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A new edition of Valenciaphoto® – International Festival of Photography and Debate organized by Espai d’art fotogràfic is taking place in different locations of Valencia from 8 to 5 November 2023.

ESMOVIA, in our commitment with culture and creativity promotion, supports the festival as official sponsor.
ValenciaPhoto® is a project born in 2022 for the annual celebration of a photography festival of the highest level and free of charge for the citizens, where established professionals and young avant-garde artists meet with the aim of making it a European reference in the art of photography.

After the success of the 1st edition, which received more than 20,000 visits, the festival is now ready for its 2nd edition.
The representative motto of this year’s festival is «UTOPIA.EU» in reference to the ideal of a united Europe, as a common space where all nationalities live together in peace.

With the celebration of this festival, the aim is to cooperate in the fusion of different arts through photography as a metaphor of the union of peoples.
ValenciaPhoto® is structured around three main axes:

  • International: Collaboration with artists, festivals, galleries and institutions in different countries. France is the guest country for 2023 edition.
  • Promotion of local photographers: Each edition focuses on one of our local photographers. This year the work of Hector Murgui Luna will be shown to the public in the Municipal Hall of Valencia City Council.
  • Education: Lectures, debates, master classes, guided tours.

During the opening week (8-17th of September), prestigious buildings will open their doors to share culture with you all:

  • La Llotgeta Center Fotográfic. Mediterranean Foundation
  • Municial Hall of Valencia City Council
  • Rector Peset Residence Hall
  • La Nau Cultural Center
  • Espai d’art fotogràfic
  • Pilar Faus Public Library
  • Cervello Palace
  • In Arte Veritas
  • Vaidus Gallery
  • Town Hall Square

Check the official programme and start your cultural tour!
Foto source: https://valenciaphoto.es

On July 10th and 11th, 2023, ESMOVIA and fellow European Partners, Universidad Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (IT), the University of Applied Labour Studies of the Federal Employment Agency HdBA (DE), and Institute of Research and Information on Volunteering IRIV (FR), met for the third Transnational Meeting in Augsburg, Germany, as part of our KA2 Erasmus European Project EMoCC – European Mobility Career Counseling.

EMoCC project is a KA2 Erasmus project that aims at promoting European job mobility by providing adequate training to Career Counselors in the form of 2 different massive open online courses (MOOC).

Leading up to this meeting, each partner was working hard on the development of their assigned units, and we were able to enjoy the fruits of our labor in this meeting, by sharing and celebrating the work we had done, to continue moving forward and improving.

Partners presented the video lessons they had made for our first MOOC, focused on Career Counseling, and technical questions arose and were debated. Information is continued to be collected by partners, to design and organize the video content and the units production. Big advancements were made, and a plan was set for the next steps moving forward.

On the other hand, partners obtained clarity on our second massive open online course of our project. A proposal was made and accepted by all partners, with clear intentions of the work distribution load for this second MOOC, which is focused on European job mobility.

A final part of the meeting was dedicated to show the progress in the dissemination strategy. Getting to know the project will be essential in the next steps when MOOC’s will be ready and will have to be tested by externals.

The city of Augsburg was a beautiful place to hold this meeting, with a lot of history to learn and celebrate. We are quite happy to be moving forward in the construction phase, and the next update we give will be the launch of our pilot MOOC for Career Counseling!! Make sure to stay up to date so you can be one of the first to take the course when it’s ready.

More information on EMoCC project can be found at https://emocc.eu.

As an Erasmus exchange student undertaking your internship in Valencia with ESMOVIA, you are undoubtedly seeking enriching experiences that blend mobility, fun, and learning. Amidst Valencia’s many cultural events, one spectacle stands out – La Batalla de Flors, a vibrant summer celebration during the Gran Fira de Julio.

Embracing the Colours of Valencia’s Batalla de Flors

The Gran Fira de Julio, celebrated throughout July, is a summer celebration of a traditional festival that infuses Valencia with a joyful atmosphere. The streets come alive with music, dance, and many cultural events. Amidst this celebratory ambience, the Batalla de Flors takes centre stage on the last Sunday of July and is the crowning jewel of the Gran Fira de Julio. Imagine decorated carriages and floats adorned with fresh flowers parading through the streets, accompanied by the joyful laughter and cheers of the locals and visitors.

The Erasmus Experience: Mobility and Fun by Learning

Participating in the Batalla de Flors is not just about observing the spectacle from the sidelines – moreover, you are an active participant in this centuries-old tradition. Catching and throwing flowers with the locals and other participants is a fun experience you can have in the heart of the city. And to really feel the Valencian culture and enrich your Erasmus experience with a cultural exchange.

A Floral Feast for the Senses

Prepare to have your senses indulged at the Batalla de Flors. The vivid colours of the floral arrangements, the sweet scent of fresh blossoms, and the lively cheers of the crowd create an unforgettable sensory experience – You will have the best memories of your internship abroad! And as you capture these moments with your phone, you will have a lovely gallery of joy you can take back home.

For an Erasmus intern with ESMOVIA, taking part of Valencia’s Batalla de Flors is learning through cultural exchange – where you gain insights into the local customs, traditions, and values. You will learn, grow, and connect with people from diverse backgrounds. It is a true celebration of unity, where you can feel the warmth and hospitality of the locals embracing visitors as one big family. The Batalla de Flors is more than just a flower fight – it is a journey of discovery, unity, and personal growth that will enrich your Erasmus adventure in Valencia.

We are happy to announce the launch of our app EsMobile.

What is EsMobile?

EsMobile is the ESMOVIA app for your mobility programme in Valencia. It is addressed to students and teachers doing an internship or training programme with ESMOVIA. With EsMobile you will have all the details of your mobility at the reach of your phone.

Main functionalities of EsMobile are:

  • Fill in the ESMOVIA application form directly from your phone
  • Check main details of your mobility project like project name, dates and ESMOVIA tutor
  • Check main details of your accommodation and host company like name, dates and address.
  • Get directions to your accommodation and your host company
  • Check the calendar with the next appointment with ESMOVIA
  • Easy access to emergency numbers

More than simple data

EsMobile is not only about data. It also provides you with emotional support to guide you through the different steps and what to expect from this experience, creating as well a sense of community. Besides, thanks to EsMobile we will be saving paper consumption to an average of 6.500 prints every year.

EsMobile is available to download from App Store and Play Store. Participants in a mobility programma with ESMOVIA can log-in with their MASYMO credentials.

EsMobile is one more step in ESMOVIA’s bet for a sustainable, efficient and user-friendly digitalization of mobility processes.

EsMobile in action

Want to see EsMobile in action? Watch the full video here: