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Overcoming the limiting realities creatively: Sport methodology in youth Work for inclusion

Overcoming the limiting realities creatively: Sport methodology in youth Work for inclusion

Project Overview

Project: Overcoming the limiting realities creatively: Sport methodology in youth work for inclusion

Duration: 01.03.2020 – 30.11.2021

Reference Nr. 2019-3-DE04-KA205-018829

Grant Amount: 172,206 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

We applied for this project because in 2019 sport is an area of life in which people with disabilities arguably had less favourable experiences than their non-disabled peers and competitors. Typical barriers for people with disabilities to participate in sport include lacked of awareness on the part of people without disabilities as to how to involve them in teams adequately; lack of opportunities and programmes for training and competition; too few accessible facilities due to physical barriers.

 

The unique ability of sports to transcend linguistic, cultural and social barriers makes it an excellent platform for strategies of inclusion and adaptation. Through youth sport work and sports, persons without disabilities interact with persons with disabilities in a positive context forcing them to reshape assumptions about what can and cannot do.

 

NFE educators and youth workers/leaders working with this target group often had little or no experience in using sport as an educational tool. Many didn’t not know how to maximise the potential of sport as a method within their regular youth work, despite of the fact that sport activities can be considered one of the most valuable NFE experiences for children and youngsters.

 

Partners:

 

YOUTH POWER GERMANY e.V (DE)

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR)

KOSARKASKI KLUB “VIRTUS BASKET” (RS) ,

Fondazione Don Giovanni Zanandrea Onlus (IT)

AKTIVNI MLADI U SRECNOJ EVROPI UDRUZENJE (RS)

Wizard, obrt za savjetovanje (HR)

 

 

 

Our project placed the above-mentioned needs and EU Guidelines/policies into action by developing newcurricula and methods for empowering both youth (work) organisations, as well as the sport organisations toincrease their capacity building and human resources for quality envisioning and promoting the physical activity events (youth sport work and sport events) that thus contribute to increasing participation in quality sports by more youngsters, and especially by children and youngsters with disabilities.

 

Objectives:

 

– Brought positive and long-lasting effects on participating and indirectly on non-participating organisations byenhancing knowledge management with new innovative youth work and sport resources and trainingmodels/curricula in order to provide quality youth sport work programmes for inclusion of youngsters with different abilities in our communities.

 

– Supported youth workers and sport trainers in acquiring and developing key competences as youth trainers in the field of using sport methodology in youth work.

 

– Engage into intensive dissemination and exploitation activities of existing and newly produced products andattract more different abilities’ youngsters.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

We developed Guideline, Curriculum and Toolkit that are originally wrote in English and in the end translated in Croatian, German, Italian and Serbian by our partner staff as well youth workers. We implemented LTTA in Zagreb Croatia. In the end we had 3 national conferences (IT; HR; RS) and one international conference in Berlin , Germany.

 

→ Access our resource centre to read/download the Material developed within this project

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Building Sustainable NGOs – a Step by Step Strategy Development and Revision

Building Sustainable NGOs – a Step by Step Strategy Development and Revision

Project Overview

Project: Building Sustainable NGOs – a Step by Step Strategy Development and Revision

Duration: 01.05.2020 – 31.10-2021

Reference Nr. 2020-1-DE04-KA105-019519

Grant Amount: 30,862 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

 

What's About

The reality of NGO sector is that ensuring sustainability is much harder compared to for-profit companies andprivate sector. Many NGOs are too reliant on governmental grants and funds from international organisations.

 

Among other things, non-governmental and non-profit organizations are faced with frequent fluctuation of workers due to very stressful and often underpaid work. Loosing experienced and skillful staff can have very negative consequences to organization’s survival.

 

These negative factors, as well as many others in NGO sector, are a direct result of inadequate strategic planning or, in many cases, none at all. As partner organizations on this project have a good network and knowledge of NGOs in their community, we analyzed current situation and noticed that organizations with long-term existence, good team and strong impact have a Strategy that was skillfully developed and they stick to it in their work.

