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Be the change you want to see

2023-1-PL01-KA153-YOU-0001392052023Mobility of youth workersfinalized
Countries: PL|HR|LV|MD|CZ|UA|PT|AM|BY|IT · Grant: €33,615
Human rights and rule of lawPrevention of conflicts, post-conflict rehabilitationQuality and innovation of youth work

Objectives

The primary aim of the project "Be the Change You Want to See" was to promote sustainable peace and social change through the development of skills in conflict analysis and peacebuilding. The project sought to equip youth workers with the tools and techniques necessary to foster trust, facilitate dialogue, and understand the dynamics of conflict and peacebuilding. It emphasized the role of youth as active agents of peace and social transformation. By implementing this project, the key achievements envisioned included: 1. Improving the skills of youth workers and participants in nonviolent communication, empathy, and conflict resolution. 2. Raising awareness about the importance of youth in peacebuilding and conflict management. 3. Promoting respect for cultural diversity, tolerance, and democratic values among participants from diverse backgrounds. 4. Establishing multi-sectoral spaces for networking and cooperation to continue peacebuilding efforts beyond the project. 5. Inspiring young individuals to reflect on their roles as change agents and to take responsibility for fostering understanding and collaboration in their communities The objectives of the project "Be the Change You Want to See" include: 1. Developing knowledge of the dynamics and patterns of conflicts and peacebuilding to relate these concepts to local and international contexts. 2. Raising awareness of the role of youth in peacebuilding, equipping them with tools for social change, and inspiring self-realization. 3. Teaching principles of NVC to foster empathy, understanding, and mutual respect in communication. 4. Creating and strengthening multi-sectoral networks and cooperation spaces to promote tolerance and intercultural understanding. 5. Supporting and improving the skills of youth workers through the sharing of best practices, networking, and new educational ideas. 6. Encouraging respect for cultural diversity, ethnic inclusion, and democratic ideals among youth participants.

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