Title: Who is your community? Who can help and support you?
Course: Is Going Abroad Accessible to Everyone?

Identify your community? Who can help you to get the information relevant to your situation? Connect with them!

After completing this content you will be able to talk through your situation and further explore the possible solutions or resources.

First identify the people or groups that you may need to speak with to help you to access the information you need. Then, connect with them using some of the suggestions below. You may also find other options for connecting with them depending on your institution or situation.

Then, you can complete the list exercise below to help you record the information you have learned, and any actions you need to do before or during your mobility. This will take you about 15 minutes. Remember, the amount of time needed to make contacts and have the necessary conversations will vary depending on your needs.

1. Identify your community and how it can help!

- Family / friends
- Previous exchange students
- International Office in your HEI
- Study adviser
- Disability support office in your HEI
- Designated study association / student associations (such as Erasmus Student Network, Students' Union)
- Focus or interest groups at your university or in your city / region / country
- National and/or local associations that focus on your issue
- Other resources that are available to you
2. Connect with your community

- Talk to your family about finances and other supports
- Go along to ESN / other student events
- Visit your International Office - they have sent students abroad with many concerns and needs

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