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Accredited project in the field of youth

2023-1-PL01-KA151-YOU-0001481912023Mobility of young people for accredited organisationsfinalized
Countries: PL · Grant: €27,751

Objectives

The objectives of our project were directly derived from the goals and priorities identified in the Accreditation framework. The specific objectives set for the “Education by Games” training were to develop the competencies of youth workers in the following areas: Creating educational games Utilizing games as tools for anti-discrimination work, with a particular focus on combating gender discrimination Using games as tools in non-formal education Applying Design Thinking methodology to design educational tools, with an emphasis on games Creating a safe space in working with youth Exchanging good practices The goal of the “How to support youth leaders?” training was to support young leaders as educators or youth workers in the following areas: Strengthening leaders' skills: Enabling young people to develop leadership abilities by acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary for effectively guiding groups. Creating supportive environments: Shaping an atmosphere in which youth feel motivated, encouraged, and equipped with tools that enable them to actively participate in leadership and action within their communities. Incorporating diverse training methods: Utilizing various methods, such as Open Space Technology (anti-conferences), games like “Anchors for the Future,” and circle meetings to create engaging and interactive educational experiences. Fostering community contributions: Promoting young leaders’ engagement in the development of their communities, allowing them to implement positive changes and share their ideas and experiences. Creating a space for experience exchange: Providing young leaders with opportunities to share their experiences, ideas, and best practices in working with youth. Increasing motivation to act: Inspiring young people to take proactive steps in their communities and confront current challenges. The overarching goal of the mobilities was to educate and support young leaders by: Strengthening the active participation of youth in society and decision-making processes at local, national, and European levels. Developing leadership skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-making. Creating inclusive training opportunities that reach young people from diverse backgrounds, including marginalized or disadvantaged communities. Enhancing the competencies of those working with youth so that they can create safe educational spaces and increase their awareness of stereotypes and prejudices. Encouraging civic engagement by developing a sense of responsibility and involving young leaders in community development, volunteering, and social activities. Creating and developing international partnerships with organizations operating in the youth sector to support collaboration among various entities. Strengthening European identity and solidarity among young people through intellectual and cultural exchange. Addressing global challenges such as climate change, sustainable development, and social justice by providing young leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to make positive changes on a global scale. Creating networks and platforms where young leaders can connect, share experiences, and collaborate on projects and initiatives related to common issues and goals.

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