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From play to action: Sustainability for youth

2022-2-FI01-KA220-YOU-0000999812022Cooperation partnerships in youthfinalizedGood practice
Countries: FI|IT|PL|ES|IE|AT · Grant: €250,000
New learning and teaching methods and approachesEnvironment and climate changeGreen skills

Objectives

The objective of this project was to amplify the reach of high-quality gamified materials on sustainable consumption and circular economy and to raise awareness among young people about sustainability, creating more behavioral change towards a sustainable future. Partners wanted to foster active citizenship and promote creativity and entrepreneurship, especially among young people. They also aimed to create practical and functional materials for teachers and youth workers that were easy to use and adapt to local contexts. The objective was to generate materials that contributed to formal education curriculums and met the needs of those working with young people. By the end of the project period, the participating organizations had strengthened their local and global networks and learned new ways that their employees could contribute to global citizenship education.

Background

The project aimed to collect and share best practices from previous initiatives while expanding their reach to new countries, engaging more young people across Europe. At the same time, it introduced innovative tools to help young people turn their climate knowledge into concrete sustainability actions. Additionally, it developed methods and resources for teachers and youth workers in global citizenship education. There is a strong need for accessible materials on climate change, sustainable consumption, circular economy, and climate justice. Local curriculums highlight the importance of integrating global citizenship into education, and youth work must also address these themes. While young people are aware of climate issues, they need practical tools to take action, which was a key project goal. Teachers and youth workers also require support in incorporating global citizenship education into their work. Reaching educators meant a wider impact on young people. A European approach was essential, as these challenges affect all countries. By collaborating across borders, the project fostered diverse perspectives and reinforced collective efforts toward a sustainable future.

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