TOY - Trainers Online for Youth
This is a reference for Antonis Stylianou
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/placement/14099_fi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-hPU66UrFE
https://www.facebook.com/worldwidevillageproject/
https://www.synergy-croatia.com/post/short-term-volunteering-esc-lefkosia-cyprus-world-wide-village
The World Wide Village project aimed to provide a platform for intercultural exchange and active participation in rural areas, particularly focusing on promoting agricultural and environmental issues. It sought to create opportunities for volunteers to experience and contribute to village life in Cyprus, fostering tolerance, acceptance, and cultural diversity awareness. The project also aimed to address the need for youth engagement in sustainable practices and community development.
The target group comprised participants from several European Countries.
Non-formal learning methods were employed throughout the project to facilitate active engagement and experiential learning among participants. Examples of training methods used include:
Group discussions on environmental issues and sustainable agriculture practices.
Practical workshops on farming techniques, such as crop collection and animal care.
Intercultural activities to promote understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Reflection sessions to evaluate personal experiences and learning outcomes.
Project-based learning approaches to encourage participants to implement their ideas and initiatives within the local community.
The training activity achieved several outcomes:
Increased awareness and understanding of agricultural and environmental issues among participants.
Enhanced intercultural competencies through interaction with volunteers from different countries.
Active participation and contribution to community development initiatives in rural areas of Cyprus.
Promotion of tolerance, acceptance, and cultural diversity awareness through collaborative efforts.
Development of practical skills in farming, environmental conservation, and event organization.
Publications or websites documenting the training may include project reports, participant testimonials, and articles highlighting the impact of the initiative on both volunteers and the local community.
Your Tasks and Responsibilities Within the Team:
As a full-time trainer in the World Wide Village project, my role within the team encompassed various responsibilities:
Facilitating workshops and activities related to environmental issues, sustainable agriculture, and intercultural exchange.
Providing guidance and support to participants in implementing community development projects and cultural activities.
Collaborating with other trainers and project coordinators to ensure the smooth delivery of training sessions and overall project objectives.
Contributing to the evaluation and documentation of the training activity, including assessing participant learning outcomes and project impact.
Serving as a mentor and role model for volunteers, encouraging active engagement, creativity, and personal growth throughout the project duration.