ESN Belgrade

I got introduced to ESN BelUPgrade during my second year living here. They are a non-profit international student organisation, whose mission is to represent international students in Belgrade

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ESN stands for Erasmus Student Network and it is the biggest student association in Europe. It began on October 16, 1989 and legally registered in 1990 for supporting and developing student exchange.

ESN is currently established in more than 430 Higher Education Institutions in 37 countries. The network is constantly developing and expanding. With around 13,500 active members that are, in many sections, supported by a 'buddies system'. Making a total of around 29,000 young people and offering its services to around 180,000 international students every year.
The organization works for the creation of a more flexible education environment by supporting and developing the student exchange from different levels, and providing an intercultural experience also to those students studying locally and are unable to travel.

The main focus of ESN is placed on current exchange students, who often face problems in their new environments. ESN offers help in the academic, social and practical integration process of international students in Belgrade. . This is mainly done through activities in the local sections, which include cultural and social events such as trips to various places within the country, film nights, language projects, international food festivals and last, but not least, parties.