Training youth in burundi in active citizenship, democracy, volunteering and community leadership

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Association Helping People (AHP) is a community-based non-profit organisation based in Bwiza, Bujumbura, Burundi. We promote youth empowerment, education, social inclusion, volunteering and community development.

Many young people in Burundi face limited opportunities to participate in community decision-making, civic activities and local development initiatives. They often lack access to training in active citizenship, human rights, democratic participation, leadership and volunteering.

Through this project, AHP aims to strengthen the capacity of young people to become active, responsible and engaged citizens who contribute positively to their communities.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

- Training workshops on active citizenship and democratic participation.
- Human rights and civic education sessions.
- Youth leadership and community mobilisation training.
- Volunteering and community service activities.
- Youth debates and dialogue sessions.
- Community clean-up and environmental awareness campaigns.
- Training in communication, teamwork and conflict management.
- Youth-led community initiatives and action projects.
- Intercultural exchanges with European young people.
- Capacity-building workshops for youth workers and volunteers.

MAIN OBJECTIVES

1. Strengthen young people's knowledge of democracy, human rights and active citizenship.
2. Develop leadership, communication and teamwork skills.
3. Encourage youth participation in community development and decision-making.
4. Promote volunteering and solidarity among young people.
5. Strengthen the capacity of AHP youth leaders and volunteers.
6. Establish sustainable cooperation between Burundian and European youth organisations.

EXPECTED RESULTS

- Young people improve their understanding of active citizenship and democratic participation.
- Participants develop leadership and community mobilisation skills.
- Youth-led volunteering initiatives are organised.
- Community service and environmental activities are implemented.
- Young people become more involved in local community initiatives.
- AHP volunteers strengthen their skills in youth work and non-formal education.
- New partnerships and intercultural learning opportunities are developed with European organisations.

TARGET GROUP

Young people aged 18–30, particularly those from Bwiza and other disadvantaged communities in Bujumbura.

The project will also involve youth leaders, volunteers and youth workers interested in civic engagement, democratic participation and community development.

FEWER OPPORTUNITIES

- Social obstacles.
- Economic obstacles.
- Cultural differences.

Young people from disadvantaged communities in Bwiza may face poverty, social exclusion, limited access to civic education and few opportunities to participate in community activities. They need accessible training, mentoring and volunteering opportunities to develop their confidence and become active community leaders.

PARTNERSHIP SOUGHT

Association Helping People is looking for experienced European NGOs, youth organisations, civic education associations and community development organisations interested in Erasmus+ Capacity Building in the Field of Youth.

We are particularly interested in partners from Belgium, France, Spain, Italy and Türkiye with experience in active citizenship, democracy, human rights, youth participation, volunteering, leadership and non-formal education.

We welcome experienced project coordinators interested in developing a joint Erasmus+ project and strengthening cooperation between European and Burundian youth organisations.

Association Helping People (AHP) – Burundi
OID: E10446848