internationalisation.
As one of the event’s highlights, Aarhus took home the title of Erasmus Destination of the Year 2025 , winning against Wrocław, Tallinn, Riga and Łódź. Next to the vote of the Erasmus Generation at the conference, the external jury made up of esteemed guests from the European Commission, European Association for International Education (EAIE), Academic Cooperation Association (ACA), European Youth Forum (YFJ), and Campus France decided on the winner, taking into account important factors such as collaboration with key stakeholders, organising impactful initiatives, and offering support for both local and international students, ensuring a quality mobility experience for everyone.
The Future Is Erasmus
The Future Is Erasmus Campaign
The Future Is Erasmus initiative represents our main advocacy effort for the next edition of the Erasmus+ programme, covering the period from 2028 to 2034. ESN aims to ensure that the next phase of Erasmus will be more inclusive, accessible and impactful. In preparation for the negotiations surrounding the next programme, ESN will publish several documents to guide our advocacy efforts.
For the academic year 2025/2026, we are focusing on ensuring that our recommendations are formalised in writing, alongside a video featuring student testimonials. This will support our efforts for the coming year and help with the upcoming communication campaigns and collecting testimonials from stakeholders. This year marks only the first step in an ongoing process that will ensure Erasmus is not just a phase of your life, but a transformative journey that can redefine your entire path.
Multiannual Financial Framework Aligned with Students’ Needs
Under the Future Is Erasmus initiative, we have published a unique contribution that highlights our position on Erasmus+ within the new Multiannual Financial Framework. In our dedicated publication , we present a detailed analysis that emphasises the urgent need for this budgetary increase, as ESN strongly supports the call to increase the Erasmus+ budget fivefold by 2027. The key reasons for this increase include ensuring access to European mobility beyond 2027, guaranteeing the quality and sustainability of the Erasmus+ experience, and achieving the mobility targets outlined in the Council Recommendation ‘Europe on the Move’. Additionally, this increase is crucial to secure a clear and sustainable funding pathway for the European University Alliances and to support the successful implementation of the proposed European Degree. We believe that this budgetary increase is essential for securing Europe’s future generations and ensuring a competitive and skilled European Union.
Recommendations for an Improved Erasmus+
In the second document of the initiative, we outline 10 strategic points which encompass a range of critical aspects, including the four horizontal priorities, the main barriers faced by students in accessing and benefiting from mobility, the long-term effects of mobility on personal and professional development, the future of international cooperation in higher education, and the monitoring mechanisms for the programme, among others. First, we aim to actively contribute to the initial phase of the legislative process, during which the European Commission will present its proposal for the next Erasmus+ programme. Second, we seek to ensure that our recommendations remain relevant and influential throughout the subsequent phases of negotiations, which will involve the European Parliament and the Council of Ministers. By doing so, we guarantee that the student perspective is well-represented and taken into account at every stage of the decision-making process.
7 Proposals for 7 Years of an Improved Erasmus+ Programme
To ensure that the next phase of Erasmus+ continues to be a transformative experience for students, we have joined forces with the EUF and the ESU. In the joint position paper, we present seven key proposals aimed at improving Erasmus+ over the next seven years. We call for greater systemic stakeholder engagement to ensure that all relevant parties—students, universities and policymakers—are actively involved in shaping the programme’s future. We also advocate for equal opportunities and the timely payment of grants to ensure that students do not face financial uncertainty during their mobility. A significant part of our vision includes the reinforcement of the twin transition in the programme. Finally, we highlight the need to fully integrate the recognition of learning outcomes and diplomas, ensuring that Erasmus+ participants can have their studies fully recognised. By collaborating with ESU and EUF, we aim to strengthen our advocacy and ensure that the voice of students is heard throughout the negotiation process.
Stories Behind Numbers: Student Data
XV ESNsurvey Report
In November of 2024, we launched the Final Report on the XV ESNsurvey, marking the flagship research project’s 15th edition. Titled ‘Making Quality Mobility a Reality for All’, the ESNsurvey collected approximately 23,000 responses: 17,855 answers from exchange students, 1,856 answers from full-degree students and 3,064 from non-mobile students. This edition is the most comprehensive to date since it includes responses from exchange students, full-degree international students and non-mobile students. Collecting a variety of responses helps understand mobility from different perspectives, ensuring a wider range of student experiences is heard. In this edition, you can explore 15 key findings regarding participation, duration, knowledge and attractors for exchange students; events and support given by HEIs; grants distribution and credit recognition; sustainability and digitalisation during exchange programmes; and, finally, Erasmus+ students’ citizenship and its following recommendations.
HOME2 Survey and Report
As housing remains one of the most pressing issues for international students, ESN has focused its efforts on better understanding the underlying problems within this broader challenge. By collecting data through a dedicated survey, ESN published the report “From the Freedom to Move to the Freedom to Stay: Insights into the Student Housing Crisis in Europe” This publication sheds light on the specific housing difficulties faced by international students, providing valuable insights into the extent and nature of the crisis. Over 5,700 students shared their stories: 43% secured housing less than a month before arrival, 1 in 3 encountered scams, and nearly half paid over €400 in rent. These issues shape the entire mobility journey, from mental health to academic focus. Some students arrive without knowing where they will sleep; others give up on going abroad. With the HOME² survey report, we brought these lived realities to the surface, turning student voices into concrete demands for safer, fairer housing.
Spin-Off Report on Students’ Needs and Interests
To fully understand students’ needs, we have collaborated with the EAIE on a joint report that combines data from the ESNsurvey and the EAIE Barometer. The aim of the report is to compare the perspectives of students who filled out the ESNsurvey with those of higher education professionals who participated in the EAIE Barometer.
