The European Rural Youth Summit will take place in Panaci, Romania from 29 August to 2 September 2023. The Summit aims to strategically develop the rural youth ecosystem in Europe. It brings together young people from rural areas across Europe, youth workers, youth organisers, and decision-makers. Organised by the European Youth Village Program, this summit provides a platform for rural youth to raise their voices, share experiences, and discuss rural youth work and rural development.

Objectives of the Event

The European Rural Youth Summit has the following objectives:

– Create a space for dialogue between rural youth and decision-makers to address the challenges and opportunities facing rural areas in Europe;

– Provide a learning and participation context for rural youth to engage with experts and peers on rural development issues. This enables them to develop their knowledge and skills and promotes their role in shaping the future of Europe;

– Raise awareness about the importance of rural development and support the development of policy recommendations to improve the situation of rural youth in Europe.

The European Rural Youth Summit will be open to the following groups:

1. Rural youth from across Europe: young people aged 16-30 who live or come from rural areas in Europe. They could be students, workers, entrepreneurs, or activists who are passionate about rural development and want to make a difference in their communities;
2. Experts and practitioners: Youth workers, community organisers, and representatives of non-governmental organisations interested in scaling the European Youth Village program in their countries;
3. Policymakers and decision-makers: Representatives from the European Union, national and local governments, and organisations involved in rural development and the rural youth sector. 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of the European Rural Youth Summit. Apply by 15 June and join the event!

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The FundYOUth training course, taking place on 22-23 June 2023 in Belgrade, Serbia, aims to empower youth organisations by enhancing their ability to adapt and diversify their funding sources. In an ever-changing world, it has become crucial for youth work to be resilient and sustainable. This training course offers professionals in the field an opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for transforming resilience and sustainability into everyday reality within their organisations.

Is FundYOUth Training for You?

If you are involved in managing a youth NGO, working as a project coordinator, or responsible for areas such as fundraising, partnership building, project implementation, or strategic planning, FundYOUth is the perfect training course for you. It offers practical guidance and strategies tailored to your professional role, enabling you to enhance the resilience and growth of your organisation.

Objectives

The FundYOUth training course is designed to help you achieve the following objectives:

– Increase awareness about diverse funding opportunities;

– Strengthen understanding of own organisational capacity – where you are and what challenges and opportunities need to be tackled;

– Build strategic and tactical steps to ensure organisational resilience and growth – diversify funding, build partnerships and increase your reach and impact.

The FundYOUth training course is led by experienced youth trainers who have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by young people and youth workers. Their expertise will guide you through the training, facilitating interactive activities and fostering meaningful discussions. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals, exchanging ideas and experiences in a supportive environment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your organisation’s resilience and sustainability. Apply by 31 May 2023!

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Gomarduli Adventure Education: Methodological and Networking Seminar for ESC Professionals

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The Gomarduli Adventure Education Seminar is an upcoming event that offers a unique platform for professionals in the European Solidarity Corps sector to engage in discussions, share methodologies, and build networks. This seminar, taking place from 2nd to 7th October 2023, will be held in the beautiful Gomarduli village, located in the scenic Adjara region of Georgia.

The Seminar Overview

At this seminar, participants will have the opportunity to explore adventure education as an approach within non-formal learning. The focus will be on sharing methods and experiences in adventure, outdoor, and experiential learning. The event will also serve as a platform for networking and fostering collaborations for future European Solidarity Corps projects.

The seminar will adopt an open format, encouraging active participation from all participants. It will be a community of practice laboratory, where participants are invited to contribute their own approaches and methodologies in adventure, experiential, and outdoor education. This collaborative learning environment will be further enriched by networking and partnership building, facilitating the emergence of innovative youth project ideas.

Participants and Team

All participants attending the seminar will form the team, with some individuals being invited to facilitate specific sessions throughout the event. The seminar is designed for approximately 24-28 persons, representing various stakeholders of the European Solidarity Corps program, including trainers, mentors, coordinators, and National Agencies officers, among others.

Potential participants should meet the following criteria:

– Interest in Adventure Education and a desire to share approaches and methods.

– Involvement in any capacity within the European Solidarity Corps program.

– Working knowledge of English, the working language of the seminar.

– Availability to actively participate for the entire duration of the event.

– Openness to unexpected and surprising learning situations.

It’s important to note that this seminar is centered around Adventure Education and will require full participation from morning till evening. Unlike traditional sessions divided into fixed time slots, this seminar embraces a flexible approach. However, breaks will be provided during the process.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge of adventure education, share best practices, and connect with professionals in the European Solidarity Corps sector. Apply by 4th June 2023!

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Enhancing Quality Label Expertise: Solidarity Corps Training

SoliDARE 2023, Strengthening European Solidarity Corps Community

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Are you a project manager or youth leader involved in Solidarity Corps projects? Are you looking to build partnerships and connect with a community of like-minded professionals? If yes, SoliDARE – European Meeting for Organisations in the Solidarity Corps is the event for you!

