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The winners of the 2025 edition

 

The 13th edition of “Il Tuo Erasmus con ESN” has officially come to an end.

The contest aims to support the international mobility of deserving university students, awarding the top ten positions with financial contributions: the first prize, worth €1000, funded by Erasmus Student Network Italy, and the other nine, worth €500 each, funded by our partners and sponsors: ANDISU, Consiglio Nazionale Giovani, and WeAreFreeMovers.

More than 900 participants from universities and training institutions all over Italy took part in the official test on 7 July: the writing of a short essay on the topic “Sustainable mobility: a European value that begins with your experience”.
The essays were then evaluated by three committees: a local one formed by the volunteers of ESN Italy’s Sections, a national one composed of ESN Italy volunteers appointed by the Board of ESN Italy, and finally, an external committee including distinguished personalities such as:
Andrea Pellini – Co-Founder & CEO WeAreFreeMovers,
Gaia Figini – Content reviewer & editor Transiti – Psicologia d’Espatrio,
Maria Cristina Pisani – President of the National Youth Council,
Margherita Maiani – Secretary General PlasticFree,
Susanna Rosin – Administrative & Project Officer GaragErasmus,
Roberta Piano – ANDISU (National Association of Organisations for the Right to University Education).

For the 2025 edition, the winners are:

1. Trinchero Martino – Politecnico di Torino – ESN Torino

2. Greco Matteo – University of Calabria – ESN Cosenza

3. Meneghello Ilaria – Roma Tre University – ESN Roma Tre

4. Bellomo Francesco Maria – University of Catania – ESN Catania

5. Scarimbolo Carlotta – University of Milano-Bicocca – ESN Milano-Bicocca

6. Morelli Simone – University of Siena – ESN Siena GES

7. Partelli Gabriele – University of Trento – ESN Trento

8. Margutti Naturelle – IULM University of Milan – ESN Milano IULM

9. Cannone Nicolò Eliot – University of Salento – ESN Lecce

10. Francescon Chiara – University of Brescia – ESN Brescia

We would like to thank ANDISU, Consiglio Nazionale Giovani and WeAreFreeMovers for supporting this project, and every member of the first, second and third-level Committees who made this edition of ITECE possible. Congratulations to all the winners and to everyone who took part – we wish you a wonderful Erasmus!

Please note: The publication of the ranking in the forms indicated serves as official notification for all participants. No personal communication will be sent to participants.

 

I vincitori dell’edizione 2025

 

La XIII edizione de “Il Tuo Erasmus con ESN” è ufficialmente terminata.
 

Il contest si pone l’obiettivo di favorire la mobilità all’estero di studenti e studentesse universitari/e meritevoli, premiando le prime dieci posizioni con altrettanti contributi economici, di cui il primo, da 1000€, è finanziato da Erasmus Student Network Italia, gli altri da 500€ sono stati finanziati dai nostri partners e sponsor: ANDISU, Consiglio Nazionale  Giovani, WeAreFreeMovers.

Sono stati oltre 900 i partecipanti provenienti da atenei ed enti di formazione di tutta Italia che, il 7 luglio, hanno preso parte alla prova ufficiale: la scrittura di un saggio breve sul tema: “Mobilità sostenibile: un valore europeo che inizia dalla tua esperienza”

Gli elaborati sono stati poi corretti da tre commissioni, una locale formata dai volontari e dalle volontarie delle Sezioni di ESN Italia, una nazionale composta dai volontari di ESN Italia scelti dal Consiglio Direttivo di ESN Italia e, infine, una terza commissione esterna composta da personalità di spicco, quali: Andrea Pellini - Co-Founder & CEO wearefreemovers, Gaia Figini - Content reviewer & editor Transiti - Psicologia d'Espatrio, Maria Cristina Pisani - Presidente del Consiglio Nazionale dei Giovani, Margherita Maiani - Segretaria Generale PlasticFree, Susanna Rosin - Administrative & Project Officer GaragErasmus, Roberta Piano - ANDISU Associazione Nazionale degli Organismi per il Diritto allo Studio Universitario.