The report is divided into five key areas, addressing questions related to student involvement in and relevance to the internationalisation of European higher education. These areas include students as drivers of internationalisation, Erasmus+ outreach and recognition, attention to student well-being, the impact of internationalisation, and barriers to student engagement in internationalisation opportunities.
XVI
ESNsurvey: The Future of International Mobility
Between May and July 2025, the ESNsurvey will be open again to gather responses from former participants of mobility programmes. This edition will focus on the future of international mobility and aim to collect data to make recommendations for the second period of the Erasmus+ programme 2021-2027. The survey will primarily target exchange students who have studied abroad between autumn 2023 and spring 2025. In addition to gathering insights from more recent exchange students, the survey will also be available to all former exchange students. Those who participated in mobility before Autumn 2023 will be invited to complete the Graduate Track, which seeks to understand the long-term effects of mobility on their professional careers. As with previous editions, this survey will also be open to full-degree international students and non-mobile students.
Local Communities and Impactful Activities
International Erasmus Games
2025 Project
Promoting health and well-being is essential for ESN to ensure that international students can fully benefit from their mobility experience in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Through 50 Local Rounds, 4 National Rounds and the final International Erasmus Games in Milan, over 3,000 participants from 96 countries took part in promoting sport as a universal language. ESN has co-organised a Capacity Building for Erasmus Games coordinators with ISCA and developed guidelines to support our volunteers in inclusive and impactful sport volunteering activities.
Enriching Communities through Engaged Mobilities
This spring, ESN launched the ‘Bridging Communities by Volunteering on Exchange’ campaign to enhance civic engagement as a core part of the mobility experience of students. As part of the ECEM project, a toolkit was published to support organisers of volunteer activities on exchange. The project enabled 14 local initiatives led by ESN sections across 11 countries in Europe, offering around 1,900 exchange students the chance to connect with host communities and create a positive social impact during their stay abroad.
Social Impact Days
Social Impact Days is an ESN initiative held once per semester, uniting the whole Erasmus Student Network through events that create positive change in local communities. This two-week campaign shows how, by working together, we can drive meaningful change and embody the motto: ‘Be the change you want to see’. Whether at home, abroad or on exchange, everyone has the power to be a changemaker. This year, the Network organised approximately 700 registered activities—an increase of 200% from last year— reflecting a growing interest in social impact and a desire to contribute to something bigger.
Skills and Innovation in Higher Education
Erasmus Careers and BIM
The Erasmus Careers project has made significant contributions to skills development and innovation within higher education, marking our initial steps towards supporting a Union of Skills. Through this project, we have focused on recognising and enhancing the competencies acquired during mobility experiences, with the aim of improving the career prospects of Erasmus+ participants by equipping them with skills that are highly valued in the global job market. This year, we published the Competence Inventory and Policy Recommendations and hosted the final conference in Brussels.
Erasmus+ as a Cornerstone of the Union of Skills
After the publication of the Union of Skills in March 2024, ESN has published our views and recommendations on how the Union of Skills can be further developed to strengthen the higher education sector, particularly with a focus on student mobility under the Erasmus+ programme. We strongly believe that the EU must take a leading role in the development of skills and competencies by attracting talent from abroad and equipping young people with skills unique to different countries within the EU. This must be achieved through international mobility under the Erasmus+ programme.
European Degree and European University Alliances
Our work around the European Degree and the European University Alliances has continued with ESN integrating as an associated partner the Alliances Community of Practice - ForEU4All. We have also been working closely with the partners of the EUC-Voices project to implement the EUSAF - European Students Assembly Forum, bringing together student representatives from the European University Alliances. Moreover, we have published a reaction to the approval of the European Degree Label, recognising it as a first positive step in the right direction.
Empowering Youth to Shape the Future
Speak Out Project Youth Stakeholder Group
Since July 2024, ESN has been working on empowering young people to take an active role in shaping more inclusive and democratic societies through the Speak Out project. By tackling disinformation, challenging stereotypes and promoting intercultural dialogue, Speak Out creates space for youth to become changemakers in their communities. The project brings together diverse young voices, encouraging solidarity and civic engagement, and will continue until June 2026.
European Youth Event 2025
ESN participated in another edition of the European Youth Event, held in Strasbourg from the 12th to the 14th of June. We were panellists in a session dedicated to the future of the Multiannual Financial Framework, together with Members of the European Parliament. During this panel, we had the opportunity to voice the opinions of students for a sustainable MFF for the future of international mobility. We facilitated two sessions: ‘Students as Changemakers: Strengthening Participation in Universities’ and ‘Your Campus, Your Voice: Connecting Universities with the EU’.
Since this year, ESN has been part of the EU Youth Stakeholder Group. The aim of this group is to involve European youth organisations, national youth councils, youth researchers, representatives of Member States, and other EU institutions in carrying forward the legacy of the European Year of Youth 2022, as well as the 2019-2027 EU Youth Strategy. The group also works to facilitate exchanges and youth consultations on upcoming EU policy initiatives.
ESN and Student Mobility Around the World
Global Gateway
The Global Gateway is a new European strategy aimed at fostering smart, clean and secure connections across the digital, energy and transport sectors, while also working to strengthen health, education and research systems globally. Recognising the importance of youth perspectives in shaping these initiatives, the European Commission hosted the Global Gateway High-Level Youth Event in October 2024 in Brussels. The event provided a platform for young people to share their opinions, experiences and ideas, while highlighting the impact of the EU youth agenda. The Global Gateway is also a key component of the Union of Skills, underscoring the importance of skills development and mobility. ESN’s participation in this event was a significant step in contributing to developing this major strategy, solidifying our role in advocating for young people.
