Last October the #Erasmus+ project VIATICUM 2 took off with its first partners’ meeting in Rome.
Viaticum 2 aims to empowering volunteer rescuers to save lives, protect communities, and face emergencies with confidence across Europe.
As climate change, natural disasters, and complex crises become more frequent, volunteers are often the first on the scene. VIATICUM 2 responds to this reality by strengthening emergency response skills, boosting preparedness, and fostering strong cross-border cooperation among European civil protection organizations.
Building on the success of the original VIATICUM project, VIATICUM 2 delivers:
📘 An expanded European Volunteer Rescuers Manual with five new specialized chapters
🧭 A practical Pocket Rescue Manual for fast, on-the-field decision-making
🕶️ Virtual Reality training for immersive Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) scenarios
🤝 Hands-on simulations, digital learning tools, and shared European best practices
The project targets volunteer rescuers, first responders, civil protection organisations, trainers, and adult learners, while also engaging local communities through awareness and prevention activities. By combining real-life experience, innovation, and European cooperation, VIATICUM 2 strengthens a culture of preparedness, enhances volunteer competences, and contributes to a safer, more resilient Europe – fully aligned with EU priorities on civil protection, digital innovation, skills development, and lifelong learning.
VIATICUM 2 takes off! Volunteers In Action To Improve Competences Under Mission