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Training Course
2-10 November 2025 | Merine, Lecce, Italy
A 7-day residential Erasmus+ training for 24 youth workers from Romania, Italy, Spain, Greece, Poland, Sweden & Cyprus. Dive into holistic facilitation, resilience & well-being through nature-based methodologies.
You will:
• Explore the Natural Intelligence framework (Body, Mind, Heart & Soul)
• Practice experiential learning, outdoor education, storytelling & land art
• Build ecological awareness & sustainable behaviours
• Co-create follow-up initiatives & future Erasmus+ projects
Methodologies
• Experiential Learning & Outdoor Education: Deep nature connection, ecology frameworks
• Somatic & Mindfulness Practices: Body-based exercises, reflective journaling
• Mentoring & Peer Coaching: Circles, deep listening & embodied guidance
• Storytelling & Land Art: Myths, personal narratives & creative installations
• Artistic Expression & Movement: Drawing, theater, eco-sculpture, dance & contact improvisation
Who Can Apply?
• Youth workers, trainers, educators, NGO leaders, coaches & mentors (18+)
• Intermediate English level
• Residency in one of the partner countries
Trainers
Sara Marzo (Italy – VulcanicaMente APS)
Bogdan Romanică (Romania – Dreams for Life)
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The application deadline was 24 August 2025.
Date of selection: 27 August 2025
http://trainings.salto-youth.net/13833
This Training Course is
for 24 participants
from Cyprus, Italy, Poland, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Spain, Sweden
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth leaders, Youth project managers, Volunteering mentors, Youth coaches
Working language(s):
English
VulcanicaMente APS (Youth NGO)
VulcanicaMente APS is a non-governmental organization (NGO) founded in 2012 and based in Lecce, Italy. It was established as an open platform to offer learning and growth opportunities through intercultural and intergenerational exchange.
Our mission is to empower generations, starting with youth, to become active citizens who contribute to creating a better world.
Contact for questions:
Sara Marzo
E-Mail:
Phone: +393805082104
To support VulcanicaMente's local projects not funded, we kindly invite you to consider making a donation between 40 to 100 Euros based on your financial capacity. The donation is not compulsory,
All main expenses are fully covered by the project through the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.
FOOD
Participants will receive three freshly prepared vegetarian meals per day, plus snacks and coffee breaks.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is provided for 8 nights at Villa Diana, in shared rooms or glamping tents with 3 to 5 people and shared bathrooms, surrounded by nature near Merine, South Italy. Some beds are double and might be shared according to participants agreement.
Travel costs are reimbursed up to a set amount. Participants are strongly encouraged to choose green travel options (train, bus, carpooling).
Additional support is available to cover food and accommodation for travel days, upon justification.
Travel insurance can also be reimbursed within the travel budget.
Your reimbursement depends on how you travel:
Please select reasonable and economical means of transport (e.g. student fares, low-cost airlines, second-class train tickets). Taxi costs are only reimbursed in exceptional and justified cases.
EXTRA TRAVEL SUPPORT
If you choose green travel, you may also receive up to 120€ to cover food and accommodation during your travel days (maximum 2 days before and/or after the project). Valid receipts are required for this extra reimbursement.