Our Efforts in Asia Strengthening Our Role in Latin America
ESN’s efforts in Latin America have not gone unnoticed. Throughout this year, we have been invited to contribute to several key events, such as the ‘XXXIV Congreso Internacional de Ápice and the Seminario Preparatorio de la VI Cumbre Académica ALC-UE’. Additionally, we have engaged with various EU delegations connected to the region, which led to our participation in a webinar organised by the EU Delegation of Panama, where we presented the Erasmus+ opportunities. However, our main contribution comes from the publication ‘Strengthening EULatin America Collaboration Through Global Mobility’ ESN has been actively promoting stronger educational and mobility ties between the EU and Latin America. This includes our participation in essential forums and providing direct support for Latin American students in Europe through various ESN initiatives.
With growing interest in global internationalisation and mobility, ESN advocates for inclusive, studentcentred approaches that foster cross-border collaboration and global citizenship. In the 2018/2019 academic year, ESN supported over 9,000 students from Latin America and the Caribbean, with Brazil, Mexico and Argentina leading in outgoing mobilities. ESN collaborates with key stakeholders to promote student mobility and broader internationalisation, including internationalisation at home and student association participation. This advocacy includes participation in events such as the V Cumbre Academica FAP ALC-UE in Alcalá de Henares, the 33rd International Conference on Student Loans and Study Abroad in Guanajuato, the Multi-Actor Dialogue Forum organised by the EU-LAC Foundation, and the XVIII Encuentro Iberoamericano de Educación in Alcalá de Henares.
Digitalisation in Learning Mobility
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Assessing Courses of the Online LA Digital ESNcard
This year, as part of the AsCOLA project, ESN and project partners developed an innovative evaluation tool that will be integrated into the existing Erasmus+ mobility digital ecosystem, enhancing quality assurance processes in higher education institutions across Europe. The AsCOLA tool was presented during the final conference organised in May 2025 in Brussels, titled ‘Raising the Bar in Erasmus+ Mobilities’. The event brought together higher education institutions, students and policymakers to explore how student feedback can drive improvement in the mobility experience for students.
Reinforced Role in Digital Mobility Space
ESN reinforced its role in the digital transformation of mobility programmes by contributing to the development of inclusive and interoperable digital tools. Through its involvement in initiatives such as the European Student Card, Erasmus Without Paper and Erasmus Intern, as well as its participation in the ESCI initiative, ESN supports the creation of a more streamlined and accessible mobility experience. By engaging in key policy discussions and project partnerships, ESN ensured that student needs became central to the evolution of the digital mobility system in Europe and beyond.
The digitalisation of ESN took a major step forward in 2025 with the launch of the first beta version of the digital ESNcard distribution system. In response to the growing need for a professional and unified IT infrastructure in our Network, next to increasing pressure to become more sustainable. ESN started drafting the plans to renew our membership scheme into a digital pathway, replacing plastic card distribution with a digital replacement. With this, ESN is taking the final steps to have all its supporting systems running fully digital, starting with the membership card of the Erasmus Generation.
Towards a Greener Mobility
Sustainable Erasmus+ Travel
The Sustainable Erasmus+ Travel (SET) project aims to address the environmental sustainability of the Erasmus+ programme by promoting greener travel options for students participating in mobility experiences and raising awareness among students and higher education institutions. Coordinated by the European University Foundation, ESN, as a partner in the project, launched a large social media campaign focusing on supporting environmentally friendly choices to travel abroad and a contest for green travel storytellers.
A new Travel Green page is available at the ErasmusGeneration. org portal, presenting connectivity links between top mobility destinations. Students are also welcome to read and submit green travel testimonials.
The Interrail Pass for Erasmus+
The Interrail Pass for Erasmus+, an initiative coordinated with Eurail, aims to put into practice what ESN has been consistently advocating: more and better options for affordable travel abroad. Following the approval of new green travel measures in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide for 2024, ESN and Eurail decided to partner up in order to provide students with better access to sustainable modes of transportation while abroad.
A significant development this year is that the scope of the Interrail Pass for Erasmus+ has been expanded. As part of Erasmus+, it is now accessible to all key mobility programmes across Europe, offering even more opportunities for students to travel sustainably.
Kicking-off the Speak Out project, 25 ESN trainers gathered in Jindř ich ů v Hradec, Czech Republic, to expand on their capaticies to develop content and activities aimed at empowering young people to be active citizens and ambassadors of EU values.
26-29 September 2024
Social Impact and Youth Engagement
In the coastal city of Varna, Bulgaria, 42 participants joined a four-day training event to learn how to organise gender inclusive events and create inclusive communities.
7-11 November 2024
Local Changemakers
Training
The training brought together in Budapest, Hungary, 37 volunteers active at the local level of ESN, in order to learn and design initiatives aimed at combating discrimination and fighting against misinformation locally.
12-15 December 2024
National Changemakers Training
Through the Speak Out project, volunteers active on the national level came together to assess the current state of active citizenship in their countries and develop strategies to increase youth engagement.
5 September-2 October 2024
Community Meetings Fall
This fall, five communities met in Prague and one in Brussels to strengthen volunteer skills. The Brussels Education Community Meeting ended with the Enriching Communities through Engaged Mobilities Conference, highlighting civic engagement in student mobility.
10-20 October 2024
Regional Platforms
The yearly Regional Platforms training happened in Aveiro, Brno, Edinburgh, Nicosia, and Tallinn, with the aim of building capacity in volunteers and improving the quality and impact of their work.
