Associaton for cultural, sport and educational development “World of Change”

Association for Cultural, Sport and Educational development “World of Change” is a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded at the city of Valandovo - North Macedonia, by an initiative of a group of young and highly motivated people with the mission/vision of promoting the personal and professional development among young people, their stimulation, encouragement and support to achieve their fullest potential as through active work and activities on the local and international level.

"World of Change" NGO's main objective is using different activities to encourage the personal and professional development of the citizens through non-formal education, reaching their potential and capacity of becoming an active part of social, economical, cultural and the civil society, to contribute in the creation of responsible educational and environmental development and to become the drivers and the voice of positive change, drawing attention to lifelong learning.

We aim to develop intercultural dialogue and understanding among young people, crossing all the differences based on different backgrounds (religious, ethnic, cultural, geographical, economical), to make it possible for everyone to understand the concept of social integration and to stimulate the acquisition of skills through non-formal education mainly (workshops, project development, cultural activities, international mobility, volunteering) in a multicultural environment.

The "World of Change" NGO participates in various initiatives and events on a local, national and international level as volunteers. Also, we aim to organize training, workshops and seminars in order to provide the youth with new skills on different topics and improve the work for the benefit of the youth.

Nowadays, the organization is actively working and it's one of the fast-growing NGO's in our country.

Association "World of Change" works to:
- To promote non-formal education and training.
- To promote active participation and volunteering.
- To promote human rights, tolerance values, equal opportunities, democracy, active citizenship and solidarity.
- To increase international understanding and cooperation.
- To promote the principles of the European Union and European citizenship.
- To promote European values and the strength of European identity.
- To promote the popularization of democratic ideas.
- To promote, encourage and support the youth actions, initiatives and ideas for better sustainable development strategy on local, national and international levels.
- To promote youth participation in the decision-making processes of civil society.
- To develop the creative potential of the youth.
- To promote the sport, outdoor activities and a healthy lifestyle as a tool for improving the qualify of life.
- To promote nature protection, climate change, zero waste, clean water and sustainable energy.
- To promote entrepreneurship and leadership.
- To promote art, music and culture.
- To promote the development of rural/urban areas and environmental protection.
- To promote cultural diversity, youth employment and intercultural dialog.
- To support the social inclusion of young people with fewer opportunities.
- To fight against discrimination issues of gender equality, marginalized groups (minorities and refugees), hate speech and racist prejudices.

Available downloads:

World of Change - PIF.docx

Associaton for cultural, sport and educational development “World of Change” has 12 current projects:

Digital tools for youth workers

TC "Digital tools for youth workers" aims to equip youth workers with the necessary digital skills and knowledge to enhance their work with young people.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Training and Networking
Digital Volunteers Empowering Youth in the Digital Era

YE "Digital volunteers empowering youth in the digital era" aims to equip young people with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the digital age.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2025-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Digital Literacy and Social Inclusion

YE "Digital Literacy and Social Inclusion" aims to enhance digital skills among marginalized groups to bridge the digital divide and foster social inclusion.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2025-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Media literacy for green and inclusive communities

YE "Media literacy for green and inclusive communities" aims to empower young people by teaching them how to use media as a tool to raise awareness.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Empowering Youth Workers through Social Entrepreneurship

TC "Empowering Youth Workers through Social Entrepreneurship" aims to create a new generation of empowered youth workers.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Training and Networking
Fostering Entrepreneurial Skills in Young People

YE "Fostering Entrepreneurial Skills in Young People" aims to aims to empower youth by equipping them with essential entrepreneurial skills.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Strengthening Gender Equality Through the Power of Sports

TC "Strengthening Gender Equality Through the Power of Sports" aims to empower youth workers to use sports as a tool to promote gender equality.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Training and Networking
Creating a Wealth of Health

YE "Creating a Wealth of Health" aims aims to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition and physical activity.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Sport as a tool for social inclusion promotion among rural youth

YE "Sport as a tool for social inclusion promotion among rural youth" aims to foster social inclusion among rural youth by utilizing sport as a dynamic tool.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Sports Without Limits

YE "Sports Without Limits" aims to bring together young people to explore the role of sports in promoting functional diversity and inclusion.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Together for Earth's Future

YE "Together for Earth's Future" aims to inspire a sense of global responsibility and empower participants to drive positive environmental change.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges
Social Inclusion through Environmental Non-Formal Education

YE "Social Inclusion through environmental non-formal education" aims to empower young people to become active participants in their communities.

This project takes place:
from 2025-01-01 till 2026-01-01

and relates to:
Youth Exchanges

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Associaton for cultural, sport and educational development “World of Change” is

a Non-profit/Non-Governmental Organisation
based in Republic of North Macedonia (Valandovo)

Republic of North Macedonia Valandovo

and interested in:

Youth Exchanges
Volunteering Activities (formerly EVS)
Training and Networking
Transnational Youth Initiatives
Strategic Partnerships
Capacity Building
Meetings between young people and decision-makers

Associaton for cultural, sport and educational development “World of Change” in 160 characters:

Association “World of Change” is a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded by an initiative of a group of young and highly motivated people.

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http://otlas-org.salto-youth.net/18744