 

More importantly, they understand a need to revise their Strategies at least every 5 years, due to changing national and international environment (political, economic, and many other external factors).

 

Among partners on this project, there are organizations with different profiles and years of existence, but all of them need to improve their strategic planning skills and knowledge. Not just for their own benefit but for them to be able to transfer that renewed knowledge to other organizations within their communities.

– provide tools and knowledge to NGOs to analyze their current capacity and a potential that is not being used, to understand their strengths and weakness, explore both internal and external resources and turn them intorealistic opportunities.

 

– among all team members and workers, creating a habit of regularly checking their Strategy, creating andexecuting Action plans accordingly. Organizations need to understand that Strategies are there to be used andnot just some documents you need to have on your shelves or websites.

 

– to learn from each other, exchange knowledge and information about different national situations, build uponshared EU values and good practices and thus improve our partnership’s teamwork and future cooperation

 

– enhancing abilities and knowledge of our youth workers and providing them opportunities within organizations to put that knowledge to use by organizing workshops for other youth workers and NGO members from local community

The Objectives

Project RESULT

As we concluded the project, it became evident that its impact was multifaceted and significant. Firstly, on a personal level for participants, this project profoundly influenced their motivation and dedication to NGO work and sector. Through researching their sending organizations, and gaining insights into other partner organizations from different European countries, participants were reminded of their initial inspiration for working in the NGO sector. Moreover, their involvement in creating critical documents like strategy plans instilled a sense of responsibility for their organization’s work and activities on both national and EU levels. This project encouraged youth workers and our beneficiaries to expand their focus beyond daily tasks, inspiring them to become change-makers and foster positive changes in their communities.

 

Participants, particularly those with fewer opportunities, notably enhanced their knowledge and skills in strategy development and organizing training for knowledge transfer. The project enabled them to not only understand the theoretical aspects of strategy development but also to practice and become adept in using the necessary tools. This hands-on experience significantly contributed to their professional development. Additionally, the interaction with young people from different cultures and countries facilitated their personal development. The sessions on “Stages of group development” and “Communication” were particularly beneficial in improving their attitudes and skills for collaborating on complex issues, which will undoubtedly enhance the quality of communication in their future personal and professional lives.

 

For partner organizations, the project brought about new or improved strategy documents, as well as empowered and motivated youth workers. These strategy documents are anticipated to enhance partners’ relationships with their stakeholders and donors. The organizations now have a clearer understanding of their multiple projects and how these contribute to their general mission and goals. They learned to better prioritize and allocate their time, energy, and resources, maximizing their potential to achieve their missions. The strategy documents enabled these NGOs to focus on more critical matters, paying less attention to less significant projects and initiatives. By guiding them in shifting focus from one project to another, these documents help aim for the bigger picture, leading to increased capacity and efficiency. We believe that with all these positive impacts on the management of human resources, time, and money, the NGOs involved will be better equipped to respond and adjust to the needs of their beneficiaries.

 

To ensure this impact was sustained, each organization involved at least one beneficiary in the training course. These individuals played a crucial role in guiding the process in a direction that would most benefit the target groups, ensuring that the outcomes of the project were both meaningful and long-lasting.

 

 

 

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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HandinHand: Learning through Volunteering

HandinHand: Learning through Volunteering

Project Overview

Project: HandinHand: Learning through Volunteering

Duration: 01.05.2020 – 31.10.2021

Reference Nr. 2020-1-DE04-KA105-019428

Grant Amount: 21,951.9 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What´s About

Volunteers are the driving force behind the success of our partner organizations. They provide the motivation and fresh energy needed to execute our programs and activities that benefit local communities. While our organisations are deeply committed to achieving our goals, we sometimes overlook the pivotal role that volunteers play.