21-25 November 2024
Autumn General Assembly
The main decision-making body of ESN gathered in Thessaloniki, Greece, to address key topics and make decisions about the future of the Network.
6-9 February 2025
Community Meetings Spring
For the first time in years, all six communities were reunited in one place, to exchange best practices and celebrate together the city of Porto as Erasmus Destination of the Year 2024.
25-27 January 2025
Grants Lab
This training, organised at ESN’s Headquarters in Brussels, equipped participants with hard skills related to grant application and project management and inspired members to be more actively involved in ESN International’s projects.
3-6 April 2025
EGM Ancona 2025
19-24 May 2025
Study Session
The fourth edition of EGM gathered over 1,000 participants in order to inspire future leaders to act as changemakers of society, while having the local community of Ancona, stakeholders, and members celebrate together the achievements of the Erasmus Generation!
23-28 February 2025
Eduk8 Starter
This training for trainers took place this year in Șă ulia, Romania, where 24 participants learned how to confidently design, deliver, and evaluate sessions rooted in non-formal education principles.
ESN’s yearly Study Session, organised in collaboration with the Youth Department of the Council of Europe in their training centre in Budapest, Hungary, was focused on increasing participants’ capacity to carry out actions to recognise intersectionality and fight discrimination.
24-28 April 2025
Spring General Assembly
This GA, taking place in Dubrovnik, Croatia, was a defining moment for the future of ESN, not only because of the election of the new Statutory Bodies, but also for the adoption of the new long-term Vision and Strategic Priorities of ESN.
29 May-1 June 2025
International Erasmus Games
This year’s IEG brought together over 300 participants in Milan, Italy, to engage in inclusive competitions while also promoting volunteering through sports activities.
ESN in the Media
Ryanair and Erasmus Student Network extend partnership for 8th year
Travel Daily News | November 21, 2024
Ryanair extends its partnership with Erasmus Student Network for the eighth year, offering exclusive travel discounts and benefits to students.
Call for more HE cooperation in crisis-hit Mediterranean
University World News | March 7, 2025
UNIMED is calling on the European Commission to prioritise education and research in the New Pact for the Mediterranean, while mobilising universities to support students and scholars from crisis-affected regions and expand academic cooperation to advance sustainable development across the Mediterranean, Africa, and beyond.
Erasmus Student Network and Fever Partner to Enrich Cultural Access for Students
Fever | March 17, 2025
Together, ESN and Fever plan to fill every Erasmus journey with culture, adventure and meaningful meetings, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Small Italian town hosts European youth gathering
Youth Journalism | May 9, 2025
This is what happened in Ancona during the recent Erasmus Generation Meeting which focused on cultural exchange, youth empowerment and uniting Europe by bringing students together.
Riga Nominated as a Top 5 Finalist for Erasmus Destination of the Year 2025
The Baltic Times | January 3, 2025
The Erasmus Student Network Riga (ESN Riga) is proud to announce that Riga has been nominated as one of the top five finalists competing for the prestigious Erasmus Destination of the Year award for 2025.
About Us
The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is the largest student association in Europe. It was born on 16th October 1989 and legally registered in 1990 to support and develop student exchange. We are present in 1,000 Higher Education Institutions across more than 40 countries.
The Network is constantly developing and expanding. 15,000 active members, who in many sections are supported by so-called ‘buddies’, act as mentors for international students. Thus, ESN involves over 29,000 young people offering its services to around 350,000 international students every year.
ESN works for the creation of a more mobile and flexible education environment by supporting and developing student exchange, as well as providing an intercultural experience also to those students who cannot access a period abroad (“internationalisation at home”).
Mission
Enrichment of society through international students’ mobility.
Principles
• ESN works in the interest of international students.
• ESN works to improve the social and practical integration of international students.
• ESN represents the needs and rights of international students on the local, national and international level.
• ESN provides relevant information about mobility programmes.
• ESN motivates students to study abroad.
• ESN works with the reintegration of homecoming students.
• ESN contributes to the improvement of different mobility programmes.
• ESN cares about its members.
• ESN values volunteering and active citizenship.
Vision By 2031, the Erasmus Student Network will be the leading organisation supporting international mobility, providing space for competence development and student engagement to three million members of the Erasmus Generation, empowering them to become change-makers in society.
Strategic Priorities
International Mobility and Student Support
ESN will support international students throughout all phases of mobility, ensuring that mobility is an enriching experience not only for students but for society as a whole.
Volunteer Management and Development
ESN volunteers will be ambassadors of mobility and international students, reflecting the Network’s Values in their work.
Governance and Membership
ESN will focus on strengthening its governance structure and ensuring clear, efficient and democratic decision-making processes with a strong and united membership.
Visibility, Outreach and External Relations
ESN will be a unified and widely recognised brand of the Erasmus Generation, serving as the voice of international students and the leading advocate for mobility programmes.
Digitalisation of Mobility and IT Infrastructure
ESN will set clear IT standards, align with the digitalisation priorities in different mobility programmes, and guide IT development within the Network.
Digitalisation of Mobility and IT Infrastructure
ESN will work on creating a lasting impact on society by positioning international mobility at the heart of local communities.
Values
Studentsstudentshelping
We commit ourselves to volunteering for the benefit of international mobility.
Love for Europe and beyond as an area of peace and cultural exchange
We cherish the world as a space of peace, diversity, and cultural exchange that embraces the richness of a more interconnected world.
Unity in diversitydiversity, in unity
We all have different backgrounds but share one common aim and goal.
