Building Resilient Communities: Youth Work and Natural Disasters
A training program focused on strengthening the role of youth work in building resilient communities, mitigating the impact of natural disasters on young people, and fostering Erasmus+/Youth projects addressing climate change challenges.
Description
Aim
To create a space for reflection, identification, and analysis of how youth work can contribute to building community resilience against natural disasters while empowering young people to take action.
Objectives
- Raise awareness on climate change and its impact on young people.
- Equip youth workers with tools to support communities before, during, and after disasters.
- Foster collaboration and Erasmus+/Youth initiatives to tackle disaster-related challenges.
- Strengthen the capacity of youth organizations in disaster preparedness and response.
Target Group
- Youth workers, trainers, and educators.
- Representatives of youth organizations and NGOs.
- Young leaders and activists passionate about climate resilience.
- Individuals interested in Erasmus+/Youth projects on disaster management.
Important to know
- The working language will be (international) English. Your English does not have to be perfect, but you need to be able to follow presentations and have discussions in English.
- You will be by default accommodated in twin rooms (a great opportunity to get to know a colleague youth worker better), but if you have a specific reason to have a single room, we can cater for that.
How to apply
- Apply via the Apply Now button on this page
- Follow the Erasmus+ Youth Greece Facebook page to be informed of future training courses. Or keep an eye on the European Training Calendar.
A draft agenda is attached at the end of this call.
Accommodation and food
The hosting NA of this offer will organise the accommodation and cover the costs for accommodation and food.
Participating countries
Eastern Partnership countries, Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries, Southern Mediterranean countries, Western Balkan countries
Working language
English
Participation fee
This project is financed by the participating National Agencies (NAs) of the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps Programme. The participation fee varies from country to country. Please contact your National Agency or SALTO Resource Centre (SALTO) to learn more about the participation fee for participants from your country.
Travel reimbursement
Please contact your NA or SALTO in order to know whether they would support your travel costs. If yes, after being selected, get in touch with your NA or SALTO again to learn more about the overall procedure to arrange the booking of your travel tickets and the reimbursement of your travel expenses.
