Rise: Design for emergent futures

Aims & objectives

The aim of this study session is to develop new opportunities and methods through emergency times or situations. For this, the objectives are as follows:
To equip our trainers and staff with new tools and resources to adapt more effectively to the changing and challenging times.
To develop deeper understanding of Human Rights based approach for advocacy and build DBYN’s capacity for delivering training and support to its member organisations in this field.
To invest in our pool of trainers and our member organisations by providing them with a qualitative training with the European Youth Centre.
To support the trainers to integrate the values and methods of Human Rights Education and of the Council of Europe in their work.

Target group & international/intercultural composition of the group & team

25 participants from 12 european country . They are expected to improve their expertise in training and facilitation but also in improving the practical implementation of their NFE competences in crisis situations for the benefit of children and young people.
In order to attain this outcome, we’d put forward following profile:
18 – 30 years’ old
Active English knowledge
Active in local partner organisations of DBYN
Experience in inclusion work
Experience in European and/or International youth work
Experience in facilitation and training
Interest/Experience in the topic of Human Rights
Being able to act a multiplier within the local community and/or DBYN after the activity

Training methods used & main activities

We used participatory methods, including Compass from the Council of Europe as a guiding resource. Additionally, we incorporated innovative non-formal education methods such as Lego Serious Play to foster engagement and creativity among participants.

Outcomes of the activity

The training enhanced participants' skills in crisis management and human rights advocacy, equipping them with tools to effectively support young people. Success was indicated by positive participant feedback, observed progress in facilitation skills, and the successful implementation of learned methods in their local contexts. Documentation of the training can be found on the DBYN website and in the reports produced by the European Youth Centre.

Your tasks and responsibilities within the team

I co-designed the activity with the team, coached a group, and facilitated sessions on Lego Serious Play as a certified trainer. Additionally, I collaborated with the Educational Advisor from the Council of Europe to debrief and evaluate participants' learning progress throughout the training.

I worked on this training for 6 days as a full time trainer.

Testimonial of the reference person

I enjoyed working with Stefano. He is very professional, has a very good awareness of what is happening during the training course and within the group of participants, which gives him the opportunity to assess in real-time the participants' needs and as such modify his sessions in order for the participants to get the knowledge and know-how they need to secure the success and the outcomes of the activity.
He is also an asset to the team and helps go further.