Young people growing up in regions affected by armed conflicts, who endure the consequences of physical, cultural, and structural violence, often face life-altering experiences, emotions, and challenges. Such circumstances significantly shape their perceptions of their own and other communities, influence their relationship with conflict and peace, and affect their sense of identity. Despite the hardships, many young people choose to rise above these adversities, engaging in constructive initiatives and dialogue rather than perpetuating hatred, violence, or discrimination. When supported and recognized for their potential, these young individuals can become influential peer leaders and educators. They have the power to raise awareness and inspire others, fostering dialogue, mediation, conflict transformation, and peace-building projects. By mobilizing their communities, they play a crucial role in promoting understanding and collaboration across divides. The training course FREEDOM engaged 40 youth workers and 8 youth organisations from conflict affected regions in dialogue and peacebuilding activities based on human rights education and intercultural learning during and after the project. The objectives of the training course were: - To develop awareness and basic competences (knowledge, skills and attitude) of participants in human rights education, peacebuilding and intercultural learning to enable them to engage in dialogue and confidence-building initiatives with other young people affected by conflict - To support mutual learning from experiences of conflict and coping strategies; - To foster relationship building as a foundation for peacebuilding and dialogue; - To introduce and share existing youth work practices and experiences of young people working on dialogue and conflict transformation in their home communities; - To motivate and support participants in their role as multipliers and peer leaders in peacebuilding activities with young people encouraging them to implement follow-up initiatives; - To strengthen the role of the Council of Europe, in particular through its Youth for Democracy programme, in peacebuilding and intercultural dialogue with young people and to support the approaches of the UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace and Security and the Sustainable Development Goals. The aim of the training course was to support young people, their organisations and communities, and those working with them, to facilitate non-formal peace education and conflict transformation, thereby contributing to the development of a culture of peace and human rights, in line with the values and standards of the Council of Europe. In their capacity as peer leaders, it is vital for these young people to connect with and learn from the life stories, experiences, and aspirations of youth from other conflict-affected regions. This shared understanding nurtures empathy and resilience, paving the way for transformative perspectives. The TC- FREEDOM embodies this philosophy, creating a space where such experiences converge and take shape. The ENAAL organized its educational activities around the principles of human rights education and intercultural learning. These approaches formed the cornerstone of the Youth Department’s methodology, emphasizing: -Recognizing and addressing prejudice in its various forms. -Combating aggressive and exclusive nationalism. -Equipping youth workers with the competences needed to navigate inter- and multi-cultural environments. Intercultural learning was not merely an educational tool but represented the essence of fostering meaningful intercultural dialogue. Together with human rights education, it provided effective frameworks to address dilemmas stemming from structural and cultural conflicts. Participants at the FREEDOM project explored the root causes of violence and acquired practical skills in preventing and transforming conflicts. The goal of this project was to build the capacity of youth workers and youth organisations to engage young people, including a particular focus on young people with fewer opportunities, in peacebuilding and reconciliation processes. The emphasis on peace, intercultural dialogue, violence prevention, and conflict transformation had deep roots in the history of the youth sector. It remained a top priority due to the persistence of "frozen" conflicts and ongoing hostilities. The aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine and the enduring tensions in Israel and Palestine brutally illustrated the devastating impact of war on human rights and the quest for inclusive, peaceful societies. Through initiatives like the FREEDOM, youth workers are not only educated but empowered to envision and contribute to a culture of peace. These efforts cultivated hope and inspired a new generation committed to dialogue, coexistence, and the prevention of future conflict.