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Roots of Harmony

2025-1-PL01-KA152-YOU-0003017512025Mobility of young peopleongoing
Countries: PL|RO|ES|HU · Grant: €23,132
Physical and mental health, well-beingYouth employabilityKey competences development

Objectives

In today’s fast-paced, digital world, young people are increasingly disconnected from nature, struggling with stress, anxiety, and difficulties in forming meaningful relationships. Our project aims to reconnect youth with nature through outdoor education and experiential learning, fostering personal growth, emotional well-being, and social connection. Drawing inspiration from the Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework and its 5Cs model—Competence, Confidence, Connection, Character, and Caring—this project provides young people with the tools and experiences needed to thrive. Based on a needs assessment conducted in our communities, we identified that many young people feel overwhelmed by daily pressures and crave stronger connections with peers, nature, and themselves. Research supports our approach, showing that outdoor education can significantly improve emotional resilience, interpersonal skills, and overall well-being. Our aim is: to empower 24 young people through outdoor education and experiential learning to cultivate inner peace, foster harmonious relationships, and develop the five components of Positive Youth Development (competence, confidence, connection, character, and caring), inspiring them to become active ambassadors of peace within their communities. Project Objectives: 1️. 24 young people will learn how nature and outdoor education can help them gain inner peace, grow personally, and connect with the environment. 2️. 24 young people will practice teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills through non-formal outdoor methods, enhancing interpersonal peace and positive group dynamics. 3️. Over 9 months, 24 young people will develop a more positive, proactive, and empathetic mindset, actively engaging in peace-building and nature-related initiatives in their communities.

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