 

 It is vital that we shift our focus to recognize the importance of their contributions, as they bring unique perspectives and talents to our initiatives. We acknowledge that volunteers may face challenges such as stress and fluctuations in their numbers, and it is our responsibility to provide support and a nurturing environment.

 

With this project, our primary objective is to shift our attention to the needs of our volunteers, with a special emphasis on the younger generation of volunteers who form the backbone of our efforts. We recognise the value of non-formal education in their development and are committed to providing them with basic concepts and values that will enrich their volunteering experience and personal growth.

 

Our aim is to enhance volunteer management by aligning it not only with our organizational goals but also with the unique needs and aspirations of our volunteers. Incorporating non-formal learning into our volunteer management will enable us to empower our volunteers for a more enriching experience and long-lasting impact.

 

 

 

Partners in this project:

 

  • Youth Power Germany e.V. (DE)
  • CENTAR ZA JACANJE CIVILNOG DRUSTVA (RS)
  • Udruga Ringispil 8 (HR)
  • Youth Power International LTD (UK)
  • Youth Power/UNG KRAFT (SE)

 

 

 

– To learn about Youthpass and new 8 key competences

 

– To raise participants’ ability to identify and pursue their learning needs

 

– To achieve common understanding of volunteering

 

– To identify motivating factors for volunteers and their needs in order to address them appropriately

 

– To share experiences about volunteering programmes and volunteer management in our countries/communities

 

– To achieve common understanding of NFE, self-directed learning, life-long learning and experiential learning

 

– To achieve common understanding on relevance of NFE for volunteers

 

– To identify how to support non-formal learning of volunteers in our organisations

 

– To identify and implement non-formal learning in volunteer programme and volunteers’ job description

 

– To identify how to incorporate NFE in monitoring and evaluation of volunteers

 

– To develop proactive plan/strategy in order to implement NFE in our organisations after the TC

 

– To explore Erasmus+ opportunities to promote learning of volunteers

 

– To raise participants’ ability to self-asses their learning achievement

The Goals

Project RESULT

Our project has successfully achieved significant impacts, particularly for the direct beneficiaries, the participants. Here are the key outcomes of our project:

 

  • Enhanced Learning: Participants have had the opportunity to explore Youthpass, gain insights into the new 8 key competences, and develop the skills to set and evaluate their learning objectives. They now have a better understanding of the concepts and values of volunteering, as well as the motivations of volunteers. Furthermore, they have grasped the importance of non-formal education and non-formal learning for volunteers, along with practical knowledge on how to incorporate non-formal learning into volunteers’ programs and daily activities.

 

  • Erasmus+ Awareness: Our participants have been introduced to the Erasmus+ Programme and have been encouraged to utilize it in the development of their own initiatives within their organizations and communities.

 

 

  • Multiplier Effect: We anticipate that at least 80% of the participants will serve as multipliers, actively developing support mechanisms for volunteers within their organizations. These mechanisms will facilitate the learning process and outcomes of volunteers. To ensure continued support, our trainers will provide post-course guidance via the Internet for the next 6 months, assisting participants with any difficulties or doubts they may encounter.

 

  • Promotion of Volunteering: Participants will continue to work towards promoting volunteering and communicating the benefits it offers to young individuals.

 

 

  • Impact on Youth Workers: Other youth workers within our organizations will benefit from the knowledge and experience gained by our participants. They will participate in youth trainings organized by our project’s participants. This increase in knowledge and capacity is expected to result in a higher number of volunteers and a greater variety of activities tailored for youngsters. Consequently, our local communities will enjoy improved quality and quantity of youth activities, leading to long-term and sustainable benefits.

 

  • Enhanced Quality of Youth Work: The training course has contributed to enhancing the quality of youth work within our organizations, resulting in a more significant impact on local communities. Following the project, thanks to the active engagement of our participants, local communities will benefit from increased quantity and quality of non-formal education (NFE) youth work. This underscores our commitment to long-term and sustainable impact.

