ABOUT THE PROJECT
The aim of the youth project was to map the problems and strengths of the lifestyles in current society and their possible outcomes, raising youth awareness and finding solutions in the process. We discussed the role of an individual regarding their own sustainability and also of that of the Earth. As a passive bystander, we may threaten the well-being of several generations, which is why one of the focus of the project was civic activity. Only an individuals themselves can deliver real change by making steps towards it. The aim of the project was to help the participating young people to reach real actions, through which they can positively influence the world around them.
To actually implement positive change, it’s important for the individuals themselves to be sustainable and effective in their lives. The second goal of the project was to encourage young people to work out their strengths and find a self-caring mentality for themselves. This helps young people to figure out their role in the world and their role in the sustainability of the world. This theme was explored day-by-day and self-reflection itself was the theme of the last day. In addition, extra objectives of the project were to widen the participants world views, strengthen their analytical and argumentative skills and improve their foreign language skills by getting to know different cultures and traditions. |
THE AIMS
Through this project we aim the following objectives:
- raise awareness on different ways of sustainable living and why it’s necessary
- analyse critically the sustainability of one’s lifestyle
- promote self-reflection and define participants’ competences, ways to contribute to one’s community
- develop possible solutions to carry out in each participants life
- inspire change through small actions, give courage to take the first step
Through this project we aim the following objectives:
- raise awareness on different ways of sustainable living and why it’s necessary
- analyse critically the sustainability of one’s lifestyle
- promote self-reflection and define participants’ competences, ways to contribute to one’s community
- develop possible solutions to carry out in each participants life
- inspire change through small actions, give courage to take the first step
ERASMUS +
Erasmus+ is the EU's programme to support education, training, youth and sport in Europe. Its budget of €14.7 billion will provide opportunities for over 4 million Europeans to study, train, and gain experience abroad.
Set to last until 2020, Erasmus+ doesn't just have opportunities for students. Merging seven prior programmes, it has opportunities for a wide variety of individuals and organisations. Detailed information on these opportunities, including eligibility criteria, is available in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide. An indicative funding guide for some centralised opportunities is also available. The aim of Erasmus+ is to contribute to the Europe 2020 strategy for growth, jobs, social equity and inclusion, as well as the aims of ET2020, the EU's strategic framework for education and training. Erasmus+ also aims to promote the sustainable development of its partners in the field of higher education, and contribute to achieving the objectives of the EU Youth Strategy. The outcomes of Erasmus+ are available in reports and compendia of statistics, as well as through the Erasmus+ Projects Platform, which includes most of the initiatives funded by the programme, as well as a selection of good practices and success stories. |
Youth exchanges allow groups of young people from different countries to meet, live together and work on shared projects for short periods.
Youth exchanges take place outside the school environment. On a youth exchange, you can expect to participate in activities such as workshops, exercises, debates, role-plays, outdoor activities and more. Participants' learning experiences are recognised through a Youthpass. Youth exchanges last between 5 and 21 days. This excludes travelling time Youth exchanges are open to people between the ages of 13 and 30. To be a group leader in a youth exchange, you must be at least 18 years-old. Youth exchanges are managed by youth organisations, informal groups of young people or other organisations. The EU grant supports travel as well as practical and activity-related costs necessary for the exchange |