Described a new occupation. For organizations working with many youths, the title E-coach can be a position in itself or part of a job description • Raised recognitions of youth workers, by developing new educational pathways and new innovative ways for working with target group give better status. • More vulnerable youths are reached and given support since the E-coaches will reach youths that have their main activities online and provide E-coaching for employability & personal development
The E-Coach project was initiated to address the reported challenges faced by youth workers, youth “helpers” and educators in adapting to the digital era, particularly in reaching and supporting vulnerable youths. Our motivation was raised from the increasing trend of young people leading isolated lives, primarily engaging with the world through screens, which has intensified post-COVID-19. Traditional youth work approaches were insufficient to meet the needs of these digitally immersed individuals. This project aims to bridge that gap by equipping youth workers and others working with youths in project target group with the necessary digital skills, methodologies, and tools to connect and engage effectively in online environments. By fostering the role of E-Coaches, the project seeks to empower young people, improve their employability, and facilitate their integration into society. In addition, there was an ambition to give the training formal recognition in the form of credits.