The primary goals of implementing the project were to make the IM-PROVE application accessible to a wider audience and to support Ukrainian minorities in European countries in enhancing their competitiveness in the labour market. Additionally, the project aimed to create a unified library of resources to assist campleaders and youth leaders in conducting activities and discussing sustainability issues. It also sought to support volunteer groups in cooking sustainably during workcamps while accommodating various dietary restrictions in their groups. Another objective was to increase the usability of the Handbook and its materials for youth leaders who may not have strong English skills. By providing translations, these resources became more accessible. Furthermore, the project intended to help NGOs effectively utilise social media as a primary communication tool for engaging their target groups. This was crucial for ensuring that their outreach efforts were efficient in terms of time and resources.
The decision to apply for this project arose from several needs: The IM-PROVE application was translated into German and Ukrainian to address the limited English proficiency of many volunteers. While they could communicate about daily matters, discussing more specialized topics was challenging. Additionally, with a significant influx of Ukrainian refugees in the EU, there was an urgent need to help them gain valuable work experience to improve their positions in the labour market. The Handbook was developed in response to a growing interest in sustainability among young people and the societal need to focus on these issues. Feedback from leaders highlighted challenges in accommodating various dietary restrictions during workcamps, indicating a need for comprehensive resources on cooking and meal planning. The Handbook, previously available only in English, was translated into multiple languages to ensure accessibility for all camp leaders and youth leaders, many of whom lacked high proficiency in English. Moreover, there was a clear necessity for NGOs to stay updated with current trends in social media communication to engage more volunteers effectively. However, our organisations lacked the capacity to implement these strategies.