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Canary Islands Extend and Modify Educational Exchange Scholarships with France

Published: August 12, 2025|education|Gobierno de Canarias

Canary Islands Extends Educational Exchange Cooperation with Disa Foundation

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially extended its cooperation with the Disa Foundation for educational exchange scholarships with France until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. This agreement aims to facilitate student mobility between local schools and French institutions within the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, Limoges, Strasbourg, and Occitanie regions.

Financial Details

  • The extension is valued at 35,000 euros.
  • Reflects successful partnerships during previous academic years.
  • Highlights the region's commitment to international educational programs.

Administrative Change

  • A new arrangement simplifies scholarship payments.
  • All funds are transferred directly to a single local education center (CEP) in La Laguna.
  • The CEP disburses the scholarships to students, easing administrative burdens.

Strategic Focus

This initiative underscores how regional authorities are investing in cross-border exchanges to boost language skills, cultural understanding, and global citizenship—a priority in Spanish education policy.

  • Emphasizes making international mobility accessible and efficient for students.
  • Aims to prepare students for a more connected future.
  • Ensures transparent and accountable operations.
  • Dispute resolution handled through regular channels.

Conclusion

Overall, this cooperation demonstrates the Canary Islands’ proactive approach to fostering international education, offering local students valuable global experiences that prepare them for a more connected world.