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Volunteering is Strength

Volunteering is Strength

Project Overview

Project: Volunteering is strength

Duration: 01.05.2020 – 31.10.2021

Reference Nr. 2020-1-DE04-KA105-019355

Grant Amount: 22,263.21 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

Our project’s core mission revolves around unleashing the transformative potential of volunteering as a catalyst for positive change within our communities. We have achieved this by equipping our members and stakeholders with the essential knowledge and competencies required to engage with volunteers effectively.

 

Our ultimate goal has been to nurture a more dynamic, interconnected, and influential volunteer community.

 

Volunteering, we firmly believe, represents an intrinsic strength that not only benefits individuals, groups, and organizations but also has a profound impact on the overall well-being of our local communities.

 

Beyond serving as a critical resource for NGOs, volunteering carries far-reaching advantages for the volunteers themselves. It plays a pivotal role in fostering a sense of community, countering loneliness, and encouraging social interactions.

 

Volunteering also serves as a catalyst for the formation of enduring bonds and friendships, enhances self-esteem, enriches educational experiences, and expands future job prospects.

 

Acknowledging the diverse and substantial benefits of volunteering, it has become imperative for our NGOs to prepare and deliver high-quality, purposeful volunteering experiences.

 

In response to this critical need, we have meticulously crafted a Training Course. This course’s primary aim is to empower our members, employees, youth workers, and organisational decision-makers with a profound understanding of the fundamental values and principles that underlie volunteering.

 

– To raise awareness of the importance of volunteering for individuals and development quality volunteer management

 

– To exchange what are volunteering background and situation in each participating country

 

– To introduce participants with the concept of volunteer’s rights and responsibilities

 

– To provide information about and practice developing all elements of volunteer management puzzle

 

– basic steps to do before engaging volunteers in the organisation / project

 

– To emphasis importance of providing individual mentoring, coaching and suport to volunteers and empower participants for these roles

 

– To share challenges in their work and possible solutions for these situations, and to share examples of good practice

 

– To set goals and commitment for developing the volunteer management puzzle when they get home.

The Objectives

Partners in this project:

 

Youth Power Germany e.V. (DE)

Udruga Ringispil 8 (HR)

YOUTH POWER/UNG KRAFT (SE)

CENTAR ZA JACANJE CIVILNOG DRUSTVA (RS)

Youth Power International LTD (UK)

Project RESULT

Our project has successfully trained participants to become proficient youth volunteer managers, reinforcing their commitment to empower volunteers, particularly the youth they work with. This achievement has had a profound impact, not only on the personal and professional development of our volunteers but also on our target groups. Moreover, this comprehensive training course has significantly contributed to enhancing the overall capabilities and quality of partner organizations in the field of youth.

 

The realized outcomes include equipping youth workers with both practical and theoretical tools and skills to effectively engage volunteers in their activities. This encompasses all aspects of management, including team dynamics, staff and volunteer coordination, needs and capacity assessment, program development, evaluation, and follow-up processes. Additionally, youth workers have emerged from the project with the ability to conceptualize and initiate new projects aimed at involving volunteers and young people in their activities.

 

The impact of our project extends to reaching and engaging new youth, thereby fostering active European citizenship by promoting and supporting volunteerism within our communities. Furthermore, as a direct result of elevating the quality of volunteering, our projects and programs involving volunteers have become more effective.

 

Both our staff and volunteers, along with our target groups and local communities, benefit from the invaluable contributions of motivated and highly appreciated volunteers and their meaningful work. These achievements signify a significant step towards creating a more vibrant and engaged community, ultimately enriching the lives of all those involved.

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Digital Entrepreneurship Start-up for Youth

Digital Entrepreneurship Start-up for Youth

Project Overview

Project: Digital Entrepreneurship Start-up for Youth

Duration: 1.4.2020 – 31.12.2021

Reference Nr. 2019-3-UK01-KA205-077785

Grant Amount: 200,769 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

The project responded to high youth unemployment across Europe by encouraging and equipping young people to pursue digital entrepreneurship as a sustainable career path. Traditional “offline” businesses often fail in the digital era, making digital entrepreneurship a more viable option for long-term success.