International dimension of life
We believe international experiences enrich personal growth, foster mutual understanding, and strengthen collaboration beyond borders.
Fun in friendship and respect
We believe in the importance of making the most of the international mobility experience while respecting others.
Opennesstolerancewith
We embrace diversity by understanding, accepting, and learning from others.
Cooperationintegrationin
We share a holistic view towards internationalisation in higher education.
Structure
To be able to achieve the aims of the organisation, as well as fulfil our mission and vision, and uphold our values, ESN is structured on three levels: local, national and international.
General Assembly
Statutory Bodies
International Board Arbitration Board Audit Commission
Secretariat Committees Project Teams Liaison Office
Non-statutory Bodies
Support Structures
ESN consists of 500+ local associations, or so-called Sections, working daily with international students.
They organise activities, provide services, and represent the interests of international, exchange, and local students of one or several higher education institutions in their city.
Sections of a country meet during National Assemblies, where they have the chance to exchange best practices. The Sections also elect their National Board, which is in charge of leading the National Organisation, conducting national projects and representing ESN towards national institutions and stakeholders.
The General Assembly (GA) is the highest decision-making body of the Erasmus Student Network, which votes on all Statutes and Standing Orders proposals, on all nonstatutory proposals and the election of the International Board, the Audit Commission, the Arbitration Board, and the GA Chairing Team. The GA meets twice per year.
Finance
Revenue €1,868,297
Network income
Public funding
Private income
Other
Expenses
€364,937
€1,176,002
€175,157
€152,202
€1,821,755
Staff
Headquarters charges
Subcontracting
Travel and meetings
Projects and events
Partnership
Extraordinary costs
€784,550
€167,365
€90,069
€50,051
€715,907
€13,536
€278
The Erasmus Student Network concluded the 2024 financial year with a positive balance of €46,542.
The budget for this year was prepared during a continued period of recovery for the organisation, following the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on international mobility and the whole Erasmus Student Network. The positive financial outcome is the result of rigorous financial management throughout the year, focused on prioritising essential activities and expenditures.
This prudent approach, combined with stronger-thanexpected performance in certain income streams, contributed significantly to the result. ESN successfully leveraged private funding from corporate partners and diversified its revenue sources, compensating for the stabilisation in ESNcard-related income.
Overall, 2024 marks a milestone in the financial consolidation of the organisation, laying the foundation for a more stable and sustainable future.
External Relations
ESN as a Member
European Youth Forum (YFJ)
The YFJ is a platform of over 100 youth organisations in Europe, representing both National Youth Councils and International Non-Governmental Youth Organisations. ESN is active within the Forum to bring the voice of internationally-minded young people further. These include participation in the European Youth Event and engagement in the EU Youth Dialogue. youthforum.org
Lifelong Learning Platform (LLLP)
International Association of Universities (IAU) EESC
The IAU is the leading global association of higher education institutions and organisations from around the world. It convenes and connects almost 600 members from more than 130 countries to identify, reflect and act on common priorities. As an associate member of IAU, ESN acts as the global voice of higher education to a wide range of international and intergovernmental organisations, in particular UNESCO. iau-aiu.net
The LLLP brings together 42 European networks covering all sectors of education and training, including networks for higher education and training, vocational and adult education, and plays an important role in advocating for better education systems for all. ESN is active through platforms like the Erasmus+ Coalition, participation in the LLLP pool of experts, or by contributing to consultations and campaigns. lllplatform.eu
Generation Climate Europe (GCE)
Generation Climate Europe (GCE) is the largest coalition of youth-led networks on climate and environmental issues at the European level. GCE unites the largest youth-led networks in Europe, bringing together 381 national organisations across 46 countries in Europe. As one of its founding members, ESN is actively involved in the working groups on clean mobility and sustainable development. gceurope.org
Liaison Group
The European Economic and Social Committee Liaison Group, created in 2004, connects the EESC with European civil society organisations to promote dialogue, cooperation and joint action on shared issues. It brings together umbrella groups to support civil dialogue and contribute to EU decision-making (Article 11, TEU). This year, ESN joined the group to amplify the voice of young people and students. eesc.europa.eu/en
Global Student Forum (GSF)
Global Student Forum (GSF) is the global umbrella organisation of the world’s major representative, independent and democratic student unions of school and university students. GSF represents and advocates for the educational, cultural, economic and social interests of over 300 million learners worldwide. ESN has been actively involved in the working groups promoted by GSF, especially the ones connected with learning mobility, such as ‘Mobility and Recognition’. globalstudentforum.org
Institutional Partners ACA
The Academic Cooperation Association is an umbrella organisation of national funding agencies for international education and research, which has among its members many of the leading Erasmus National Agencies. ESN has collaborated with ACA in several aspects to improve mobility throughout the ECEM project, where we are partners, and with participation in several TCAs and events, such as the Inclusion Academy and What’s New in Brussels. aca-secretariat.be
The European Association for International Education (EAIE) is a European centre for expertise, networking and resources in the internationalisation of higher education, founded in 1989. ESN and EAIE aim to establish a framework to promote and foster cooperation through mutual promotion, events and exchange of expertise in favour of the student community involved in the activities and initiatives of the two organisations. eaie.org
Coimbra Group FOREU4ALL
The Coimbra Group is one of the leading university networks in Europe, bringing together some of the continent’s most internationalised and historical universities. It works for the benefit of its members by promoting internationalisation, academic collaboration, excellence in learning and research, and service to society through ‘creating special academic and cultural ties’. For the past years, ESN and the Coimbra Group have been enhancing their collaboration through a memorandum of understanding, creating more synergies in the fields of education and research. coimbra-group.eu
FOREU4ALL is a community of practice for European University Alliances. It brings together all 64 European University Alliances, along with other higher education stakeholders such as student organisations and university associations. The main goals are to strengthen collaboration and share best practices within the higher education sector, particularly through the universities that are part of these Alliances. ESN’s role is to be the voice of international students and to explore how we can strengthen the role of students within these structures. education.ec.europa.eu
ESN and Public Funding ECEM DIEM
Contact our Director at director@esn.org if you are interested in a partnership with ESN for any grant or tender application.
