The primary goals of the "Standing With LGBT-You" project: Empowered LGBTQIA2S+ Communities: Increased the confidence, rights awareness, and active participation of LGBTQIA2S+ individuals in society, reducing marginalization and promoting equality. Strengthened Youth Workers’ Skills: Enhanced the competencies of youth workers to better support LGBTQIA2S+ individuals through tailored tools, methodologies, and international best practices. Fostered Awareness and Advocacy: Raised public awareness of the challenges faced by LGBTQIA2S+ communities and advocate for inclusive practices in education, employment, and social settings. Promoted Collaboration and Exchange: Facilitated cross-country collaboration and knowledge-sharing among organizations to create sustainable solutions for common challenges. Encouraged Active Citizenship: Inspired marginalized individuals to actively engage in their communities, fostering a stronger sense of belonging and European identity. Developed Resources and Networks: Created tools such as a "good practices booklet" and build networks for ongoing support, future projects, and sustained impact.
We applied for the "Standing With LGBT-You" project to address the pressing issues faced by LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, including discrimination, social exclusion, and limited opportunities. This project aligns with our goal of fostering inclusion, empowering marginalized communities, and enhancing our capacity to support these groups through cross-sectoral collaboration and the exchange of good practices. The needs adressed: Empowering LGBTQIA2S+ Communities: Addressing discrimination and exclusion by raising awareness of rights and creating opportunities. Building Youth Worker Capacity: Enhancing skills and providing tools for youth workers to support marginalized groups. Raising Awareness: Highlighting LGBTQIA2S+ challenges to promote inclusion and societal change. Cross-Country Collaboration: Sharing best practices and fostering mutual learning across partner countries. Promoting Active Citizenship: Encouraging engagement and a sense of belonging among marginalized individuals.