Almighty Phobia

This project, will focus to enable youth to better understand the different aspects related to religion- phobia,and will focus on bringing the participants together and gather them on their similarities and common heritage as citizens of the world, before being defined by their religious, race or cultural belonging and nationality.

The main aim of this Youth Exchange is to raise awareness about the different implications of minority and migration issues using different youth approach for the integration of minorities into society without prejudice related to the religious matters and, to empower youth to gain awareness and competences regarding the inclusion of young people with different beliefs into their community and a critical thought process about media pressure.

Some specific objectives are:
- To reflect on the issues connected with minorities (religion – phobia in MEDA and in EU countries);
- To create common communication tools by youth, between the youth, for youth;
- To give participants the tools to develop new criteria on media communication (religion and terrorism);
- To raise awareness about the importance of diversity .
- To create common projects for future cooperation.

Methodology:

All activities will be run by using methods of non-formal education (workshops, discussions, group work, role plays, open space, creative activities, simulation games and participants' presentations).

Some of the particular sessions will be prepared by the teams of participants, the others by the international preparatory team.

Practical information:

• Travel and visa costs 100% reimbursed

• Free accommodation and food is provided to all participants for whole duration of the study session

• 45 Euro participation fee.