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ROUTES – Youth pathways to participation in rural communities

2026-1-FI01-KA154-YOU-0003980682026Youth participation activitiesongoing
Countries: FI|RS|EL|TR · Grant: €58,976
Democracy and inclusive democratic participationEnvironment and climate changeTackling geographical remoteness and involving rural areas

Objectives

The aim of the project is to strengthen youth participation and active citizenship through practical ecological actions for environmental protection, focusing on trails as natural and public spaces that require care and responsible use.The project involves young people from Finland, Greece, Serbia and Turkey, in areas with different ecosystems but common environmental challenges Young people take part in cleaning, basic maintenance and care of trails, route mapping and the installation of educational signage and QR codes, as well as in the creation of digital educational content related to nature protection and biodiversity. These actions produce tangible results, improving accessibility and reducing environmental pressure caused by uncontrolled use The main objectives are active environmental protection, increased youth involvement in the care of natural spaces, the development of responsibility and local action skills, and linking youth participation with democratic action locally

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