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Accredited project in the field of youth

2023-1-IT03-KA151-YOU-0001282882023Mobility of young people for accredited organisationsongoing
Countries: IT · Grant: €86,056

Objectives

Through the implementation of the activities planned in the second year of accreditation, we set out to achieve four main organizational objectives: Objective 1: Engage the local community, both in terms of the beneficiaries and the territorial stakeholders. Objective 2: Focus on the qualitative aspects of the learning process, also by applying good practices acquired in other contexts. Objective 3: Ensure that young people with limited economic or cultural resources have access to learning and development opportunities. At the same time, support youth workers and organizations in improving their skills to enhance the quality of their actions towards beneficiaries. Objective 4: Expand our local and European network and reorient our activity proposals toward innovative approaches that can increase our impact on young people. One of the goals was also to create project continuity with some of the participating organizations. As for the activities implemented in the plan, we focused on three main thematic areas: ecological and sustainable practices, the promotion of the EU Youth Goals, the promotion of active and democratic participation. For this second year of accreditation, we chose to address the theme of environment and sustainability. The plan included the implementation of the youth exchange: RUBY – Rural-Urban Youth Connection. RUBY took place from 9 to 16 June 2024 in Dicomano (Metropolitan City of Florence). The exchange involved 33 young people (aged 18–25) from Croatia, Spain, Latvia, Romania, and Italy, some of whom came from rural areas. Participants engaged in workshops and hands-on activities focused on sustainable tourism, exploring the development potential of the Mugello area. RUBY aimed to contribute to the European Youth Goals. Its specific objective was to promote dialogue between young people from rural and urban areas on the topic of sustainable tourism. Key discussion points included: the real effects of mass tourism in Europe and how it puts pressure on certain areas, such as Florence, while it could become a valuable resource for more remote regions; the environmental, social, and economic impacts of tourism; how we can travel and experience tourism more sustainably; broader reflections on individual and societal behavior in relation to sustainability. We also implemented two mobility activities for the staff of youth organizations—one focused on active participation, and the other on game-based learning as an educational tool. PART-Y – Youth Work is Participation This training course aimed to promote awareness and the importance of inclusive participation in the youth sector. It was held in Florence from 4 to 11 July 2024. Using non-formal education and a learning-by-doing approach, the course provided a foundational theoretical framework and practical tools for designing, managing, and implementing effective participatory opportunities. The initiative supported youth empowerment and intercultural exchange, laying the groundwork for new local and transnational initiatives and offering replicable methodologies for organizations interested in building cohesive and democratic communities. YOUR GAME – Youth Work is a Serious Game This training course focused on how to use and design educational games in the youth sector, particularly to promote active youth participation. It was held (or will be held) in Florence from 30 August to 6 September 2024. The training aimed to share methodologies and techniques that can be applied in various contexts, with the ultimate goal of developing local and transnational activities that empower young people—especially those living in disadvantaged conditions.

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