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Your Voice, Your Choice

2022-1-CY02-KA153-YOU-0000579202022Mobility of youth workersfinalized
Countries: CY|MT|EL|HU|PL|RO|EE · Grant: €32,505
Digital literacy, Information, constructive dialogue, fakenewsDemocracy and inclusive democratic participationAwareness about the European Union

Objectives

The project aimed to address the issue of youth absenteeism and passivity in politics and promote active citizenship, socio-political participation, and voting. The objectives of the project, which were set to achieve this main aim, were as follows: Raised awareness about the importance of participating in (local, regional, national, European) elections: The project aimed to inform young people about the significance of taking part in various elections and exercising their right to vote. Sensitized youth workers about the urgency of active citizenship: The project targeted the youth workers involved, educating them about the importance of active citizenship, why it was necessary, and how they could engage young people in these efforts. Provided young workers with appropriate knowledge of the democracy and policies of the European Union: The project focused on educating the youth workers about the functioning of the European Union's democracy and policies. Created means for young people to participate: The project established avenues for young people to actively participate in discussions and decision-making processes, particularly in an international setting. Helped participants to increase their social responsibility: The project aimed to foster a sense of social responsibility among the participants. Involved young people in discussions and decision-making in an international environment: The project emphasized the involvement of young people in international discussions and decision-making, enhancing their global perspective and engagement. Taught youth workers about active citizenship and allowed them to pass on their knowledge: The project educated the youth workers about active citizenship so that they could effectively transmit this knowledge to the young people they worked with. Enhanced youth workers' social, creative, and linguistic skills: The project aimed to improve the social, creative, and linguistic abilities of the youth workers involved. By accomplishing these objectives, the project succeeded in making a significant impact on the participants, the young individuals they worked with, NGOs, and the broader international community. Ultimately, the project contributed to reducing youth passivity in politics and upholding democratic values and active citizenship.

Project partners (7)