2023-1-HU01-KA151-YOU-000118035
Erasmus+ youth exchange
Balatonszárszó, Hungary
2023.23.11. – 1.12.
About the project
“Youth for Green future” 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 concrete activists for the environment. Both as an individual and as a member of an organization, by making naturally use of the local surroundings, partners and suppliers. The project contributes to the capacity building and hands-on learning of youth within formal and non-formal education, aligning with the objectives of the Erasmus+ program.
Description:
Environmental problems are much in the news and affect each one of us, no matter which background we have. What we can concretely do is less prominent in the media. It is crucial to learn our role and play, actively working to find good eco-practice through thought and action. The next generations are most impacted by the consequences of climate change. This Youth Exchange is an opportunity for such active young individuals to come together, share their experience, dive into interactive activities and inspiring group work, in order to gain a better understanding of tools, activities, events and actions greening youth activities, and to acquire practical skills and knowledge in various fields of eco-friendly practices. 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 own lifes, communities and beyond.
- To empower participants to become vocal advocates for the environment, through collaborative workshops, insightful discussions, and hands-on activities that also aim for down-to-earth and tangible results.
- To encourage participants to establish lasting connections with like-minded peers, creating a supportive network of environmentally conscious youth
Expected results
- Knowledge about environmental challenges, the impact of climate change on local and global scale, and insights on human influence on the environment. Knowledge about good eco-practices and tools in Youth Work, focussing on existing skills and techniques, strategies and solutions to make our activities more sustainable or even regenerative.
- Skills in best eco-friendly practices as individual and organizer of youth work activities; 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, an attitude of feeling empowered to be able to make a tangible result, no matter the context. a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity about the environment of which we are a part.
Participating countries
- COUNTRY
- Hungary
- Georgia
- Albania
- Romania
- Croatia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- 5
- 2
- 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.
During the exchange, we promote a mindful way of using resources and space.
Participants will be asked and positively encouraged to follow a sustainable way of work- and life-style, encompassing our activities, (low animal protein) food and drink, use of the venue, materials present, and means of preferably green travel.
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!