The project was created in response to problems identified by participants from Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine, and Turkey, related to discrimination, increasing migration, and the need to support the integration of migrants both in local communities and on an international level. It is therefore a grassroots youth initiative, including young people who have personally experienced manifestations of discrimination. One of the key moments that inspired the creation of the project was the experience of a Polish participant who encountered nationality-based discrimination while staying abroad. He shared this experience with the group via social media, where his peers from Poland, as well as young people from Ukraine, Lithuania, and Turkey, were also present. This incident sparked a broader discussion, during which it became clear that many other young people had faced similar experiences. One of the main challenges of contemporary Europe is the growing number of migrants and refugees. According to data from the International Organization for Migration, migration processes are intensifying globally, mainly as a result of armed conflicts, climate change, and other economic factors. The World Bank predicts that by 2050 the number of climate migrants alone may rise to 216 million people. Additionally, in order to deepen their understanding of the scale of this phenomenon, Polish youth conducted a survey in a local school, which revealed that 68% of respondents had experienced discrimination, with the rate among Ukrainian-origin students being even higher, at 79.7%. This issue proved to be even more acute in the context of migration, confirming that the problem is structural in nature and requires a comprehensive approach. Discrimination is not solely the result of individual prejudice – increasingly, it stems from disinformation, which reinforces negative stereotypes, fear, and social polarization. According to the Global Risks Report of the World Economic Forum, disinformation has been ranked for the second consecutive year as the most serious short-term threat to social cohesion and public trust. Migrants are particularly frequent targets of false narratives, often portrayed as a burden or as a threat to security, the economy, or culture. Such narratives not only fuel discrimination but also significantly hinder integration processes. The young people, deeply affected by the scale of the problem, decided to take action to improve the situation. They turned to the Zawiercie Employers’ Forum for support in drafting the project proposal and implementing a project aimed at combating discrimination and supporting migrants. Participants from the other partner countries approached organizations they knew for help, and these organizations then established cooperation with ZFP. During online meetings, partners presented their organizational profiles, discussed their roles, and defined the scope of responsibilities for each partner. The project aims to take concrete action to promote the integration of migrants and combat discrimination through education, art, and the strengthening of empathy and understanding in local communities. It is a project that not only addresses global issues but also focuses on the active involvement of young people in solving challenges on both a local and international level. The main objectives of the project include: 1. Combating discrimination and social exclusion – by educating participants on human rights, assertive communication methods, and conflict resolution, the project aims to raise awareness of effective ways to address discrimination. Participants will gain knowledge of tools to counteract social exclusion, which they will be able to apply in their daily lives. 2. Supporting the integration of migrants and developing empathy – project activities, including art workshops based on the Theatre of the Oppressed, will serve to build intercultural bridges. The Theatre of the Oppressed is a unique form of art that enables participants to express emotions, share experiences of discrimination and exclusion, and propose ways to address these issues. Through this tool, participants will develop empathy, openness, and greater understanding of other cultures. 3. Coping with stress and migration-related stress – the project will also focus on supporting the mental health of participants, particularly migrants. Young people will learn how to recognize their emotions and manage stress, including stress associated with migration. 4. Building intercultural bridges – through cooperation among youth from different countries, the project aims to create a platform for intercultural dialogue. Participants will work together on shared activities such as debates, simulations, and theatre workshops, during which they will seek solutions to issues of discrimination and exclusion. 5. Strengthening young people’s skills in critical information analysis and countering disinformation.