Our primary objective was to create innovative, practical tools to improve risk management in Erasmus+ youth exchanges. We aimed to develop resources that would help youth workers anticipate and handle health-related risks and project management challenges more effectively. Ultimately, we wanted to make youth exchanges safer for both participants and organizers, thereby raising the overall quality of youth work within the Erasmus+ program.
We applied for this project to address the significant gap in practical risk management resources for Erasmus+ youth mobility projects. Our experience with youth exchanges revealed that, while safety is a priority, there are not enough accessible, interactive tools available to help youth workers manage risks effectively. The existing materials are often long, text-heavy, and not engaging, making it difficult for newcomers to prepare adequately for potential challenges. By developing this project, we aimed to create practical, user-friendly tools that would enhance the safety and quality of youth exchanges.