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Nature Within Me

2022-1-SI02-KA152-YOU-0000661202022Mobility of young peoplefinalizedGood practice
Countries: SI|HU|ES|IT · Grant: €27,778
Physical and mental health, well-beingGreen skillsEnvironment and climate change

Objectives

Nature Within Me was born from the desire and initiative of young participants to gain in-depth knowledge of themselves and our connection with nature. Partners involved in this project share a common vision of educating young people about a healthy lifestyle, raise concerns about sustainability, encourage creative sharing, inclusive coexistence and cooperation with fellow human beings as well as nature. We equip young people with knowledge and skills that help them adopt a positive attitude towards themselves and their environment, as well as create a fair and environmentally responsible society for the future. Concern for nature and the environment was woven into the project at all levels, as we care deeply about our beautiful planet. We have been exploring and sharing different ways how to make life more sustainable and critically reflected on awareness and conservation of natural resources. We have also touched upon global environmental challenges. The main goals of the project were: 1. to develop personal, social, emotional and creative skills of young people, thereby promoting their physical and mental health and well-being 2. to contribute to sustainable development - young people did share and learn about concrete, practical solutions to live more sustainably (in ecological and social terms). The project has been carried out in the European Year of Youth and was in line with its objectives: it drew from young people's inspiration, visions and ideas, involved young people with fewer opportunities and encouraged them to contribute to a positive change in sustainability and environmental protection. It supported their personal, social and possibly even professional development and was focused on establishing a green transition. Through it, we have developed and strengthened many key skills (deep listening, group dynamics, collective intelligence, use of art media, mindfulness, resilience, non-violent communication…) and learnt to build healthy, genuine, inclusive and sustainable relationships. Nature Within Me has strengthened our common awareness and respect for Mother Earth and promoted a more responsible and sustainable management of its resources. We have been repositioning our (human) place in the net of life, not based on superiority and exploitation, but placing us in the role of grateful guardians of the Earth and re-building a sense of deep connection with nature and all its living beings. Participation in the project has strengthened European values and led us to a curious and open acceptance of our mutual diversity, fostered intercultural dialogue and learning, and strengthened a sense of belonging to Europe.

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