 

Through surveys, young people identified a lack of digital business competences as a key barrier to self-employment. The project addressed this gap by improving youth ICT/digital skills and entrepreneurial competences through innovative tools and training.

 

In addition to empowering unemployed youth, the project also strengthened the capacity of youth workers and youth work organisations to mentor and support digital entrepreneurship initiatives. The transnational partnership provided diverse perspectives and allowed for the exchange of good practices.

 

 

Partners in this project:

 

Silver Fox North East CIC (UK)

YOUTH POWER GERMANY EV (DE)

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR)

Pavle Jevdic PR PIN consulting (RS)

YOUTH POWER/UNG KRAFT (SE)

  • Empower unemployed youth to start digital enterprises via a handbook and e-learning course.

  • Equip youth workers with tools, curriculum, and training to support young digital entrepreneurs.

  • Foster strategic cooperation between partners from United Kingdom, Germany, Croatia, Serbia, and Sweden, exchanging knowledge and methodologies related to youth digital entrepreneurship.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

The project developed and delivered 4 outputs in 5 languages, made widely accessible to young people and youth workers:

  • O1: Handbook – Digital Entrepreneurship Start-up

  • O2: Curriculum – Empowering youth workers to encourage digital entrepreneurship start-ups among youngsters

  • O3: Toolkit – Mentoring and supporting youngsters for digital entrepreneurship start-up

  • O4: E-learning course – Digital Entrepreneurship Start-up for youngsters

 

Important achivements:
  • 282 participants attended multiplier events focused on digital entrepreneurship support for disadvantaged youth.

  • 434 young people engaged with the e-learning courses during the project, providing feedback and testing the platform.

  • 15 youth trainers participated in the LTTA and further trained 32 more youth workers in their respective organisations, multiplying the impact.

 

Key activities included:

  • Kick-off and evaluation meetings (UK, Croatia, Serbia, online)

  • LTTA: Training of trainers for digital entrepreneurship start-up for youth

  • 5 multiplier events in partner countries (UK, Germany, Sweden, Croatia, Serbia)

  • Online and face-to-face collaboration between partner organisations

→ Access our Resources segment to read/download the material developed within this project

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Escape from Marginalisation

Escape from Marginalisation

Project Overview

Project: Escape from Marginalisation

Duration: 1.12.2019 – 30.11.2020

Reference Nr. 2019-2-IT03-KA205-016467

Grant Amount: 51,522.48 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

This project was a response to the evolving needs of both mainstream and marginalised youngsters, as well as the youth workers who support them. We observed that traditional youth work approaches were becoming less effective, especially for engaging young people who spend much of their time online and no longer frequent local youth centres or clubs. At the same time, youth workers expressed the need for fresh, innovative tools and methods to upgrade their daily work.

 

In today’s world, communication and social engagement have shifted dramatically towards digital platforms. Youngsters are immersed in gaming, social media, and online activities—not only as passive consumers, but also as active contributors, moderators, and creators within those spaces. Despite their digital fluency, many lack the awareness and guidance needed to use these tools meaningfully and responsibly.

 

Our project addressed this gap by developing an innovative youth work approach that aligns with digital realities and supports inclusion, active citizenship, and community engagement—especially among immigrant and marginalised youth.

 

 

Partners in this project:

 

BANGHERANG ASSOCIAZIONE DI PROMOZIONE SOCIALE (IT)

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR)

YOUTH POWER/UNG KRAFT (SE)

YOUTH POWER GERMANY EV (DE)

  • Empower youth workers with knowledge and skills to integrate digital tools in everyday youth work, with special attention on inclusion.

  • Improve knowledge management in youth organisations by building competences in gamification and escape room methodology, both online and offline.

  • Encourage more youth workers to implement creative, low-cost, innovative online/offline activities using gamification.

