TDM 2000 International

What TDM 2000 International does

TDM 2000 International (Associazione TDM 2000 International) is a non-profit NGO founded in 2008 and headquartered in Quartu Sant'Elena (Cagliari), Sardinia, Italy. It operates as a network coordinator connecting 28 partner youth organisations across 22 European countries, with the stated mission of promoting active citizenship, youth empowerment, solidarity, and international cooperation. The organisation's primary beneficiaries are young people aged 15–35 and the local youth NGOs that serve them; its primary funders are the European Union (Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, European Parliament grants), Fondazione di Sardegna, and Regione Autonoma della Sardegna. Customary revenue is grant-based and project-based rather than transactional.

The organisation's core technology surface consists of three digital platforms: an E-Learning Platform delivering soft-skills modules (Cultural Intelligence, Creativity, Leadership, Workplace Skills, Personal Development), a Digital Library aggregating 100+ training tools and research resources for youth workers, and a Youth Dialogue Platform (youthdialogue.eu) facilitating structured conversations between young people and institutions. Beyond these technology assets, the substantive operating model is a portfolio of Erasmus+ and European Parliament-funded projects — including Youth Match Point, YOUTH WORK SEAL, Youth-CARE, ABCDemocracy, EU4Sardinia, Changemakers for European Democracy, Green Sport, Creating EU Villages, CEMforSMEs, Giovani all'Ascolto, and SUSTAINYOUTH — each typically running 18–24 months as multi-country consortia. Distribution is delivered through 28 partner organisations acting as local implementation channels across Europe, supplemented by self-serve digital access to the E-Learning Platform and Digital Library.

The business model is non-commercial: services are provided free to youth participants, with full programme costs (travel, accommodation, activities) covered by EU and regional grants. The organisation holds Associate Membership in the European Youth Forum and is a founding member of CASMI (Comitato Sardo delle Associazioni per la Mobilità Internazionale), which provides institutional credibility and policy access. Headcount is small (5 employees), operations are lean, and the organisation executes through a multi-country consortium model rather than direct hires in each country.

Name

TDM 2000 International

Legal name

Associazione TDM 2000 International

Website

https://tdm2000international.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TDM 2000 International is an Italian non-profit NGO founded in 2008 that coordinates a network of 28 youth organisations across 22 European countries, delivering EU-funded youth empowerment, non-formal education, and civic participation programmes through Erasmus+ and European Parliament grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Institutional Capacity Building & Training (Workforce/Systems Strengthening) (BPADAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Program & Project Implementation (TA Delivery) (BPADAEAA), Education Systems & Skills Technical Assistance (BPADAEAI), Education, Skills & Workforce Development Aid Programs (BPADABAE)

Keywords

• Youth empowerment programs
• Non-formal education
• Erasmus plus project management
• International youth mobility
• Civil society capacity building

Headquarters

HQ city

Quartu S E (Cagliari)

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. EU Funding (European Union): Primary funding source through Erasmus+ programme, European Solidarity Corps, and European Parliament grants. The organisation receives direct funding from EU institutions for youth projects and civil society cooperation.
2. Regional Government Grants: Funding from Fondazione di Sardegna and Regione Autonoma della Sardegna (Autonomous Region of Sardinia) for youth empowerment and international mobility initiatives in Sardinia.
3. Operating Grants: Annual operating grants from EU Civil Society Cooperation programme to support network operations and youth work capacity building across member organisations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

TDM 2000 International is a European non-profit NGO that connects 28 youth organisations across 22 countries and delivers youth empowerment, non-formal education, and international mobility programmes funded primarily through Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps and European Parliament grants. Its deliverables include international training courses, capacity-building events, multiplier events, and two self-serve digital assets — an E-Learning Platform covering soft skills (Leadership, Cultural Intelligence, Creativity, Communication, Critical thinking, Time management, Teamwork) and a Digital Library of 100+ research papers, toolkits and training resources. Since 2008 it has launched 60+ projects in active citizenship, democratic participation, environmental awareness, mental health and circular economy skills.

