Almost two years ago, back when we brainstormed within the partnership on important topics, “Environment” was the one mentioned most. The points we discussed were the result of these talks within our organizations. Young people in each partner organization were aware of climate change and the negative effects of our lifestyle and consumption habits on the planet. We engaged in discussions with the youngsters about what could be done, and it became clear that while we couldn't change the world or undo climate change, we could still contribute to a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. The participating countries have beautiful nature and important ecosystems. However, the level of awareness differ from country to country. It wasn’t just heavy industry that harmed the environment; we also observed waste-dumping, pollution, littering in urban and rural spaces, harmful building and mining projects, and the use of plastic bags and single-use products. In many regions, natural sites were an important source of income for citizens working in the agricultural or tourism sectors. The way the environment was treated showed a lack of sustainability and awareness of the importance of its protection. Making a profit seemed to be more important than protecting the environment. We considered both the long-term and short-term effects of this destructive behavior, such as erosion, landslides, heatwaves, and the poisoning of drinking water, all of which were urgent issues even now. State actors had already made some efforts, such as the Paris Declaration, the ban of plastic products in some countries, and the abandonment of coal-fired power stations. Some of these measures were appropriate, while others were not efficient enough. As youth workers, we recognized our ability to empower our target group to become active citizens and engage in social processes. In many countries, we observed demonstrations advocating for better protection of the climate or against environmentally harmful projects (e.g., hydro power plants, open-cast mining). We understood that our personal behavior was accelerating climate change and that we could contribute to change. The attitude towards the environment was important for all generations and affected society as a whole. As Youth Workers, we had the responsibility to support our target group. In some countries, awareness was strong, while in others it was underdeveloped. Some partners were already highly active in addressing these issues, especially in places where society and the government appeared less concerned, putting the responsibility on civil society actors to supplement governmental action. Conversely, in countries where environmental protection was already a public priority, youth workers focused on other topics. We believed that combining both approaches was promising. In order to work effectively with our target group, we needed to understand the situation in other countries and learn which methods could be used to raise awareness and make a difference. We worked on this topic during a Professional Development Activity in Georgia using non-formal methods. We conducted workshops, excursions, and photography activities to learn how to engage our target group. Georgia was chosen as the location because of its stunning nature as well as its environmental challenges. There, we could see the direct effects of pollution alongside beautiful nature. The hosting organization in Georgia had experience organizing public events and was well-connected to local civil society actors, which provided inspiration for all youth workers. Our objectives were: 1. Raising awareness about environmental challenges and their impact on our lives 2. Learning about the ecological situation in different European countries and approaches taken by governments and society 3. Exchanging best practices on non-formal methods related to ecology and the environment 4. Acquiring upcycling and photography skills 5. Preparing a collection of activities in the form of a manual for youth workers 6. Inspiring civil activism 7. Promoting Erasmus+