  • Attract more immigrant and marginalised youth by replicating engaging adventure rooms and gamified youth work formats in local communities.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

Project was successfully completed with following outcomes:

O1 – E-learning course “Digitalisation of youth work for inclusion”
O2 – Toolkit “Gamification and Escape room methodology in online and offline youth work for inclusion”

 

We expect following direct participants / beneficiaries of our project:
– 8 staff / project managers and assistants;
– 12 teachers/trainers/researchers and technicians working on the intellectual outputs;
– 20 multipliers youth workers that will test the outputs with at least 80 youngsters (with fewer opportunities) on
local level
– 60 participants of the multiplier events’ conferences, with at least 100 youngsters participating at low-cost
escape rooms at the multipliers’ events

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Entrepreneurial mind-set development through youthwork

Entrepreneurial mind-set development through youthwork

Project Overview

Project: Entrepreneurial mind-set development through youth work

Duration: 31.10.2019 – 30.10.2021

Reference Nr. 608526-EPP-1-2019-1-BA-EPPKA2-CBY-WB

Grant Amount: 141,635.4 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

This project is focused on empowering young women through entrepreneurship, particularly in youth work and education. Its aim is to build the capacity of youth organizations and their youth workers, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and developing skills for young women in local communities.

 

Youth today are the most educated generation in history, yet they face higher unemployment rates, especially young women. Across the EU, youth account for 38.5% of all unemployed individuals, with 4.6 million young people aged 15-24 without a job.

 

The situation is even more challenging for young women, with two-thirds of the unemployed youth population being female. Additionally, many of these women are single mothers, further exacerbating their economic struggles.

Partners:

SNAGA MLADIH/YOUTH POWER (BA)
YOUTH POWER GERMANY EV (DE)

CENTAR ZA NEFORMALNO
OBRAZOVANJE I CELOZIVOTNO UCENJE UDRUZENJE (RS)

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR)

BANGHERANG ASSOCIAZIONE DI PROMOZIONE SOCIALE (IT)

 

  • Strengthen Youth Organizations: Build the capacity of youth organizations, especially those focused on young women, to promote entrepreneurship locally.

  • Empower Young Women: Support young women’s entrepreneurship through dedicated empowerment centers and resources.

  • Enhance Youth Worker Skills: Equip youth workers with the knowledge and skills to foster entrepreneurial mindsets in young people.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

  • Training & Education: Organizing four educational training courses for youth workers and preparing 4 comprehensive curriculums to guide future work in youth entrepreneurship.

  • Development of Online Courses: Creation of 4 online courses, accessible to youth workers and young people, covering entrepreneurial mindsets and self-employment.

  • Study Visit & Dissemination: Conducting a study visit for youth workers and organizing local dissemination activities to ensure the knowledge gained was shared widely within communities.

  • Final Evaluation & Planning: At the project’s conclusion, a final evaluation meeting analyzed the project’s impact, results, and future steps for new initiatives.

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Creativity in youth sport work for reconciliation and acceptance of diversity

Creativity in youth sport work for reconciliation and acceptance of diversity

Project Overview

Project: Creativity in youth sport work for reconciliation and acceptance of diversity 

Duration: 31.10.2019 – 30.10.2021

Reference Nr. 608388-EPP-1-2019-1-XK-EPPKA2-CBY-WB

Grant Amount: 122,439 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

The CYSW4RD project harnessed the power of sport as a unifying tool to promote reconciliation, inclusion, and intercultural acceptance among youth in post-conflict regions.

 

Recognizing that teamwork in sports transcends differences in race, religion, and background, the project sought to channel this potential into effective youth work for peacebuilding.

 

Through a combination of training courses, study visits, and local dissemination actions, the project aimed to empower youth workers with tools and methods to use sports as a medium for dialogue, understanding, and community-building.