ESN has participated in projects funded by the Erasmus+ programme and some of its predecessor programmes for many years now. We benefit from two operating grants: one from the European Commission and one from the Council of Europe’s European Youth Foundation. We have had several annual ‘Work Plans’ from the European Youth Foundation since 2016. Furthermore, ESN has participated in several tenders covering topics such as the impact of student mobility and digitalisation of the Erasmus+ programme.
Other Projects
• AsCOLA
• DigiUp
• SET
• EUniverse
• BIM
• Speak Out
• IEG 2025
• ErasmusCareers
• EUC Voices
• ETI Labs
• DACEM
• ESC-tension 2
Enriching Communities through Engaged Mobilities (ECEM) is an Erasmus+ project that strives to design measures to increase students’ participation in civic engagement initiatives during their Erasmus exchange, by building connections with Higher Education Institutions and Civil Society Organisations. Within the framework of the project, this year we published a Toolkit on how to organise volunteering activities for exchange students, and we have organised a conference in Brussels and a staff training event in Zagreb.
The DIEM project (Diversity and Inclusion in Erasmus+ Implementation) aims to make Erasmus+ more inclusive by increasing participation among students with fewer opportunities. This year, our efforts have been marked by the initial phase of desk research, during which we conducted focus groups with both mobile and non-mobile participants. We also started developing the Inclusion Scoreboard to highlight national differences in inclusion support.
DETAS HOME2
The HOME2 project builds on the outcomes of previous initiatives, such as HousErasmus+ and HOME (Home of Mobile Europeans), to address the ongoing challenges faced by mobile students in securing reliable and inclusive accommodation. HOME2 aims to develop digital tools and provide policy recommendations to improve housing conditions for Erasmus+ participants, while also enhancing student support during their mobility period. This year was marked by the development of a student report on housing and the organisation of a conference in Brussels.
The DETAS project aims to enhance the Erasmus+ traineeship experience by improving digital tools that support students in securing and benefiting from international internship opportunities. The project addresses gaps in support systems for Erasmus+ traineeships, with a focus on predeparture preparation, on-site integration and post-exchange follow-up. By improving the Erasmus+ Intern portal, DETAS seeks to make the Erasmus+ traineeship process more accessible, inclusive and efficient. This year, we have taken the first steps by conducting desk research, and next year will start with the implementation of novelties in the platform.
Commercial Partners
ESN is committed to enhancing the mobility experience for students and making it more accessible and affordable through strategic partnerships. One of the ways ESN aims to improve student mobility is by collaborating with commercial partners who provide unique advantages to international students through the membership card of the Erasmus Generation, the ESNcard.
Ryanair
Since September 2017, this partnership has offered Erasmus students affordable travelling opportunities. The ESNcard holder students have benefited from this partnership, which has seen over 800,000 bookings to date.
Flixbus and Flixtrain
With more than 3,000 destinations in 40 countries, Flixbus & Flixtrain offer an affordable, convenient and eco-friendly way to discover Europe. The partnership with Flixbus & Flixtrain helps make student mobility even more affordable with a special discount for ESNcard holders. ESNcard offers a special back-to-school campaign with increased discounts at the start of the academic year.
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is world-famous for uniting young people from all over the world under its festive spirit. Tomorrowland is partnering up with ESN to offer the Erasmus Generation a unique gathering with a diverse, globalminded young audience and world-class artists. ESNcard holders have access to a dedicated ticket sale at pre-sale prices. They will also have a special gathering moment with other ESNcard holders during the event.
By partnering with various companies, we concentrate on important and key aspects of student life where we believe students will gain the most benefits and enjoy their mobility the most. The key sectors include travel, accommodation and hospitality, online education services, consumer products and other lifestyle-related activities such as cultural events and festivals.
Samsung
Our partnership with Samsung brings exclusive student discounts on high-quality tech and electronics through the ESNcard. Whether it’s for studying, staying connected or enjoying entertainment abroad, Samsung helps students access the tools they need to make the most of their mobility experience.
Pernod Ricard
In 16 years of partnership with Pernod Ricard on the Responsible Party programme, we have managed to address several issues related to alcohol consumption and especially binge-drinking amongst international students, with positive reactions from both students and European stakeholders.
Discovering cultural events
Exploring your new city is a key part of the Erasmus experience, and our partner Fever helps you do just that by offering access to the best local events and experiences. From concerts and exhibitions to pop-ups and immersive shows, Fever brings unforgettable moments to over 100 cities worldwide.
Accommodation
When moving to a new country, finding a well-located, spacious and cheap home feels like a mission impossible to accomplish. We partner with accommodation providers like Spotahome and Milestone. Moreover, our partnership with Eurosender means that international students can get the most affordable offers with door-to-door shipping services to help them move all their items from one country to another.
Travelling
Moving around, be it within the city or visiting new sights and countries, is a big part of every student’s mobility experience. We work on making sure students can travel in the most affordable and sustainable ways. We partner with bicycle, bus, flight and train companies, like Flixbus, Flixtrain and Ryanair. For quality travelling, Stasher provides special deals for storing luggage in dedicated lockers and at their commercial partners all over the world. For organised trips and adventures across Europe and beyond, YES-Trips offers unforgettable group travel experiences tailored specifically for international students.
