Somatic Movement

Aims & objectives

To increase the knowledge of youth
workers on group dynamics;
To build resilience through movement;
To promote well-being;
To create stronger, connected groups;
To care for those who care for youth;
To foster international cooperation and the
exchange of best practices among youth
workers from different countries;

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

32 youth workers from 8 countries will join the training to enhance
their knowledge of group dynamics, develop practical skills in
bodily-oriented and resilience-based methods across different
stages of group development, strengthen international cooperation,
and contribute to the creation of practical training materials. Priority
is given to inclusion and Ukrainian participants.

Training methods used & main activities

Youth workers, who are on the frontlines of supporting young people, also

face emotional fatigue and burnout. To help them maintain their own well-
being and strengthen their capacity to guide others, Somatic Movement

focuses on group dynamics and body-oriented practices which can be
useful in co-creating healthy group dynamics.

Outcomes of the activity

The project will create meaningful and long-lasting impact on both youth workers and partner
organisations:

Increased awareness and understanding of mental health and psychoeducation.
Improved resilience, confidence, and ability to guide young people effectively.

Enhanced professionalism through access to new tools, best practices, and body-
oriented methods.

Strengthened digital skills for using platforms like TikTok and YouTube in non-formal
education.
Better teamwork in multicultural and collaborative settings.
Improved English communication skills for international cooperation.

Your tasks and responsibilities within the team

I was the co-trainer responsible for the part of somatic yoga delivering 2 sessions every day

I worked on this training for 7 days as a full time trainer.