Study Visit in the field of inclusion of migrant youth

Background & Context

Şanlıurfa sits at a historical and geographic crossroads. As one of the cities hosting the highest populations of displaced persons and migrants in the region, its local ecosystem has accumulated extensive, hard-earned expertise in crisis response, social cohesion, and the integration of migrant youth.

This Study Visit is designed to move beyond theoretical frameworks and provide an unfiltered, on-the-ground look at how local NGOs, youth centers and municipal bodies navigate the complexities of inclusion. Participants will observe the direct application of non-formal education methodologies and youth work practices in high-stakes environments.

Objectives of the Study Visit

Field Observation: To explore successful and challenging practices in the social, educational and economic inclusion of migrant youth in Şanlıurfa.

Methodological Exchange: To analyze specific NFE tools and youth work approaches utilized by local practitioners to bridge cultural divides and foster community resilience.

Ecosystem Mapping: To understand the coordination between different stakeholders, including local government, civil society organizations and international agencies operating in the region.

Partnership Building: To facilitate networking among participants, serving as a catalyst for future joint projects under the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps (ESC) programs focusing on inclusion and diversity.

Draft Program Structure

The working methods will heavily rely on active participation, peer-to-peer learning, and critical reflection. The agenda will include:

• Visits to local youth centers and NGOs operating directly in migrant neighborhoods.
• Dialogue sessions with field workers, project coordinators and the target youth groups.
• Thematic workshops dissecting the transferability of local practices to other European contexts.
• Dedicated partnership-building blocks for future Erasmus+/ESC initiatives.

Participant Profile

We are looking for 30 participants who meet the following criteria:

• Active youth workers, social workers or project managers directly involved in the inclusion of migrant, refugee or minority youth.
• Professionals seeking to expand their operational capacity and build international partnerships within the Erasmus+ and ESC frameworks.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Committed to fully attending the program and disseminating the acquired knowledge within their home organizations.

The hosting NA of this offer will organise/cover the accommodation, programme and food.

The accommodation will be in single rooms. 

Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries, Partner Countries Neighbouring the EU

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Please get in touch with the NA of your country of residence.

No participation fee for participants from Partner Countries.

FOR ERASMUS+ PROGRAM COUNTRIES

The NA of your country of residence will reimburse your travel costs.  Before applying, please contact the NA in your country of residence to confirm if they are willing to cover your travel expenses for this activity.

FOR PARTNER COUNTRIES

Turkish National Agency will reimburse travel expenses of participants from partner countries. Details will be sent to those who are selected.