Co-Creating EcoCommunity Spaces is designed as an innovative training course aimed at empowering young people, youth workers, and communities to actively engage in European Green Deal’s goals for carbon neutrality by 2050 by developing practical skills, fostering ecological awareness, and promoting sustainable community living. Through hands-on learning in eco-construction, permaculture, and community-building and with the ambition to set the foundations of a model eco-village, participants will be equipped with the tools to contribute to ecological and social regeneration in their own local context. Through a 16 day immersion in a collaborative and integrative permaculture community in Megalopolis, Arkadia, this professional development activity intends to create exciting new learning opportunities for the young generation and youth workers to reshape and diversify their skillset using a collaborative, synergetic approach that will help build climate-resilient projects, climate-conscious communities and sustainable economies in order to tackle contemporary global challenges such as climate change, food insecurity, energy crisis, social fragmentation, environmental degradation and youth rural abandonment. A core objective is enhancing participants’ practical skills in sustainable living practices. By working directly with natural materials like cob, wood, and stone, participants will build eco-friendly structures and design permaculture gardens and food forests. This hands-on experience instils a deeper understanding of sustainable land management and eco-social architecture which can be applied within their own communities. Emphasising community-building, collaboration and self-development, the project incorporates sociocracy and Non-Violent Communication (NVC), to teach inclusive decision-making, self-regulation, and develop essential leadership and conflict-resolution skills. This approach fosters long-term youth empowerment, encouraging strong, eco-conscious communities capable of collective action towards sustainable solutions while reinforcing the value of cooperation and participatory leadership. Aligned with broader European goals for a Green Transition, the project is particularly relevant to regions like Megalopolis, which is shifting from a coal-dependent economy to a regenerative mode. By engaging local authorities, the community, and eco-social initiatives, participants will learn how sustainable practices can revitalise local economies, create green jobs, support eco-tourism, and enhance sustainable agriculture. Youth Workers will see firsthand how ecological practices can drive economic diversification and resilience while supporting environmental restoration. The project also aspires to contribute to the creation of a model eco-village in Megalopolis based on the One Small Town concept. It will demonstrate natural building techniques and permaculture principles, offering both the local community and participants a tangible example of how green transitions can be practically implemented while standing as an eco-educational hub for future projects. By bringing together participants from various European countries, including those with fewer opportunities, the project fosters intercultural exchange and inclusivity. This collaboration allows for the sharing of sustainable practices across diverse cultural landscapes, deepening participants’ understanding of environmental issues and nurturing European solidarity and mutual respect. Reflective sessions and group discussions will help participants gain insights into their ecological footprints, empowering them to make responsible, environmentally conscious decisions. The project’s impact will extend beyond the training, with open-source building plans and a documentary serving as resources for eco-builders, architects, youth workers, farmers and community leaders across Europe. These resources will be shared widely on multiple platforms, ensuring broad accessibility and inspiring similar initiatives across different regions. The involvement of local authorities, media, and the broader community, particularly during events like the Open Festive Day, will strengthen connections, paving the way for future collaborations focused on green development. The experience will empower youth workers to apply their skills and knowledge in their communities, driving sustainable practices and fostering long-term change. Ultimately, this project is about more than just teaching skills. It’s about empowering individuals and communities to embrace sustainability, build resilient networks, and commit to a greener future. Through practical, collaborative, and inclusive learning experiences, participants will be inspired to become leaders in the green transition, bringing lasting change to their local and global communities.