OPEN CALL for 20 participants – BLOOM (Blossoming into Sexual Health and Empowerment)

OPEN CALL for 20 participants

INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITY “BLOOM – Blossoming into Sexual Health and Empowerment” led by ESU

The European Students’ Union (ESU), together with AMLÉ (Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn, formerly known as USI), are proudly organising an international activity in Galway, Ireland.

We are looking for 20 student representatives to join us on a journey to strengthen sexual health education, gender equality, and human rights within higher education!

What?

The aim of the international activity “BLOOM” is to empower student representatives to become advocates for Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE), by enhancing their knowledge, skills, and confidence to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights in their local and national student communities.

The specific objectives of the international activity are the following:

• Comprehensive Sexuality Education: Equip participants with a human rights-based, fact-based and global education perspective on CSE.
• Advocacy and Strategic Planning: Train participants to effectively advocate for CSE in their local contexts and within higher education institutions.
• Gender Equality and Inclusion: Foster safer, more inclusive environments and address gender-based violence through education and awareness.
• Peer-to-PeerLearning: Create networking and collaboration opportunities among student representatives to foster solidarity and common projects.

When and where?

From 28 September to 4 October 2025, including arrival and departure days (5 working days).

Venue: University of Galway, Ireland

Who?

• Are you a student representative engaged in sexual health, gender equality or human rights advocacy?
• Are you a resident in one of the Council of Europe member states?
• Are you motivated to promote comprehensive sexuality education and safer, more inclusive spaces in higher education?

Cost

The enrolment fee for selected participants is 50 euros.

Travel, accommodation and subsistence costs are fully covered by the Youth Department of the Council of Europe.

How?

National unions of students are invited to nominate a maximum of two student representatives. The nominated participants must commit to attending the full international activity. To confirm their participation, students will be required to provide proof of their travel booking after consultation with the recruitment team.

To apply: Please complete the application form.

Deadline: 27 July at 23:59 CET.

For any questions or clarifications, please contact joana.azeiteiro@esu-online.org and daciana.pop@esu-online.org