Product overview

TDM 2000 International is a European NGO offering a portfolio of youth empowerment programs and educational resources. Its core offerings include an E-Learning Platform providing soft skills training (Leadership, Communication, Creativity, Cultural Intelligence, Personal Development, Workplace Skills, Time Management, Teamwork, Decision Making, Motivation, Self-confidence) and a Digital Library containing training tools and research materials. The organization manages multiple international projects under Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and European Parliament funding, including Youth Match Point (civic participation platform with mentorship), YOUTH WORK SEAL (youth work recognition), P2P (sport-based youth empowerment), Giovani all'Ascolto (mental health support), Youth-CARE (environmental education), ABCDemocracy (political literacy toolkit), EU4Sardinia (democratic education), Changemakers for European Democracy (voter engagement), Green Sport (environmental awareness), Creating EU Villages (rural youth empowerment), and CEMforSME's (circular economy VET training). The network connects 28 youth organisations across 22 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• E-Learning Platform Self-serve soft-skills e-learning platform providing curated modules on Cultural Intelligence, Creativity, Leadership, Workplace Skills, Personal Development, Critical thinking, Motivation, Self-confidence, Intercultural competences, Time management, Teamwork, Communication, Decision making and Creative thinking, aimed at young people and youth workers.
• Digital Library Open-access curated repository of 100+ training tools, research papers, toolkits and educational resources covering youth engagement, digital education, media literacy, active citizenship, gender, youth work, conflict management, employability, social inclusion, environmental sustainability and human rights.
• Network Membership Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 60+ projects launched since 2008
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

