Training courses
Mobility of youth workers and other specialists that support development of young people.
April 2026 | Portugal
F.E.V.E.R.
The second part of the F.E.V.E.R training course took place in Amarante, Portugal in April of 2026. The training focused on gender based violence and discrimination against women through various workshops and methods where participants were confronted with examples of gender based violence and potential solutions. Participants learnt how to spot and stop potential cases of gender based violence in places such as youth exchanges or schools.
November 2024 | Slovenia
Sexual Education in Youth Work
This training course focused on enhancing youth workers' and educators' approaches to sexual education. Through self-reflection, participants explored personal experiences, values, and beliefs and cultural predispositions. The program addressed sensitive topics such as body image, emotions, intimacy, and practical strategies for handling real-life scenarios. This training empowered participants to create informed, empathetic, and supportive environments for young people.
August 2026 | Germany
Performing Erasmus
The training course focused on learning and the role of reflection in the learning process. Participants explored who they are as learners and how they can support learning in classrooms, youth exchanges and other educational settings. Through experiential exercises, they experienced the process of learning something new, including the challenges and frustrations that come with it, and reflected on their own learning preferences, biases and limitations. By observing how others learn, participants also explored how differently people approach learning.
April 2024 | Turkey
Performing Erasmus
The training course held in Turkey involved 16 cultural and youth organizations. The aim was to share expertise in using performing arts to enhance youth work and improve young people's well-being and self-esteem. It introduced new partners to an informal network, promoting creative methods in Erasmus+ projects, and fostered collaboration to better meet the needs of young people and organizations.
December 2023 | Spain
Equality in Network
Training aimed to unite youth workers and non-formal education professionals to discuss challenges, share best practices, and develop strategies for improved collaboration with formal educators and stakeholders. Addressing pressing social issues like segregation, isolation, and cultural conflicts, especially in post-COVID urban settings, emphasizes the need for a multidimensional educational approach.
May 2023 | Slovenia
August 2023 | Germany
Birds and Bees
Two training courses were designed to provide essential knowledge and facilitate experience-sharing on sexual education for young people and within youth work. The topics covered include physical and mental development, safety, skills for youth workers, social dynamics, civic engagement, and relationships.
June 2023 | Germany
Take a Lead
Training focused on leadership exploration and facilitation development, enhancing the quality of international youth projects by refining participants' leadership skills. The program empowered participants to confidently lead groups and facilitate sessions throughout the project cycle, adeptly managing challenging situations, specific target groups, and embracing inclusivity.
March 2023 | Portugal
Greendex
This training course provided opportunities to assess both our personal sustainability and the sustainability of our projects. It introduced the Greendex app and initiated the first Erasmus+ forest, where offsets for our mobilities are being made.
September 2022 | Slovenia
Youth Runner
This training course was part of a capacity-building project focusing on the value of nonformal learning in youth work. Participants gained insights and reflections on the learning process, emphasizing the importance of building synergies among various youth work supporters.
Maj 2022 | Slovenia
September 2022 | Germany
Belonging to Nature
These two training courses aimed to bridge nature, wellbeing, and youth work. They introduced the concept of human ecology into youth work, providing new knowledge and skills for youth workers seeking to connect young people with nature and support their wellbeing.
April 2022 | Netherlands
Nature Intelligence
Participants of this training course underwent a transformative journey in our NQ-focused training course. They delved into the concept of Nature Intelligence, engaged in experiential activities, tested methodologies, and planned NQ integration into their work. Nature Intelligence, defining individuals' connection with nature and societal change, fueled this empowering experience, unlocking deeper connections and positive impacts.
March 2022 | Cyprus
Life. Your Most important design project
The aim of this training course was to develop the design thinking competencies of youth workers to effectively support young people in designing their personal and professional lives. The training empowered participants to approach life with optimism, empathy, holistic thinking, and collaboration, mirroring the mindset designers adopt when solving problems.
March 2022 | Slovenia
Building Up Myself
This training course was part of a capacity-building project focusing on the value of nonformal learning in youth work. Participants gained insights and reflections on the learning process, emphasizing the importance of building synergies among various youth work supporters.
July 2021 | Italy
Positive Conflict
Examining conflict is crucial in, especially where diverse backgrounds can breed interpersonal tensions based on political, religious, cultural, and linguistic differences.
The Theatre Experience creates trusting environments where participants explore various roles through improvisation, particularly focusing on daily conflicts. . Through this process, participants analyze their own conflict resolution methods, extract lessons, and aid others in their learning journey.
September 2019 | Italy
Positive Psychology
Childhood and adolescence are critical for mental well-being development. Positive Psychology focuses on personal growth rather than treating mental illness, emphasizing strengths, resilience, and intrinsic motivation. This training offered youth workers to design effective, PP-based projects tailored to their communities. Participants gained empowerment and skills to implement these programs.
October 2021 | Slovenia
The Key to NFL
Learning is a big part of our lives. In this international training course Key to NFL, participants were guided through the process of understanding what is nonformal learning, how the learning happens, more about the youth work and reflection. Training course was a perfect introduction to a learning component of the youth work for all the youth workers or other educators.
November 2019 | Slovenia
September 2021 | Italy
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence isn't fixed at birth; it's a skill we can develop throughout life. Sadly, these skills are often overlooked in schools and families. Older generations may view emotions as weakness and discourage their expression, leading to a culture where feelings are suppressed until they become overwhelming. Our training course aimed to help participants understand, feel, and express emotions effectively.
February 2018 | Spain
Multiple Intelligence
Did you think there was only one form of intelligence? Think again. This project drew inspiration from Howard Gardner's theory, which suggests that individuals possess varied kinds of intelligence, impacting how they learn, remember, perform, and understand. Gardner identified seven distinct learning styles, which were creatively showcased through theatrical presentations in nonformal learning settings.