The main objective of this Erasmus+ KA131 project was to strengthen, diversify, and professionalize international mobility at CEU, in line with evolving participant needs, institutional development goals, and European education policy priorities. Our university is a mission-driven, socially engaged institution with an expanding international academic profile. We aimed to ensure that Erasmus+ mobility remained a core part of our identity, supporting academic excellence and advancing our values of inclusion, openness, sustainability, and civic responsibility. We set out to achieve the following strategic goals: Expand and diversify participation We aimed to open mobility opportunities to a broader and more diverse population of students and staff. While the total number of mobilities was lower than in the previous project, due to the inclusion of several full-year mobilities, we focused on maintaining access and quality across all mobility types. We maintained the capacity to support BIP mobilities and remain committed to its future development. Particular attention was on supporting students with fewer opportunities, through targeted communication and enhanced collaboration with the Office of Inclusion. Strengthen the quality and accessibility of support services Improving the student and staff experience was a key priority. We wanted every participant to feel informed and supported from application to reintegration. We held regular info sessions, improved advising, and updated digital platforms. We also enhanced cooperation with academic units, HR, and diversity offices to ensure seamless and responsive services. Promote inclusion Inclusion was at the heart of this project. We worked to identify and support students with fewer opportunities, including those with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or socio-economic barriers. In close cooperation with our diversity office, we strengthened outreach, ensured personalized support, and safeguarded dignity and confidentiality in all procedures. Top-up funding opportunities were clearly communicated and administratively supported. Increase focus on traineeship mobility We aimed to respond to growing student interest in practical experience by promoting Erasmus+ traineeships. Targeted information sessions and improved internal procedures helped expand participation. As a result, traineeship mobility grew significantly, and this area continues to be a strategic priority. Reinforce staff mobility We recognized the importance of staff mobility for both individual development and institutional growth. Our aim was to encourage both teaching and training mobilities, particularly with partner institutions in the European University Alliance CIVICA. Internal promotion of these opportunities led to renewed engagement, especially in staff training mobility. Advance digitalization Aligned with the digital transition priority, we committed to modernizing our mobility management processes. This included the use of Online Learning Agreements, electronic documentation, and digital workflows to improve transparency, efficiency, and user experience. Key internal processes were reviewed and digitalized to reduce administrative burden. Support the green transition We promoted sustainable mobility practices by encouraging low-emission travel and supporting the use of the green travel top-up. Environmental awareness was also embedded in pre-departure sessions, with practical tips on how participants could reduce their carbon footprint during mobility. Enhance civic and European engagement We aimed to promote Erasmus+ as not just an academic or professional opportunity, but also a civic one. We worked to deepen participants’ awareness of European values and the role of international mobility in fostering democratic participation, especially through pre-departure and re-entry events and collaborations with student groups and civic initiatives. Strengthen the international dimension We strategically supported outbound mobilities beyond Europe by allocating part of the budget to international mobility. These included Erasmus Mundus students, regular Master’s students, and staff sent to strategic partners outside program countries, such as the UK and Switzerland. These partnerships, often built through long-standing collaborations, contributed to both academic innovation and institutional visibility on a global scale. Stabilize and professionalize Erasmus+ operations Following a period of restructuring, we aimed to stabilize and strengthen the Erasmus+ Office. This included recruiting additional staff, defining clearer roles, and improving coordination across departments. These changes have led to more professional, timely, and tailored support for participants and partners. By pursuing these goals, we aimed to ensure that Erasmus+ mobility at CEU remained accessible, inclusive, impactful, and fully aligned with our institutional strategy and European education priorities.