“Shout Peace NOT War – Youth Unite for Democracy” was a project promoted by Comune di Letojanni, built in partnership with different European countries. It involved youth organizations and public body coming from Italy, Spain, Georgia, Republic of Moldova, Greece and Poland, with purpose to strength the sense of belonging to Europe and the multicultural dialogue. The project was held in Letojanni (Italy) from 10 to 15 October 2023. The Youth Exchange ShoutPeace aimed to raise awareness among participants on the protection of human rights as a primitive concept inherent in man, the rights of freedom, solidarity and the prevention of peace as founding values of the EU, giving young people a greater awareness and understanding of tools to take action so that human rights and the central role of the law are understood and promoted at all levels of society, especially at a time when the EU is shaken by the winds of the Ukrainian war that are undermining the very heart of the European continent. The general objectives pursued, in line with the annual and permanent priorities of the new Erasmus + 2021 - 2027 Program, was: - Increase interest among young people in current issues, supporting their critical sense of historical and political facts concerning the European continent, directing them towards a critical awareness of the need to guarantee peace, the enjoyment of rights for all, non-discrimination, social inclusion, social justice and freedom of expression and speech. These are concepts that might appear to be taken for granted in European society, but it is necessary for young people to understand the long and tiring journey to achieve the protection of these rights and, as in many European contexts, young people and citizens do not have the opportunity to exercise their fundamental rights; - Educating young people, through the use of a non-formal working methodology, developing, with the support of group leaders and facilitators, social and relational skills, aimed at experimenting non-formal work techniques that favor the inclusion of young people, non-discrimination, mutual respect and empathy. - Develop cooperation between participants belonging to different ethnic groups to assume solidarity and respect for each other, with a view to dialogue and intercultural learning, respect for minorities, human rights, favoring, in full respect for the habits and customs of others, mutual respect, collaboration, the overcoming of stereotypes and prejudices. - Strengthen the sense of belonging to the EU and the European identity among the participants, recognize the opportunity it represents especially in emergency situations, through the sharing of thoughts and ideas, favoring the strong European dimension, involving the emerging citizens of the Europe of the future. - Ensure among young people attitudes aimed at universal respect for human rights, the inclinations and prerogatives of everyone, democracy, freedom to express themselves and their thoughts, instilling in young people the awareness that human rights, if respected, break down differences social, economic and cultural between individuals, placing them all on the same level, guarantee dignity and allow peaceful coexistence and intercultural dialogue. - Develop and strengthen the personal, social and civic skills, personal and relational skills and attitudes of young people, stimulate critical thinking and creativity, improve tolerance and empathy to become active and supportive European citizens. - Promote European youth mobility projects as sources of intercultural learning and empowerment especially for young people with fewer opportunities. - Support participation in volunteer programs among young people in Europe. - Through initiatives that start directly from the voice of young people, understand what the perception they have of Europe and its founding values, especially in light of the emergencies we are experiencing.