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Training Course
11-16 January 2027 | Bilbao/Getxo, Spain
About the training:
The six-day international training (11-17 January 2027, with travel on 10/17) in Bilbao/Getxo, Spain, is the second learning activity of the project CJ SUPERHEROES – From Readers to Leaders: Citizen Journalism Superheroes. It is aimed at people working in or engaged with non-formal education, youth work and civil society organisations who are interested in developing their storytelling and citizen journalism skills. This includes youth workers, educators, trainers, facilitators, communication and PR practitioners, volunteers and other civil society actors who want to communicate their work and the issues they care about more effectively. No prior experience in journalism or storytelling is required – amateurs and beginners are explicitly welcome and encouraged to apply!
During the training, participants will deepen their knowledge and practical skills in citizen journalism by exploring the content of the project's three learning modules. They will work on developing and refining journalistic stories, receive expert feedback and guidance, and learn how to bring their contributions to a wider audience, including through publication in reputable media outlets.
Beyond individual skill development, the training will explore how citizen journalism and storytelling can be used in non-formal learning, youth work and civil society to promote media literacy, critical thinking, active citizenship and public engagement. Participants will also gain methods and practical knowledge that they can share with colleagues and introduce into their own organisations – for example, to strengthen communication, PR, dissemination activities or learning opportunities for young people and other target groups.
How to apply and how participants will be selected:
All applicants interested in taking part in the training must first enter the project's International Online Citizen Journalism Competition (see attached flyer for details). We strongly encourage applicants to submit their competition entries by 8 November, the official competition deadline; however, to allow more people to apply for the training, KulturLife will exceptionally accept entries submitted as training applications until 20 November.
Participants can submit an original contribution in text, video or audio format, addressing a topic they consider important to their local community. It is important to please note that you are applying via KulturLife.
The training places will be offered according to the competition rankings, with the four highest-ranked participants from each partner country being invited first. If any of these participants are unable or do not wish to attend, the opportunity will be offered to the next eligible participant in the ranking. This means that taking part in the competition is the first step towards joining the international training.
The training combines practical skill development, expert mentoring and international exchange, giving participants the opportunity to strengthen their storytelling abilities and bring new approaches and skills back to their professional or organisational contexts.
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http://trainings.salto-youth.net/15515
This Training Course is
for 4 participants
from Germany, Lithuania, Romania, Spain
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth leaders, Youth policy makers, Volunteering mentors, Youth coaches, Youth researchers
Accessibility info:
This activity and venue place are accessible to people with disabilities.
Working language(s):
English
KulturLife gGmbH (Youth NGO)
KulturLife is a non-profit organisation based in Kiel, Germany, specialising in intercultural exchange, global learning and international cooperation. Since 1995, KulturLife has been creating opportunities for people of different backgrounds to learn from one another and fostering a more inclusive, respectful and interconnected society. Through its European project work, KulturLife develops and implements educational initiatives that promote social participation, inclusion and lifelong learning. As co-organiser of this training, KulturLife brings its experience in international project coordination and non-formal education, supporting the exchange of knowledge and practical skills across borders.
Contact for questions:
Henni Kuchenbecker
E-Mail:
Phone: +49 431 888 14 29
No participation fee expected.
Accomodation and food will be organised by the hosting and partner organisations.
Travel costs will be reimbursed after the training. For countries within the 500-1999 km distance band from the training location in Spain, reimbursement will be up to 309€.