ToT | Planet beyond boundaries: Navigating youth projects in times of transformation

The climate crisis and the rapid loss of biodiversity call for a social-political change in mindset and action as well as a fundamental change in the way our economies work. Our vision is a "good life for all" within the planetary boundaries[1], with the aim of achieving a fair distribution of global prosperity.

The training course „Planet beyond boundaries: Navigating youth projects in times of transformation“ wants to raise awareness to the challenges connected to the breached boundaries of our planet for young people and youth work. Together, we would like to explore planetary boundaries, create a common understanding of sustainability and develop creative ideas to engage young people facing socio-ecological challenges.

Objectives of the training:

• exploring planetary boundaries and their implications for sustainability and youth work
• sharing best practices and tools for integrating sustainability topics into youth projects
• developing creative approaches to engage young people in socio-ecological transformation
• building a network of trainers, youth workers, and youth leaders in the field of social-ecological transformation including an opportunity to further engage as trainers in future youth projects

[1] CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 (Credit: Azote for Stockholm Resilience Centre, Stockholm University. Based on Richardson et al. 2023, Steffen et al. 2015, and Rockström et al. 2009)

When and where?

The training course takes place from 22nd March-28th March (including two travel days) in the International Youth Meeting Centre Krzyżowa, Poland.

Who can participate?

This training course is designed for trainers, youth workers, and youth leaders who

• already gained experience in the context of non-formal education
• are motivated in exploring innovative methods, developing practical tools to inspire young people towards transformative action
• have an interest to shape future youth projects that address socio-ecological challenges
• are fluent in English
• live in one of the Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries

By engaging in this course, participants will gain knowledge, skills and resources to navigate socio-ecological topics and get the opportunity to further engage as trainers in youth projects.

How to apply?

Please fill in the application form by 11th February, 2025.

The participants will be selected on the basis of motivation and the available number of places per country.

All admitted persons for participation in the training will be informed by 14th February, 2025. Persons who were not contacted are on a waiting list and will be contacted subsequently if spots become available.

Full board and accommodation (in double rooms) are included.

Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries

English

The participation fee depends on the country you live in. Full board and accommodation (in double rooms) are included.

Country group 1: 120 € – Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg

Country group 2: 80 € – Czechia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Estonia, Croatia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, Malta

Country group 3: 50 € – Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Türkiye

Participation fees should not be a barrier to joining this training. If you are unable to cover the fee, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will find a solution.

Unless specified otherwise, the organiser will support travel costs of selected participants of their countries. If you are selected, please get in touch with us to arrange the booking of your travel tickets and the reimbursement of your travel expenses. Do not book your travel independently.

We will help you to find the best itinerary. We strive to protect the environment and act sustainably. Therefore, we encourage participants to avoid travelling by plane wherever possible.