Taking place in Prague, Czech Republic from 18-22 September 2023, SoliDARE aims to bring together representatives from organisations and informal groups active in the European Solidarity Corps. The event aims to continue building up the community of organisations in the program.

Overview of the Seminar

SoliDARE aims to achieve the following objectives:

• Provide space for networking and creation of future partnerships;
• Bring inspirations;
• Build a sense of membership for a Solidarity Corps program community.

The event will include inputs from experts, open space for participants, and space to exchange solutions to the challenges that organisations face in implementing actions supported by the Corps. The participants are expected to contribute to the program with their expectations, needs, and workshop proposals. The event will be a mixture between sharing experiences and community building for active organisations, informal groups, and young people.

The event is open to the following groups:

• Project managers of sending and hosting organisations in the Corps, having a Quality Label (all roles) and members of the teams managing the volunteering activities;
• Young people involved in managing solidarity projects (project coordinator or team member);
• NAs representatives;

The application deadline is 31 May 2023, and the date of selection is 19 June 2023. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with a community of like-minded professionals and build partnerships for your Solidarity Corps projects. Apply now for SoliDARE – European Meeting for Organisations in the Solidarity Corps!

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SALTO Seminar on European Solidarity Corps

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Are you interested in incorporating young people into your international activities? Do you want to learn about funding opportunities for your local projects? Join the SALTO Seminar on European Solidarity Corps: Activating Citizens – Municipalities/Local Authorities Making Use of the European Solidarity Corps.

The seminar will take place online on 13-20 June 2023 from 9:30 to 15:00 CET and is hosted by the Cyprus National Agency for E+ and ESC, the SALTO European Solidarity Corps Resource Centre, and the European Goes Local network. If you want to know more, keep reading!

Overview of the Seminar

The main aim of the seminar is to motivate and support municipalities to make use of the European Solidarity Corps Programme as a tool for social cohesion and solidarity. The seminar will explore how to bring sustainable added value to the local community by supporting the active engagement of young people in voluntary activities or solidarity projects.

The SALTO Seminar on European Solidarity Corps will:

– Present the funding opportunities of the new European Solidarity Corps Programme 2021-2027 to demonstrate how the programme works in practice.

– Highlight inspiring examples from Cyprus, other European countries, and the partner regions that illustrate how municipalities and their youngsters can benefit from the European Solidarity Corps.

– Showcase how volunteering within the European Solidarity Corps can foster social innovation, inclusion and can lead to a sustainable added value in communities.

– Offer space for networking, exchange of good practices and counseling through group work sessions.

– Present other opportunities for municipalities such as Erasmus+ and CERV that want to strengthen their existing networks through involving the young generation will be part of the seminar as well.

Target Group and Application Procedure

This seminar is recommended for a diverse range of participants including youth workers, leaders and project managers, policy makers, as well as representatives from municipalities, local authorities and youth councils and clubs.

This Seminar is for 30 participants from Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries Austria, Belgium – DE, Belgium – FL, Belgium – FR, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia. If you’re interested in participating, you can submit your application until 23/05/2023. The deadline to apply is 23 May 2023.

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ESC Buddy-Support System: SALTO SEE’s Measure for Western Balkans

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SALTO SEE has launched a new buddy-support system to help organisations from the Western Balkans (WB) to participate in the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). This measure is designed to support the quality and quantity of volunteering projects and matches two organisations to collaborate on peer support and activate accredited organisations in the WB.

Enhancing quality and enhancing partnership creation are the two main aspects of this measure. It addresses the needs of both experienced and less experienced organisations from the WB and ESC participating countries. Read on to find out more about this exciting support measure from SALTO SEE.

SALTO SEE’s ESC Buddy-Support System

The buddy-support system includes a series of online meetings and physical visits between organisations. The process begins with match-making to establish each Buddy Support Team, which then works individually during July and August. The timeframe for the implementation of the measure is June – September 2023.

Financial stimulation is also available in the form of a 400 EUR support for the experienced organisation. Once the measure is fully implemented, the experienced organisation is required to send a final report consolidated by both partners to claim the fee.

Interested organisations can apply by filling out an application form by May 12, 2023. For more information, you can contact andrej.troha@movit.si.

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If you are working in the NGO sector, you’re probably aware that it takes more than good intentions to make a real impact. Running an organisation requires dedication, skills, and a systemic approach to be able to reach your goals sustainably. Whether you are part of a young or an experienced NGO, the online course called NGO.Sustainable has something to offer to help take your organisation to the next level.

What is NGO.Sustainable?

NGO.Sustainable is an online training course designed by NGOs Synergy Bulgaria (BG), Roes Cooperativa (GR), Life Zone (EE) and FEIO (PL) to share their expertise in:

• strategic development; 
• branding and communication with target groups; 
• digital youth work; 
• international project management; 

This course is tailored to help organisations adopt a systemic approach to running an organisation. It offers a unique opportunity to learn new skills and adapt to an ever-changing context to make a real and positive impact.

By the end of the course, participants will have clarity about their next steps, feel more confident about branding and digital activities, as well as gain a new perspective on project management. In addition, you will have access to extra materials, templates, and examples of good practices in the NGO.Sustainable Library and be able to join the online FB community for personalised support.

