Open Educational Vibes

Open Educational Vibes was established in Serbia on Europe's Day, 9th May, 2023. Therefore, Open Educational Vibes is non-governmental, non-profit, and non-political organization. The main goal is to support education, mobility and digitalization. They are specially created and selected based on the preferences of the target groups, in order to be able to respond to their needs as best as possible. Respect for inclusion, freedom of speech, freedom, human dignity and solidarity are guaranteed. Open Educational Vibes provides opportunities for multiple groups including students, youth workers, young people, teachers, professors, employed and unemployed people.

A passion for continued education is one of our top priorities, supporting various groups. We believe that sharing knowledge through non-formal and informal education can significantly impact both individuals and communities. By employing diverse methods to explore and acquire knowledge, we foster creativity, teamwork, and a drive for further research. Additionally, we promote different cultures, rituals, and customs to encourage tolerance. Our main activities include education through formal, informal, and non-formal methods, such as workshops that emphasize inclusion, ethics, and European values. We also advocate for learning through "learning by doing" and promote skills in entrepreneurship, marketing, ecology, digital literacy, and other areas.

Mobility plays a crucial role in supporting individuals to participate more actively in development and education, as well as in promoting values, customs, creativity, learning, resourcefulness, and the adoption of new techniques. Through travel, participants gain incredible opportunities to discover new perspectives, enhance language skills, and acquire or improve knowledge and competencies. In a new environment, individuals cultivate independence, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities, all of which are valuable for future endeavours. The organization promotes mobility by encouraging participation in domestic and international projects, hosting events and online promotions, and organizing workshops, art projects, and more.

Digitalization is a key objective of the European Union, as well as our organization. By promoting digital tools and resources, we facilitate daily work, enhance education, foster tolerance, and connect people more effectively. Improving digital skills and utilizing programs and software are essential in modern life. Additionally, artificial intelligence and its capabilities can be leveraged for beneficial activities. However, it's crucial to prioritize online safety, as the internet, while full of opportunities, also presents risks like phishing, malware, and viruses. To address these concerns, our organization promotes digital literacy through various initiatives, projects based on modern solutions, and the use of digital programs. We are also promoting a paperless office.

Supporting youth work is a paramount activity aimed at creating new opportunities through projects, workshops, public art installations, exhibitions, performances, conferences, seminars, gatherings, and other scientific and educational events. The goal is to strengthen opportunities for young people and provide them with support for further development. Our focus includes participation in and organization of international exchanges that cover topics such as psychology, promotion of tolerance, interreligious dialogue, and support for youth as well as other groups.

The promotion of ecology is achieved through a sustainable and ethical approach to raising awareness and engaging the public. We focus on eco-friendly practices in all promotional activities, such as using digital platforms to reduce paper waste, selecting local and recycled materials for physical promotional items, and partnering with environmentally conscious organizations. This approach is implemented by creating campaigns and activities that involve participants and partners, thereby benefiting the community.

Other areas of cooperation include promoting tolerance in society, creating opportunities for personal and professional growth, and respecting individual integrity. Interreligious dialogue fosters a better understanding of the attitudes, values, and customs of diverse cultures and beliefs. This dialogue supports tolerance, reduces hatred within society, and enhances community cooperation, ultimately improving the environment. Collaborative efforts can help overcome challenges, paving the way for peace. Through participation in international projects, participants from different countries.

As previously written, we are also focused on the implementation of ideas of multicultural communication, cultural diversity, interreligious dialogue, tolerance in a civil society, tolerance, open minded, avoiding cultural barriers, promotion of debates, European values and the European Union, improving skills, youth position in country and abroad, creating unique opportunity for promoting through non-formal and informal activities. Working with youth, the founders concluded that many groups of people, especially young people do not have enough incentives for improvement and change. Creating a good energy for all parties can be beneficial for supporting local and national economy, being able to better to respond to challenges and fostering entrepreneurial community for education and development.