In a fast-moving, demanding and technology-based world, young people lost their contact with themselves, with each other and nature. During this youth exchange “The power of eARTh”, we created a safe learning space where young people like us had the opportunity to self-reflect, reconnect with nature, explore their creative potential, feel accepted, listened, appreciated and be inspired to create a healthier and more sustainable living. OBJECTIVES · We created of a safe space that inspired inner dialogue, self-reflection and sharing. · We raised participants’ appreciation and sense of connection with nature. · Developed the emotional literacy and reduced stress and lack of concentration through body-awareness and mindfulness practices. · Inspired participants to explore their creative potentials and use art as a tool for self-discovery. · Motivated participants into discovering their inner potentials and values in order to increase their sense of purpose, meaning and belonging. · Brought awareness through connection with body, mind and emotions. · Encouraged participants to find ways to use technology in a purposeful way. · Encouraged a tolerant, supportive attitude between participants. · Promoted the sharing of ideas in an intercultural, inclusive space. The objectives of this project met the goals of Erasmus+, promoting cultural diversity, non-formal education, solidarity, gender balance, sustainability and tolerance.
In a fast-moving, demanding and technology-based world, young people lost their contact with themselves, with each other and nature. During this youth exchange “The power of eARTh”, we want to create a safe learning space where young people like us can have the opportunity to self-reflect, reconnect with nature, explore their creative potential, feel accepted, listened, appreciated and be inspired to create a healthier and more sustainable living. OBJECTIVES · Create a safe space that inspires inner dialogue, self-reflection and sharing · Rise participants’ appreciation and sense of connection with nature · Develop emotional literacy and reduce stress and lack of concentration through body-awareness and mindfulness practices · Inspire participants to explore their creative potentials and use art as a tool for self-discovery · Motivate participants into discovering their inner potentials and values in order to increase their sense of purpose, meaning and belonging · Bring awareness towards the connection between body, mind and emotions · Encourage participants to find ways to use technology in a purposeful way · Promote the sharing of ideas in an intercultural, inclusive space · Encourage a tolerant, supportive attitude between participants The objectives of this project meet the goals of Erasmus+, promoting cultural diversity, non-formal education, solidarity, gender balance, sustainability and tolerance.