Per l'edizione 2025 le persone vincitrici sono:
1. Trinchero Martino - Politecnico Di Torino - ESN Torino

2. Greco Matteo - Università della Calabria - ESN Cosenza

3. Meneghello Ilaria - Università Degli Studi Roma Tre - ESN Roma Tre

4. Bellomo Francesco Maria - Università Degli Studi Di Catania - ESN Catania

5. Scarimbolo Carlotta - Università degli Studi di Milano Bicocca -  ESN Milano-Bicocca

6. Morelli Simone - Università degli Studi di Siena - ESN Siena GES

7. Partelli Gabriele - Università Degli Studi Di Trento - ESN Trento

8. Margutti Naturelle - Libera Università Di Lingue e Comunicazione - ESN Milano IULM

9. Cannone Nicolò Eliot - Università del Salento - ESN Lecce

10. Francescon Chiara - Università degli Studi di Brescia - ESN Brescia

Un ringraziamento a ANDISU, Consiglio Nazionale Giovani e WeAreFreeMovers per aver sposato questo nostro progetto, a ogni membro delle Commissioni di I, II e III livello che hanno reso possibile questa edizione di ITECE e congratulazioni ai vincitori, alla vincitrice e a tutti/e coloro che hanno partecipato, vi auguriamo un buon Erasmus!

NOTA BENE: La pubblicazione della graduatoria nelle forme indicate ha valore di notifica per tutti gli interessati. Nessuna comunicazione personale sarà inviata ai partecipanti.

 

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Friday, 8 August, 2025 - 15:44

When "Social Impact Days" comes around, it’s always an exciting time for renewed inclusivity and collaboration between people of all ages and backgrounds within each Erasmus community.

This year, between the 8th and 15th of May, international students, members of local communities, and ESN Sections from across 40 countries came together to take part in unique Erasmus-led events promoting a wide range of causes, including Education and Youth, Environment and Sustainability, and Health and Well-Being, among others. More than just a celebration, the event also offered students the opportunity to meaningfully acknowledge their host communities and give something back in return.

Six ESN Sections from Italy, Türkiye and Portugal have been crowned champions of "Activity in the Spotlight" for their outstanding contributions to the first Social Impact Days 2025. Each month, the ESN Section that creates the most impactful event is recognised as the "Activity in the Spotlight". However, for this Spring Edition and the first Social Impact Days event of the year, six ESN sections (out of over 400) that made outstanding contributions were selected as official winners.

To celebrate their achievements, we are excited to formally introduce you to them and highlight all of their incredible work with the hope of inspiring continued creativity and engagement across local communities for the upcoming Social Impact Days this winter!

Here are the stories behind the six official winners:

ESN AURE Camerino, Italy

On 9th of May, volunteers and students from ESN AURE Camerino came together with institutional representatives and members of the local community to attend the annual Festa dell’Europa (Europe Day). With support from EUROPE DIRECT and Unione Montana Marca di Camerino, the 2025 edition featured interactive discussions, Erasmus+ testimonials, and a strong call to action from the Vice-President of ESN AURE Camerino, urging young people to embrace their roles as active European citizens.

The event also benefited from the enthusiastic participation of ESN Ancona, the organisers of the recent Erasmus Generation Meeting, who emphasised the power of grassroots initiatives in shaping a united, youth-driven Europe.

A particularly moving contribution that encapsulated the essence of the event came from representatives of the European Commission, whose speech underlined the importance of a shared European vision for the future, one that respects and preserves the unique identity of each nation. 

ESN AURE Camerino in this year’s Festa dell’Europa, raising awareness about EU opportunities in education, mobility, and citizenship.

ESN Selçuk, Türkiye

As part of Green Week 2025, ESN Selçuk delivered a two-day educational programme highlighting the importance of environmental sustainability and the circular economy. The event featured a range of interactive activities, including the Green Quiz Challenge, Zero Waste Practices talk, and Compost Production session, to name just a few.

