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Call for youth workers and educators for Environmental Education training in Albania

TDM 2000 International is looking for 5 participants from Italy to take part, on 10-16 December 2024, in the Training of Trainers (ToT) for Environmental Education to be hosted by Beyond Barriers in Durres, Albania, as part of the project Youth-CARE.

The program is completely financed by the EU through the Capacity Building KA2 action of the Erasmus + program and will give the chance to participants from Italy, Albania, Montenegro and Greece to share and learn about different non-formal education techniques for Environmental Education.

Experience in this field is a must, as well as a communicative level of English.

The EU funds covers travel up to a budget limit, food,

P2P partners meeting in Greece

On September 27th, 2024, a partner’s meeting for the “Play to Participate – Participate to Play” project took place in Kavala, Greece. During the meeting, all partners came together to review the tasks completed so far, assess the progress made, and identify any outstanding tasks. The agenda included discussions on upcoming events and project milestones.

Partners exchanged feedback on their experiences and shared best practices, fostering a collaborative environment that aimed to enhance the project’s impact.

The meeting ended with a confirmation of roles and an agreement on the next steps leading to the project’s successful completion. The gathering helped reinforce a shared commitment to the objectives

Updates from Youth-CARE project

The comparative case study analysis developed within the Youth-CARE project, based on the surveys and research carried out in Greece, Albania and Montenegro, aiming to bridge the gap in environmental education, is finally available.

Want to find out more?

You can download the manual and read all the facts, data and best practices collected, on the topic of youth and environmental education, on our digital library or directly at this link:

https://www.tdm2000international.org/digital-library/a-comparative-case-study-analysis-on-youth-environmental-education/

Empowering Youth Through Sport: A Transformative Training Course in Serbia

From July 16 to 22, 2024, Vrnjacka Banja, Serbia, became a hub for youth empowerment as participants gathered for a transformative training course under the project “Play to Participate – Participate to Play.” This initiative addresses the critical need for young citizens to engage actively in social and civic activities, particularly within sports and community decision-making. The project aims to create a participatory system that promotes youth activities focused on political and social issues, utilizing sport as a vehicle for engagement. By empowering young people to participate in decision-making, the project seeks to ensure their voices are heard in shaping the solutions that affect their lives. Key Objectives of the Course:
The

Youth and youth policy: TDM 2000 International met with EP President Metsola

On the occasion of the closing of the project “Youth Work Seal – Taking the Youth Work to the Next Level” we met with the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola in Brussels on July 8th. The meeting, had as its theme the promotion of youth active citizenship and dialogue between young people and institutions through the presentation of the results of the project.
Cases of excellence and good practices of youth democratic inclusion and participation, implemented locally by TDM 2000 International and the project’s partner organizations, were brought to the president’s attention.
These included communication campaigns, area workshops, debates, and creative projects. President Metsola complimented the results of the work done

Conclusion of the “EU4SARDINIA” Project

After a ten-month series of initiatives, the “Together Towards Democracy: Connecting Europe and Sardinia through European Values – EU4SARDINIA” project co-funded by the European Union has successfully concluded. This project, designed to strengthen the connection between Sardinia and Europe by promoting democratic values and active citizenship, engaged numerous participants through various events and activities. The efforts of TDM 2000 International and its collaborators have left a lasting impact on the local community, fostering a deeper understanding of European values and encouraging civic participation across the region of Sardinia.

Reminder to Vote for European Elections

As the elections draw near, TDM 2000 International, through the “EU4Sardinia” project, reminds everyone of the importance of voting. Your vote is your voice in shaping the future of Sardinia and Europe. Participating in the electoral process is crucial to ensuring that your views and values are represented in the institutions that govern us. Whether it’s your first time voting or you’ve participated before, every vote counts in building a stronger, more democratic Europe. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference—head to the polls and have your say!

Credit picture: European Parliament

Educational Toolkit of the project ABCDemocracy

The activities of the ABCDemocracy project have officially ended, and together with the partners, we are engaged in testing the results, which include an evaluation of the toolkit containing the following tools:

VIDEO INTERVIEWS with policy makers, youth activists and members of youth associations
PODCASTS on current issues related to key European values
MICROLEARNING SESSION for in-depth study of historical,sociological and cultural topics
ESCAPE ROOM to encourage interaction and participation of younger people in an all “European” adventure.

The testing phase will last a few days and will take place in Italy, Spain and Cyprus involving both educators and youth workers, as well as young people as beneficiaries of the project activities.
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Awarding of the contest “Bagliori d’Europa”

Elia Frongia has been announced as the winner of the “Bagliori d’Europa” creative contest with his work “Il Caleidoscopio della Democrazia.” The contest, held as part of the “EU4Sardinia” project co-funded by the European Union, aimed to promote active citizenship through artistic expression. Frongia’s piece stood out for its powerful depiction of democratic values, earning him top honors in the competition.

TDM 2000 International extends heartfelt thanks to all participants, organizers, and collaborators for their dedication and hard work. Your contributions have been invaluable in making this initiative a success and in fostering a deeper connection to European values.

Credit: Elia Frongia

YouPlay 2nd Podcast

Welcome to the 2nd Podcast of the International Project YouPlay, In this episode, we are discussing about the importance of youth engagement and empowerment through gamification.