 

 

Partners:

 

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR) 

AKTIVNI MLADI U SRECNOJ EVROPI UDRUZENJE (RS) 

YOUTH POWER GERMANY EV (DE) 

SNAGAMLADIH/YOUTH POWER (BA)

BUILDING THE BALKANS (XK)

  • Empower youth workers in reconciliation-focused youth work using sports-based methods.

 

  • Organize creative, large-scale youth sport events that promote diversity and tolerance.

 

  • Facilitate knowledge exchange through study visits, particularly exploring practices in Germany.

 

  • Build a European community of youth workers engaged in sport-based reconciliation.

 

  • Produce intellectual outputs to support long-term capacity-building and knowledge management.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

The CYSW4RD project made a significant contribution to youth work in reconciliation, with tangible outcomes across partner countries:

  • Training and Learning:

    • 15 youth workers engaged in the evaluation and planning of youth-focused activities.

    • 29 youth workers were equipped with skills in reconciliation and intercultural understanding.

    • 14 youth workers explored effective practices from Germany.

    • 29 youth workers received specialized training in organizing large-scale youth sports events.

  • Resources Developed:

    • 3 guidebooks with developed training curricula.

    • 1 comprehensive handbook on organizing large-scale youth sport work events.

  • Youth Engagement:

    • 29 young people exchanged creative practices during youth events for reconciliation.

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Youth Integration – Through Art

Youth Integration – Through Art

Project Overview

Project: Youth Integration – Through Art 

Duration: 1.8.2019 – 31.5.2020

Reference Nr. 2019-2-DE04-KA105-018232

Grant Amount: 23,731 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

The motivation behind Youth Integration – Through Art was to equip youth workers and performing arts educators, many of whom were migrants and refugees themselves, with the competencies, tools, and methods needed to support the cultural integration of marginalized youth across Europe.

 

This project addressed several pressing needs within participating communities:

– the lack of effective cultural integration methods for young refugees and immigrants,
– insufficient training for youth workers and educators in inclusive, art-based approaches,
– limited opportunities for marginalized youth to engage in expressive, intercultural, and inclusive learning environments,
– weak cross-border collaboration between EU and Western Balkan countries in youth engagement through art,
– lack of awareness in local communities about the role of art in promoting diversity, inclusion, and tolerance.

 

By using performing arts and non-formal learning as tools for inclusion, the project introduced a creative and human-centered approach to youth work. The goal was to enable marginalized youth, including immigrants and refugees, to find a sense of belonging and purpose, while helping youth workers and educators become more effective facilitators of integration.

 

 

Partners on this project:

 

YOUTH POWER GERMANY EV (DE)

CENTAR ZA JACANJE CIVILNOG DRUSTVA (RS)

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR)

Okret (BA)

SOS TELEFON ZA ZENE I DJECU ZRTVE NASILJA (ME)

Youth Power International LTD (UK)

YOUTH POWER/UNG KRAFT (SE)

  • Empower youth workers and performing arts educators, especially those from marginalized backgrounds, with innovative, inclusive methods for cultural integration of young refugees and immigrants.
  • Promote the use of performing arts as a non-formal educational tool to engage marginalized youth and facilitate their participation in community and civic life.
  • Introduce and promote non-formal education methodologies within Erasmus+ and peer-to-peer education approaches.
  • Exchange good practices and creative strategies between organizations from the EU and the Western Balkans, strengthening networks and capacity for future cooperation.
  • Raise awareness in local communities about the value of intercultural dialogue, creativity, and diversity through art.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

The project directly improved the capacity of youth workers and educators in non-formal education and cultural inclusion. Participants returned to their communities with renewed confidence and innovative practices to apply in their organizations.

 

Key results included:

– The development and application of non-formal art-based methods for youth inclusion,
– Organization of local youth art events in partner countries to share project outcomes,
– Strengthened partnerships and networks between EU and Balkan youth organizations,
– New cooperation models for youth work focused on social inclusion and cultural diversity.

