Finding Partners
Finding Partners
Putting together a good partnership is probably the most important thing you can do for your project. Having the right partners and building good working relationships with them are the foundations of a successful project.
A strong partnership will benefit your project throughout its life. A good partner will:
- Bring the right kind of skills and expertise to the project.
- Be committed to the project, including to completing it.
- Be reliable and help deliver the project on time.
How do you find your project partners?
Finding the perfect partner can be difficult – let us help you out! We have a few hints and tips to help you in your search:
- Talk to your colleagues and find out if there are European links within your organisation already. An existing relationship adds extra commitment to a partnership.
- Try our partner search database which has a full list of organisations that are also looking for a partner.
- Take part in a Transversal Study Visit. Each visit is comprised of a small group of individuals collaborating on a shared interest. This is a great way to find partners for the future.
How do you find your partner for a training activity?
As an individual it can be difficult to find the ideal organisation for your training activity that will enhance your professional development, why not:
- Talk to your colleagues, have they been on a European funded training activity? Existing European links can be a great way of extending your network.
- Search the course database for over 3000 In-Service Training and Visits & Exchanges opportunities.
- Search our list of host organisations looking for a Grundtvig Assistant.
Next step: Once you have identified potential partners, it’s often a good idea to meet up face to face.
If you need more help then please call the Grundtvig Helpline on 0845 199 1919, or send an email to grundtvig@uk.ecorys.com.
European study visits, projects and networks.
