The EDYP aimed to enhance the digital competencies of youth workers and raise environmental awareness among young people, particularly those with fewer opportunities, by combining digital education with sustainability-focused learning. The project sought to address the growing need for digital readiness and environmental action by equipping youth workers with tools and strategies to create 3 engaging digital campaigns that promote sustainable practices and climate awareness. A key objective was to develop and implement online campaigns designed to inspire environmental responsibility and active citizenship among youth, leveraging social media platforms to maximize outreach and impact. Additionally, the project emphasized inclusivity by prioritizing the involvement of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring their access to digital resources and environmental education, and empowering them to take leadership roles in their communities. It also focused on fostering transnational cooperation between Greece and Romania, enabling knowledge exchange, shared learning, and long-term partnerships for sustainable development, creatin a scalable and sustainable model for modern youth work that inspires action.
We applied for this project to build digital capacities, promote environmental awareness, and foster inclusion, ensuring that young people and youth workers alike are equipped to address modern challenges effectively. The project directly responded to Erasmus+ priorities, focusing on digital transformation, environmental sustainability, and innovative learning practices. The project aimed to address specific needs, such as: Digital Readiness and Skills Development Youth workers required training in digital tools and social media strategies to create compelling campaigns that could raise awareness about environmental issues. Environmental Awareness and Sustainability Practices There was a pressing need to empower young people to understand environmental challenges and adopt sustainable practices. Inclusion of Marginalized Youth A key focus was reaching young people from economically disadvantaged areas, rural regions, and minority groups. Transnational Cooperation and Knowledge Exchange Strengthening partnerships between organizations from Greece and Romania was another need we identified. Promotion of Active Citizenship The project emphasized empowering young people to participate actively in public life.