2022-1-HU01-KA151-YOU-000055331
Erasmus+ youth exchange
Balatonszárszó, Hungary
2023.11.05. – 11.14.
About the project
“Cool Youth for a Warm Planet” is a project of Csermely. The project aims to bring together passionate young individuals from diverse backgrounds under a common goal: to learn, share, and empower each other as activists for the environment. Ultimately, the project contributes to the capacity building and learning of youth within formal and non-formal education, aligning with the objectives of the Erasmus+ program.
Description
Environmental problems affect each one of us, no matter where we live or which language we speak. It is crucial to recognize our role and play an active part in resolving them. The next generations are most impacted by the consequences of climate change, therefore young people have been engaging in environmental activism for a while now. This Youth Exchange is an opportunity for such active young individuals to come together, share their experience, dive into interactive activities and group work, in order to gain a better understanding of certain environmental problems and acquire practical skills to engage in climate activism. The program will be rooted in non-formal educational methodology, which includes workshops, interactive games, and collaborative activities.
Objectives
- To foster environmentally conscious attitudes of young people, who not only understand the urgent need to protect our planet but also actively engage in meaningful activism.
- To equip participants with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
- To empower participants to become vocal advocates for the environment, through collaborative workshops, insightful discussions, and hands-on activities.
- To encourage participants to establish lasting connections with like-minded peers, creating a supportive network of environmentally conscious youth.
Expected results
- Knowledge about key environmental challenges facing the planet and the impact of climate change on local and global scales;
- Skills of effective communication for promoting environmental awareness, teamwork and collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving to create eco-friendly solutions in various contexts;
- Attitudes of responsibility towards environmental protection, confidence in advocating for environmentally-friendly practices within communities, a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity about the environment.
Participating countries
- COUNTRY
- Hungary
- Latvia
- Georgia
- Croatia
- Czechia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- 7
- 4
- 5
- 5
- 5
- 5
Financial Conditions/ Reimbursements:
We will organize the travel for you!
The course is implemented in the frame of the Erasmus+ Programme. The costs – including costs of full-board and accommodation during the program – will be covered by the organizers.
Participants are expected to cover insurance and any additional personal expenses.
If the participant fails to attend the event the organizers shall be compelled to charge him/her for any travel expenses covered by the organizers.
Accommodation:
Participants will be accommodate in a hotel at, Balatonszárszó, Hungary in 3-4 bedded rooms.
Each room has a private bathroom and toilet.
Bed linens and towels are provided.
Breakfasts, lunches, dinners per day will be provided by the organizers.
Participants Profile:
- 18-30 years old,
- able to communicate in English,
- motivated to meet people from different countries, explore topics related to the environment and engage in climate activism.
- Demonstrate respect and diversity of backgrounds within the group
- motivation to take part in a mutual learning process in a very intercultural setting;
- good level of English to follow the training and to contribute to it;
- wish and ability to participate fully in the event;
- Materials for Intercultural Evening: please bring food, drinks, music, or anything you find relevant to present your culture and/or country during the intercultural evening.
- Health insurance documents: the health/ travel insurance is in the responsibility of the participants, make sure you are covered during your stay in Hungary!
Contacts
Project coordinator:
Balint Torma
Tel: +36303506869
E-mail: balint.torma@meout.org