Online services
It is difficult to carry a lot of books when going on an exchange. Our partnership with Perlego provides students with a discount on their subscription to Perlego’s online library, which gives access to thousands of university books online. Whereas Nextory is the only reading app offering access to audiobooks, ebooks, press, magazines, comics and podcasts all at once.
Learning Opportunities
Our partnership with the British Council provides students with an opportunity to get quality language courses and test their knowledge through exams. This makes it easier for students to learn the language of their host country even before they move.
Marketing Cooperation
Our marketing team has developed a diverse package of marketing activities to be offered to our partners. This includes visibility on our different platforms such as ESNcard.org, ESN.org, ErasmusIntern.org and Erasmus Generation Blog. The package also includes social media marketing on our various channels: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn. These marketing activities are followed by email marketing through our monthly newsletters. The newsletter of the Erasmus Generation is sent out to around 150,000 international students and interns every month, and includes blog articles, updates on the most impactful activities of ESN, and a dedicated space for advertisement.
Partners can choose to be advertised in:
• Newsletter posts
• Top spot highlights
• Dedicated newsletters
• International events
Our partners have the opportunity to be promoted in major events such as the Erasmus Generation Meeting (EGM), an annual conference which focuses on international students and youth and includes the EGM EXPO — a career and education fair. Events such as EGM or the International Erasmus Games bring together over a thousand participants each year, most of whom are young people with an international background.
Partners are also presented with the opportunity to attend national conferences and events organised by our members, which gather up to 2,000 international students each, where they can connect with national representatives in a certain country, and discuss local and national collaborations and cross-promotion opportunities.
Contact our Partnership Manager at partnership@esn.org if you are interested in a commercial collaboration with ESN International.
Connecting Communities and Partners
EGM Ancona 2025 proved to be much more than just a flagship event — it was a meeting point for our partners and a space where collaboration moved beyond traditional marketing opportunities.
As the largest event organised by ESN and the biggest student-led conference in Europe focused on international mobility, the presence of our corporate partners, both as sponsors and active contributors, enriched the content of the event and helped bridge the gap between companies, volunteers and international students.
Our EGM EXPO was a standout success, bringing together international partners from the accommodation and travel sectors, as well as national and local businesses linked to transportation, tourism and local services. In total, more than twenty partners took part in the EXPO, with twelve officially supporting the event as sponsors — a clear testament to the essential role partners play in the EGM experience.
In collaboration with Pernod Ricard and the Drink More Water campaign, we distributed 3,574 litres of water — an average of 3.5 litres per participant — keeping everyone refreshed and hydrated throughout the event.
But the business involvement did not stop at the conference venue. Thanks to the fantastic efforts of the Organising Committee, local businesses across Ancona welcomed participants with open arms. By simply showing their event bracelet or the ESNcard, participants could enjoy discounts on food and drinks all over the city. Once again, EGM demonstrated its positive local impact, with 36 businesses joining the initiative and contributing to an unforgettable experience for all.
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Diana Simeria
Former Communication & Media Intern
Former Digital Marketing Intern
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International Board 2025/2026
Simone Lepore
Anja Miljković
Isabel Miñano President-elect Vice President for Development-elect
Kaja Kaczkiełło Vice President for Governance-elect
Rui Vinha Treasurer-elect
Marco Comotti
Web Project Administratorelect
Volunteers of ESN International
GA Chairing Team
Paulina Bednarek (Poland)
Gonçalo Tavares (Portugal)
Neli Stoilova (Bulgaria)
Liaison Officers
Sara Tagliabracci (Italy)
Martina Bo (Italy)
Hazal Sude Satkın (Türkiye)
Emna Memmi (Spain)
Nensi Mkrtchyan (Armenia)
Gavin Pelan (Germany)
Konstantina Kyriakou (Greece)
Zoi Papakonstantinou (Greece)
Giulio Del Giudice (Italy / Switzerland)
Nathan Lusseau (France)
Audit Commission
Eilidh Hudson (UK)
Legal Team
Laura Stefanovič (Lithuania)
Claudia D’Andrea
Claudia Manová (Slovakia)
