Through this project, we aimed to create a meaningful learning experience where young people could better understand environmental challenges and connect them to real-life contexts, while at the same time developing personal, social, and intercultural competences. One of the main objectives was to increase participants’ awareness and understanding of environmental sustainability, biodiversity, and climate-related challenges. Rather than approaching these topics only at a theoretical level, we wanted participants to experience them directly. By implementing the project in Aruba, we aimed to expose participants to a context where environmental issues are visible, immediate, and closely connected to everyday life, especially in relation to island ecosystems and vulnerability to climate change. A second objective was to support the development of key competences among participants, including: - communication and collaboration in intercultural environments - critical thinking and the ability to reflect on complex global issues - adaptability and active participation within a diverse group We aimed to achieve this through non-formal learning methods such as group work, discussions, roleplay, experiential activities, and reflection sessions. Another important objective was to encourage environmentally responsible attitudes and behaviours. We wanted participants not only to understand environmental issues, but also to reflect on their own habits and feel motivated to take action in their daily lives. Activities such as beach cleaning, recycle art workshops, and direct interaction with local stakeholders were designed to make this objective concrete and personal. The project also aimed to foster intercultural learning and mutual understanding. By bringing together participants from different countries and backgrounds, we created a space where young people could experience diversity, challenge stereotypes, and develop empathy and respect for different perspectives. This was particularly important given the mix of European and Caribbean contexts. Another objective was to strengthen cooperation between partner organisations and improve their capacity to design and implement high-quality Youth Exchanges. Through the preparatory visit and the joint implementation of the project, partners worked on coordination, communication, and adapting activities to a real context. We also aimed to promote inclusion and participation, by involving young people with different backgrounds, including participants with fewer opportunities, and ensuring that all participants could actively contribute to the learning process. Finally, an important objective was to connect learning with future action. We wanted participants to leave the project not only with new knowledge and experiences, but also with a clearer idea of how they can apply what they learned in their own communities, whether through small personal changes or further engagement in environmental or social initiatives. Overall, the project aimed to combine environmental education, personal development, and intercultural exchange into a coherent learning experience, in line with the principles of non-formal learning and active youth participation promoted by the Erasmus+ programme.