Pubblicato il 19/05/2026

Mariann, a European Solidarity Corps (ESC) volunteer at our association, successfully combined her passion for solidarity with her background in finance to create a unique personal finance masterclass. As the IGNet network, we believe that active and conscious citizenship also means empowering young people to manage and organise their own financial independence, providing them with the concrete tools needed to take control of their future.

The workshop was designed for peers: young people and students navigating life on a budget, whether they are currently on an Erasmus+ mobility or starting their independent paths. During the masterclass, we explored essential topics for economic autonomy:

• effective saving strategies and daily budgeting techniques
• a clear, accessible introduction to the world of ethical and low risk investments
• practical tips to define personal financial goals and monitor them over time.

Mariann led the session by putting her expertise at the service of the community, she holds a degree in Business Administration, served as a board member of her university’s Investment Club for three years, and has been actively investing since 2022. The event was further enriched by the support of a local international Erasmus student association, which helped connect the initiative even more deeply with the youth community.

Strengthening equality, rights and active citizenship across Europe is at the heart of our work, in the framework of the CERV programme (Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values). Fostering financial literacy and autonomy among young people is a strategic step towards building a more resilient, equal and self reliant society. We are proud to support our volunteers’ personal projects, transforming European volunteering into a powerful resource for shared growth.

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