 

Participants also gained experience in intercultural collaboration and increased their awareness of the role art can play in healing, connecting, and empowering communities. As a long-term effect, youth organizations in partner countries are better equipped to support marginalized youth, launch inclusive initiatives, and foster collaboration across borders.

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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Youth work for inclusive youth employment and entrepreneurship

Youth work for inclusive youth employment and entrepreneurship

Project Overview

Project: Youth work for inclusive youth employment and entrepreneurship

Duration: 1.8.2019 – 31.1.2020

Reference Nr. 2019-2-DE04-KA105-018242

Grant Amount: 21,767 EUR

Donor: JUGEND für Europa, German National Agency for the Erasmus+ programme

What's About

Youth Work for Inclusive Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship was a European training course designed to empower youth workers to combat youth unemployment, particularly among young people with fewer opportunities.

 

The project focused on equipping youth workers with tools, knowledge, and non-formal education (NFE) methodologies to help youth improve their employability and entrepreneurial capacities. It brought together partners from 9 countries with a shared mission to reduce youth exclusion and enhance social inclusion through strategic, well-planned youth work and EU-supported programmes.

 

Participants were not only learners but also multipliers, bringing their new skills back to their communities to create long-lasting impact. The project emphasized peer learning, local and European cooperation, and sustainable actions aimed at inclusive youth employment.

 

 

Partners:

 

YOUTH POWER GERMANY EV (DE)

DRUSTVO ZA OPOLNOMOCENJE MLADIH – MOC MLADIH (SI) 

UDRUGA ZA UNAPRJEDENJE SUVREMENIH ZIVOTNIH VJESTINA OSTVARENJE (HR)

STICHTING MASTERPEACE (NL)

INSTITUT ZARAZVOJ MLADIH MAGISTERPAX MOSTAR (BA)

CENTAR ZA RAZVIJANJE OMLADINSKOG POTENCIJALA (RS)

SOS TELEFON ZA ZENE I DJECU ZRTVE NASILJA (ME)

YOUTH POWER/UNG KRAFT (SE)

ACT FOR SOCIETY CENTRE (AL)

  • Explore Youth Employment Trends:
    To discuss youth unemployment and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people with fewer opportunities across Europe.

  • Promote Shared Understanding of Inclusion:
    To align on key concepts and values in inclusive youth work.

  • Identify Needs of the Target Group:
    To define and understand the needs of excluded youth and how to support them toward inclusion.

  • Understand EU Policies:
    To learn how EU social inclusion and employment policies impact project and candidate countries.

  • Exchange Good Practices:
    To share successful employment and entrepreneurship initiatives that reduce youth unemployment.

  • Build Youth Workers’ Skills:
    To equip youth workers with tools to design long-term programmes on inclusive employment and entrepreneurship.

  • Support Local Action:
    To encourage youth workers to implement NFE activities that empower unemployed youth locally.

  • Promote Erasmus+ Opportunities:
    To introduce Erasmus+ Youth in Action and inspire future projects with marginalized youth.

The Objectives

Project RESULT

The training course will:

 

  • Improve the professional and personal capacities of youth workers

  • Strengthen partner organisations through new ideas and collaborations

  • Equip participants with tools to implement inclusive youth employment initiatives

  • Lead to the creation of at least 5 local/national and 4 European-level follow-up projects

  • Promote European values, youth cooperation, and inclusion at organisational, local, and European levels

  • Support participants in combating prejudice and social exclusion by working directly with marginalised youth

 

Multiplication Effect:

  • 9 multiplication workshops in partner organisations post-training

  • At least 45 additional youth workers reached indirectly

  • Development and application of at least 4 new Erasmus+ projects targeting youth unemployment

Von der Europäischen Union finanziert. Die geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen entsprechen jedoch ausschließlich denen des Autors bzw. der Autoren und spiegeln nicht zwingend die der Europäischen Union oder der Europäischen Exekutivagentur für Bildung und Kultur (EACEA) wider. Weder die Europäische Union noch die EACEA können dafür verantwortlich gemacht werden.

 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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