The event inspired creativity on topics such as recycling, efficient resource use, and circular design. During the Compost Production session, participants learned how to transform organic waste into compost, while the Zero Waste Practices talk offered practical tips on reducing waste and making sustainable lifestyle changes. In the Paint It Green activity, attendees decorated eco-friendly tote bags combining creativity with environmental awareness in a fun, hands-on way.

The Erasmus Institutional Coordination Office praised the initiative, stating: “This meaningful experience raised our awareness and motivated us to take further steps towards a greener future, reminding us that creating a sustainable society begins with each of us.”

 ESN Selçuk, at Green Week, fostering collaboration between community members to create environmentally friendly solutions.

ESN Trento, Italy

For this spring’s Social Impact Days, ESN Trento hosted an Inequalities and Labour Market discussion round, inviting international students to share their views on the current state of the European labour market. Contemporary digital tools such as Mentimeter were used to create an inclusive environment where participants could easily exchange ideas.

Key issues related to labour market structure, power dynamics, international mobility, job opportunities, and soft skills were explored in depth. The session helped participants gain a broader understanding of employability and skills at the European level. 

Participants discussing the importance of International Mobility at the ‘Inequalities and Labour Market discussion round’, held by ESN Trento.

ESN Lisboa, Portugal

The Mouraria Tour by Migrants was a guided tour of Mouraria, a historically marginalised neighbourhood in Lisbon often subject to prejudice, led by a migrant tour guide. Organised in partnership with the associations Renovar a Mouraria and Cozinha Popular da Mouraria, the event showcased the richness, history, and challenges of the immigrant experience in Portugal.

Participants saw Mouraria through the eyes of someone who arrived in Portugal only a few years ago. Organiser Laura Martins reflected on the event's impact: “It was dynamic, surprising, and a unique experience to visit Lisbon as it is. After the tour, we enjoyed a delicious community lunch organised by a collective of migrants sharing their culture through food. The whole event was remarkable and eye-opening for everyone involved.”

ESN TEDU, Türkiye

To promote student health and wellbeing, ESN TEDU held a Mental Health Awareness Event, creating an interactive safe space where participants could reflect on their wellbeing practices. A communal Wellbeing Wall invited students to write one thing they do to care for their mental health and share it with others.

This activity encouraged reflection and normalised conversations about mental health, showing that it is a shared concern we all address in different ways. It also helped foster a sense of community, offering peer support in a casual, non-intrusive way.

At a time when many students face stress and isolation, even small-scale events like this help build more inclusive, understanding, and emotionally supportive university environments.

 The outcome of the participants’ reflection on what keeps them well in life.

ESN Messina, Italy

On 7th May, ESN Messina members hosted an inclusive discussion event with Italian TV personality and social advocate Luca Abete, titled #NonCiFermaNessuno (“Nobody is Alone”). The event encouraged participants to share personal experiences with issues such as anxiety, self-doubt, motivation, and finding purpose.

Eight interactive segments allowed university students to take the floor, openly sharing challenges from their academic or personal lives, helping to dismantle the stigma surrounding vulnerability and failure. The 2025 event’s central message, that loneliness often stems from a lack of genuine connection, rather than the absence of people, resonated strongly in today’s digital world, where deeper human bonds can be overshadowed by virtual interactions.

Marianne, a French Erasmus student who spoke at the event, described its impact: “The meeting with Luca Abete was a burst of energy and inspiration, a true invitation to believe in yourself and never give up. A powerful message that goes straight to the heart and leaves a lasting impact.” 

ESN Messina with Luca Abete, promoting social inclusion at the open dialogue event ‘#NonCiFermaNessuno’.

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all the ESN sections, organisers, and participants who made this edition of Social Impact Days so impactful and memorable. Once again, it demonstrates the positive impact international students can have in strengthening the bond between their host communities and wider society. Bring on Social Impact Days – Autumn 2025!