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New facilitators in the field- Artūrs and Aistė

IOUTH was a week-long adventure that was packed with enjoyable activities and games. Instead of staying in classrooms, participants in this youth exchange learned through hands-on experiences. They engaged in games, discussions, and workshops. These activities were more than just fun; they taught them about themselves, explored the fascinating world of technology, and, most importantly, …

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Teenagers from Around the World Celebrate in Perloja!

Imagine teenagers from six countries – Georgia, Hungary, Armenia, Spain, Latvia, and Lithuania – coming together in a small town in Lithuania called Perloja. That’s exactly what happened during the IOUTH youth exchange program! This wasn’t your typical school program; it was a week-long adventure filled with fun activities and games.Instead of sitting in classrooms, participants of this youth exchange learned by doing. They …

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Karina and her volunteering time in Italy/ Karina ir jos savanorystės patirtis Italijoje

LTIšvykimas gyventi į kitą šalį metams yra labai dviprasmiškas – vieni žavisi tavo drąsa, kiti mano, kad esi kiek pakvaišęs. Bet nepaisant to, ką galvoja kiti, mano metai Italijoje yra kol kas pats įsimintiniausias įvykis gyvenime. Ten aš savanoriavau su pabėgėliais ir prieglobsčio prašytojais, nes žadu su šia sritimi dirbti ir ateityje, tad norėjau įgyti …

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Empowering Youth Workers Through Self-Directed Learning: A Training Experience in Trakai, Lithuania

This article explores a unique 9-day training course held in the Trakai region of Lithuania, designed to empower youth workers by enhancing their competence based on the European Training Standard (ETS) Competence Model for Youth Workers to Work Internationally. Building Teams and Exploring the Field: Beyond the self-directed learning, the program offered opportunities for team …

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Sharing Knowledge at Lentvario M. Šimelionio Gymnasium: A Highlight of the ETSpert Training

The ETSpert training course for youth workers took a exciting turn with a visit to Lentvario M. Šimelionio Gymnasium. This wasn’t just a school visit though, it turned into a lively place where everyone learned from each other! Instead of classes, the gymnasium halls buzzed with ten workshops happening all at once. Here, the ETSpert …

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#artofdev The Art of Development: A Transformative Journey

The “Art of Development” program was an eight-day adventure that left us with lasting memories and valuable experiences. Our journey was a captivating blend of self-discovery, personal growth, and the exploration of youth work, coaching, embodiment, and creative expression. It happened in Georgia in Misaktsieli on October 23- November 1, 2023 and that’s what happened. …

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Diverse Communicator: understanding different cultures and stereotypes through art

Diverse Communicator is an Erasmus plus youth exchange, that brought together people from UK, Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Bulgaria and Italy to Kingswood Learningcentre in Ashford, United Kingdom.Diverse Communicator offers unique means by which we can explore ourselves (personal competence) and who we are in the wider world (social, citizenship and cultural awareness competences) to …

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A perspective of one Aware Thinker:

Erasmus+ Project “Aware Thinker” What is the capacity of connection with others? What are the limits? What is the process ofbecoming close? What is the process of including someone or oneself in a new environment?How to create a genuine connection?Within 9 days of being together, the Aware Thinker program was designed to explore thesequestions and …

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Story – Being Seen – Training Course in United Kingdom

Video branding is necessary not only for businesses, but also for social enterprises and non profits. Video branding is an essential competence for youth workers to use in so many contexts to amplify their own or organisation’s work. For all of us, who are part of not-for profit and social initiatives, it is always tricky to …

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Story – Neurostory II – Youth exchange in United Kingdom

37 participants from UK, Greece, Czech Republic, Lithuania, Spain, Italy, Romania gathered in the second part of Neurostory youth exchange in Kennington, United Kingdom. NEUROSTORY connect young people from different countries and is a host a space where they can practice storytelling and media literacy skills. In 9 days we are co-creating a story lab, where we can deconstruct …

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