The Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP), operating from 2007-2013, aims to contribute to the development of an advanced knowledge society in Europe, with sustainable economic development, more and better jobs and greater social cohesion.
It enables individuals across Europe, at all stages of their lives (and careers), to pursue stimulating learning opportunities.
LLP consists of four sub-programmes namely: Comenius (for schools), Erasmus (for higher education), Leonardo da Vinci (for vocational education and training) and Grundtvig (for adult education).
LLP also features Transversal Actions (focusing upon policy cooperation, languages, ICT-based content and the dissemination and exploitation of results) and the Jean Monnet Programme (a programme to support teaching, research and reflection around European integration involving key European institutions and associations).
Leonardo da Vinci
Focusing upon Leonardo da Vinci, the programme within which Skillsweb was developed, the following funding possibilities exist in relation to those working in support of skills development and the development of the labour market:
Mobility of Individuals - Preparatory Visits for European Project Development
Transnational Placements in Enterprises or Training Institutions for People in the Labour Market
Placement and Exchanges – Mobility for Professionals in Vocational Education and Training
Partnerships
Transfer of Innovation
Development of Innovation
Thematic Networks
Currently the Leonardo da Vinci sub-programme is open for participation to:
- 27 EU Member States
- Iceland
- Liechtenstein
- Norway
- Turkey
It is possible in the future however that participation may be extended to additional countries.
Applications to the Leonardo da Vinci sub-programme are encouraged from:
- public or private companies (enterprises)
- SMEs
- public authorities (local, regional or national level)
- employer associations
- professional, sectoral and industry organisations (including chambers of commerce and trade organisations)
- non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
- education and training authorities
- teacher training bodies
- vocational training centres / organisations
- guidance and counselling centres / bodies
- social partners (trade unions).