Youth Woker Against Burnout

About the course

Youth Workers against Burnout supports youth workers in recognising work-related stress and early signs of burnout, developing practical self-care strategies and building supportive working environments. Participants will share experiences and develop tools they can apply in their organisations.

Learning objectives:

• Recognise common stressors and early warning signs of burnout in youth work.
• Develop practical approaches to self-care, workload management and professional boundaries.
• Strengthen communication, teamwork and peer support.
• Exchange approaches to sustainable and inclusive youth work.
• Create personal and organisational follow-up actions and reflect on learning through Youthpass.

Methods: The course uses non-formal and informal learning through workshops, case studies, role play, small-group work, wellbeing exercises, intercultural activities and daily reflection. Participants will connect the learning to their own practice and develop realistic action plans.