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No

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App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• European Youth ForumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTDM 2000 International holds Associate Membership status in the European Youth Forum, contributing to the development of youth policy at both local and European levels. This membership provides access to EU youth policy networks and enables participation in pan-European youth advocacy.
• CASMI (Comitato Sardo delle Associazioni per la Mobilità Internazionale)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of the Sardinian Committee of Organisations for International Mobility. CASMI coordinates youth mobility initiatives in Sardinia and contributes to international cooperation efforts in the region.
• Higher Incubator Giving growth and sustainability (HIIGS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreek partner in Youth Match Point project, contributing to youth civic participation and mentorship initiatives.
• YASAR UNIVERSITYminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTurkish university partner in Youth Match Point project, providing academic expertise for youth mentorship and civic engagement programmes.
• KDRIÜ Közép-dunántúli Regionális Innovációs Ügynökség Nonprofit Kft.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHungarian regional innovation agency partner in Youth Match Point, contributing to youth resource allocation and civic participation initiatives.
• SDRUZHENIE BADESHTETO SEGAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBulgarian partner organisation in Youth Match Point project, facilitating youth engagement in civic matters.
• Asociacion XeracionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish partner in Youth Match Point project, contributing to youth participation and civic engagement activities.
• Active Zone OutdoorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCyprus-based outdoor activity organisation. Partner in Green Sport project and Changemakers for European Democracy. Specialises in green sports and outdoor activities for environmental awareness.
• Conexão Jovem AssociaçãominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese youth organisation partner in Green Sport and multiple Erasmus+ projects, focusing on environmental awareness and youth engagement.
• Asociatia Scout SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRomanian partner in Green Sport project, contributing to outdoor activities and environmental education initiatives.
• TDM 2000 MaltacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMaltese member organisation of the TDM 2000 International network. Active in Youth Work Seal project and other Erasmus+ initiatives. Represents the network in Malta.
• Európai Ifjúsága Egyesület (Youth of Europe Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHungarian youth organisation partner in Youth Work Seal project, contributing to youth work recognition and active participation initiatives.
• TDM 2000 EesticoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstonian member organisation of the TDM 2000 International network. Partner in Changemakers for European Democracy project.
• Global Citizen AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLithuanian partner in Changemakers for European Democracy project, focusing on political community development and active citizenship.
• TDM PortugalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPortuguese member organisation of the TDM 2000 International network. Partner in Changemakers project and multiple Erasmus+ initiatives.
• SIEDASminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSlovak partner in Changemakers for European Democracy project, contributing to civil society engagement and democratic participation.
• Asociación Moviéndote por la Integración y la Participación CiudadanaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish partner in ABCDemocracy project, focusing on democratic knowledge enhancement for vulnerable youth in Spain.
• Citizens in PowerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCyprus-based partner in ABCDemocracy project, contributing to political literacy education for young vulnerable people.
• Austrian Association for Cultural RelationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustrian partner in Creating EU Villages project, working to bring European opportunities to rural areas.
• The International Alliance for Cultural RelationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHungarian partner in Creating EU Villages project, contributing to rural youth empowerment initiatives.
• Beyond Barriers AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlbanian consortium leader for Youth-CARE project. Leads environmental education initiatives for disadvantaged youth in areas with natural resources.
• ATHENS NETWORK OF COLLABORATING EXPERTS ASTIKI EminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreek partner in Youth-CARE project, contributing to environmental education and youth capacity building.
• THE DOORminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlbanian partner in Youth-CARE project, focusing on environmental awareness for youth in disadvantaged areas.
• MONTENEGRIN ECOLOGISTS SOCIETYminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMontenegro partner in Youth-CARE project, contributing to environmental education and ecological preservation initiatives.
• LOBAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese coordinating organisation for CEMforSMEs project, leading circular economy skills development for SME managers in the agri-food sector.
• SYAJ - ASSOCIACAO JUVENIL SYNERGIAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese youth organisation partner in CEMforSMEs project, contributing to VET skills development.
• MARKEUT SKILLS SOCIEDAD LIMITADAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish partner in CEMforSMEs project, contributing to circular economy competency development.
• A.B. INSTITUTE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT LTDminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCyprus-based partner in CEMforSMEs project, contributing to entrepreneurship development and circular economy training.
• CANDIDE INTERNATIONALminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBelgian partner in CEMforSMEs project, contributing to international VET collaboration.
• PROGRESSUS RESEARCH & COUNSELLINGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreek partner in CEMforSMEs project, contributing to research and counselling for circular economy transition.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SALTO Youth: EU SALTO resource centres delivering youth-work training, mobility tools, and EU funding-readiness support across Europe. Mirrors TDM 2000 International's role of connecting youth organisations with capacity-building resources and Erasmus+ opportunities.
• European Youth Forum: Brussels-based umbrella of national youth councils and international NGOs (of which TDM 2000 International is an Associate Member). Both operate pan-European youth-policy advocacy and represent member organisations to EU institutions.
• AEGEE-Europe (European Students' Forum): Pan-European student/youth network with members across 40+ countries delivering Erasmus+ projects, non-formal education, and EU-policy advocacy — directly comparable in mission, network model, and EU-funding dependence.
• Eurodesk: EU-funded European youth-information network that mobilises young people around European mobility programmes (Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps). Comparable pan-European delivery network and EU-grant dependency.
• ERYICA (European Youth Information and Counselling Agency): European federation of national youth-information services delivering youth work, training, and capacity building across European countries. Operates the same EU-grant-funded, network-coordinator model as TDM 2000 International.
• European Confederation of Youth Clubs (ECYC): Brussels-based umbrella of national youth-club federations delivering youth-work capacity building and Erasmus+ multi-country projects. Directly comparable network-membership, EU-policy advocacy, and grant-coordination model.
• YES Forum: European association of youth-employment organisations working on labour-market integration, VET, and youth-work policy at EU level. Comparable in running multi-country Erasmus+ projects and operating as a consortium coordinator for youth capacity-building programmes.
• Europe Goes Local: EU-funded partnership programme strengthening local-level youth work across European municipalities. Comparable peer given focus on local-youth-work capacity building, multi-country EU project delivery, and Erasmus+ funding reliance.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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