Luke Bonello Ghio (Malta)
Audit Team
Helena Reimo (Estonia)
Misia Mondriach (Poland)
Arbitration Board
Clíodhna Ní Pheadair (Ireland)
Dražen Vidaković (Serbia)
Andy Mahfouz (Lithuania)
HR Manager
Laura Sophia Franke (Switzerland)
International Committees
Chairing Teams
International Committee for Education
Dominika Guzik (Poland)
Sana Dehganpour (Türkiye)
Network Committee
Andreia Raluca Ivan (Romania)
Isabella Kontschinsky (Finland)
Gellert Szarvas (Hungary)
Communication Committee
Diego Traver Larraz (Spain)
Giuseppe Mansella (Italy)
IT Committee
Mario Č osić (Croatia)
Joanna Łada (Poland)
Evripidis Baltzis (Greece)
IT Contributors
Afonso Castro Vaz Osório (Portugal)
Christina Metalouli (Greece)
Dimitris Kritsotakis (Greece)
Emilia Kinga Brzęk (Italy)
Gabrielius Leonavičius (Lithuania)
Luka Šulc (Croatia)
Marco Natali (Italy)
Mario Č osić (Croatia)
Pablo Espin (Spain)
Legal Team
Andreea Pintea (Romania)
Diane Defraigne (Luxembourg)
Ellie Black (UK)
Florine Manfredi (France)
Noah Charpentier (Belgium)
International Teams
ESNsurvey
Siem Buseyne (ESN Belgium)
Kevin Topi (Albania)
Anna Belova (Latvia)
ESN Eduk8 Team
Andrea Amaranto (Italy)
Alessandro Grassini (Italy)
Sarah Expósito Ragaigne (France)
M ă dălina B ăndără u (Romania)
ESNcard Team
Milano Hussein (Belgium)
Francesco Siculella (Italy)
Fabio de Oliveira Paron (Romania)
Bartosz Łącki (Poland)
Shreya Pravin Kumar (Lithuania)
Fabrizio Traina (Italy)
International Erasmus Games Team
Carlos Robledo Martín (Spain)
Adam Pawleta (Poland)
Patrycja Skalska (Poland)
Social Impact / Activities Committee
Jhony Hajj (Lithuania)
Aleksandra Dawlud (Poland)
Christina Michael (Cyprus)
Simone Vassalluzzo (Italy)
IT Contributors
Afonso Castro Vaz Osório (Portugal)
Christina Metalouli (Greece)
Dimitris Kritsotakis (Greece)
Emilia Kinga Brzęk (Italy)
Gabrielius Leonavičius (Lithuania)
Luka Šulc (Croatia)
Marco Natali (Italy)
Mario Č osić (Croatia)
Pablo Espin (Spain)
Network Care Team
Regional Care Coordinator
Lise Benette Hovd (Norway)
Regional Coordinators
Matteo Ingrassia (Estonia)
Justin Racu (Bulgaria)
Laurie Albert Lermite (Belgium)
Regional Training Coordinators
Barbora Králíčková (Czech Republic)
Darya Rubchenia (Norway)
Ivalina Daneva (Bulgaria)
Arnaud Buthey (Switzerland
Education Community Manager
Gökay Bağ rıyanık (Türkiye)
HR and Network Community Manager
P řemysl Pila ř (Czech Republic)
Training & Activities Community Manager
Emilia Kinga Brzęk (Italy)
Bussiness and Finance Community Manager
Georgi Yotov (Bulgaria)
Communication Community Manager
Anastasia Andreou (Cyprus)
IT Community Manager
Ana Soares (Portugal)
Membership Team
Achilleas Moschos (Greece)
Alessandro Stocco (Italy)
Andria Sofroniou (Cyprus)
Doğ ukan B. Demirdelen (Türkiye)
Ghassan Alajlouni (Jordan)
Isabel Huck (Germany)
Jana Borchardt (Germany)
Josephina Pariza (Cyprus)
Leonor Alcaçarenho (Portugal)
Mark Mc Gee (Ireland)
Paula Patrīcjia Avotiņa (Latvia)
Patrick Peeck (Germany)
Riccardo Cucina (Belgium)
Sofia Mediavilla Madrigal (UK)
Tharanika Manivannan (Latvia)
Zuzanna Przyborkiewicz (Poland)
Erasmus Generation Meeting
EGM Content Team
Riccardo Potenza (Italy)
Johanna Trosien (Germany)
Marco Natali (Italy)
EGM Media Team
Aleksandra Dawlud (Poland)
Elia Maracani (Italy)
Marta Winkler (Poland)
Macarena Ramos Ruiz (Spain)
Helen Bucher (Belgium)
Pit Albert (The Netherlands)
EGM Technical Team
Ricardo Bento (Portugal)
Antonia Tsiftsi (Greece)
EGM Programme Team
Henrique Gonçalves (Portugal)
Samanta Baumane (Latvia)
Joanna Łada (Poland)
Daniela Mard (Finland)
Sarah Expósito Ragaigne (France)
National Organisations
ESN Albania albania@esn.org
ESN Armenia armenia@esn.org
ESN Austria austria@esn.org
ESN Azerbaijan azerbaijan@esn.org
ESN Belgium belgium@esn.org
ESN Bosnia and Herzegovina bih@esn.org
ESN Bulgaria bulgaria@esn.org
ESN Croatia croatia@esn.org
ESN Cyprus cyprus@esn.org
ESN Czech Republic czech_republic@esn.org
ESN Denmark denmark@esn.org
ESN Estonia estonia@esn.org
ESN Finland finland@esn.org
ESN France france@esn.org
ESN Georgia georgia@esn.org
ESN Germany germany@esn.org
ESN Greece greece@esn.org
ESN Hungary hungary@esn.org
ESN Iceland iceland@esn.org
ESN Ireland ireland@esn.org
ESN Italy italy@esn.org
ESN Jordan jordan@esn.org
ESN Kazakhstan kazakhstan@esn.org
ESN Latvia latvia@esn.org
ESN Lichtenstein lichtenstein@esn.org
ESN Lithuania lithuania@esn.org
ESN Luxembourg luxembourg@esn.org
ESN Malta malta@esn.org
ESN Moldova moldova@esn.org
ESN Montenegro montenegro@esn.org
ESN the Netherlands netherlands@esn.org
ESN North Macedonia northmacedonia@esn.org
ESN Norway norway@esn.org
ESN Poland poland@esn.org
ESN Portugal portugal@esn.org
ESN Romania romania@esn.org
ESN Russia russia@esn.org
ESN Serbia serbia@esn.org
ESN Slovakia slovakia@esn.org
ESN Spain spain@esn.org
ESN Spain spain@esn.org
ESN Sweden sweden@esn.org
ESN Switzerland switzerland@esn.org
ESN Türkiye turkey@esn.org
ESN Ukraine ukraine@esn.org
ESN United Kingdom uk@esn.org
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