NGO.Sustainable is a unique opportunity for young and less experienced NGOs to grow their organisations and scale their impact. Join the course today and upgrade your youth work skills to take on new opportunities and make a difference in your community.

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Connector 8.0: Non-Formal Learning for Professional Development

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Are you looking for a unique learning experience that promotes non-formal education and provides an international and multicultural context? Join Connector 8.0, an international training course organised by the Romanian National Agency. The event will take place from 3-8 July 2023 in Romania, and aims to create a space and context where participants become familiar with different non-formal learning methods that can be used in various learning contexts.

Overview of the Training Course Connector 8.0

Connector 8.0 is open to practitioners from all educational sectors, including representatives from schools, higher education, adult education, and vocational training. Other enthusiasts interested in non-formal learning are also welcome to apply.

Reasons to apply are many, for example the following:

– Expand Your Skills: connector 8.0 is a chance to become familiar with non-formal learning methods that can be used in your projects or daily learning contexts. The event will offer 8 practical workshops that promote non-formal learning with an emphasis on inclusion & diversity, green, and digital transformation.

– Experience International and Multicultural Learning: participants will have the opportunity to experience learning in an international and multicultural context. Connect with practitioners from all educational sectors, including youth workers, adult education practitioners, trainers, learning facilitators, teachers, educators, and support staff.

– Learning by Doing: the key element of Connector 8.0 is learning by doing. Participants will have the opportunity to practice different non-formal learning methods, such as debate, nonviolent communication, photovoice, forum theater, improvisation theater, storytelling, graphic facilitation, and living library.

Conclusion 

Connector 8.0 focuses on creating a collaborative space for sharing methods, instruments, practices, and efficient ideas for learning. Participants will learn how to create a proper framework to gain competencies and abilities in 2023 – the European Year of Skills. The event aims to create connections between non-formal learning and formal education, as well as a learning space with a focus on European values.

Join Connector 8.0 and expand your skills through non-formal learning. The application deadline is 14 May 2023. Don’t miss out on this unique learning opportunity!

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Are you interested in enhancing your diversity management skills and anti-racist behaviours? Join the “How to be an Antiracist” training course in Malta on 4-9 September 2023. This training course aims to strengthen anti-racist and anti-discriminatory behaviours and practices among youth professionals. 

If you want to know more about this training course, keep reading!

Objectives of the training

The objectives of the training course include gaining a better understanding of what racism is, reflecting on our own biases and organisational practices, and exchanging strategies, methods, and resources for combating racism and discrimination. Participants will also learn to apply these tools and strategies to Erasmus+ Youth in Action & European Solidarity Corps projects.

Here’s what you need to know about the training course:

– There will be 25 professionals working directly with young people on a regular basis, including youth workers, youth leaders, teachers, coaches, social and health workers, and employment officers;

– Participants who work with young racialised people and/or migrant backgrounds will be given priority;

– Participants should be interested in developing their diversity management skills and anti-racist behaviours, and motivated to develop international projects addressing (anti)racism as well;

– The seminar is co-organized by SALTO Inclusion & Diversity and the Maltese National Agency for the E+ program.

Don’t miss the opportunity to attend this training course and learn how to be an antiracist. Apply by April 28th!

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Apply for the Training Course “New Power in Youth”

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Are you a youth leader looking to make a positive impact in your local community and beyond? The Training Course “New Power in Youth” offers a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to initiate projects focused on youth participation. This partnership-building activity will take place from 19-24 June 2023 in Bucharest, Romania, and consists of online sessions and a residential event. The application deadline for applications is 28 April. If you want to know more about the project, keep reading!

Objectives and Programme

The Training Course “New Power in Youth” aims to support the quality development of Erasmus+ (E+) and European Solidarity Corps (ESC) projects focused on youth participation. Participants will learn about the possibilities within E+, namely Youth Exchanges and Youth Participation Activities, as well as ESC local projects. They will also explore citizenship in the European context and strengthen their understanding of participatory approaches.

The programme of activities includes:

• Two online sessions (2 hours each) organised between May and June 2023;
• Participation in the residential event (Bucharest);
• Participation in one online follow-up session, after the residential event;
• Three hours of mentoring for developing the project idea, after the residential event;
• Thematic inputs and nonformal learning activities on the topic of youth participation, citizenship in the European context, participatory activities, and the possibilities within the E+ & ESC Programmes;
• Spaces to share and exchange about the themes and topics identified at the local level and find commonalities between them;
• Spaces for partner-finding and project development within E+/ESC;

Who Should Participate?

The project lab is ideal for youth leaders and youth workers aged 18-35 who are interested in developing Erasmus+ or European Solidarity Corps projects focused on youth participation. They should have experience in managing projects and be able to communicate effectively in English. Priority is given to participants from Bulgaria, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, and SALTO SEE countries, but others are welcome to apply. Only one participant from the same organisation or informal group can attend. Don’t miss this opportunity, visit SALTO official website and apply by 28th of April.

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