"Young G.I.F.S. for Democracy"

Aims & objectives

- To increase the factual knowledge as well as the comprehension and critical understanding of democratic norms, values, and institutions
-To train young people’s skills within democratic processes (e.g. analytical thinking, co-operation, and communication skills)
-To discuss the importance of core democratic values like freedom, fairness, equality, and justice
-To enable young people to reflect on their attitudes towards democracy and the importance of tolerance, responsibility, and respect for social inclusion and solidarity between different cultures
To learn how to use tools and methods of online and offline campaigns as well as to develop campaign strategies

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

participants from Italy, France and Greece. aged between 16 - 20

Training methods used & main activities

In this activity, participants will approach the topic of democracy in a participative and engaging manner through online and offline methods and tools of campaigning. Several tools will be presented, with the main purpose being to engage, connect,motivate and empower young people. On the one hand, participants will be aware of several issues and problems young people are facing in their daily life and will develop new skills, knowledge as well as change attitudes via non formal educational activities where they have to develop and participate.

Outcomes of the activity

The project Young G.I.F.s for Democracy will generate educational tools, methods, and materials for democracy education in non-formal youth work. It aims to develop online and offline campaigns to aware and motivate young people for developing more democratic approach in their daily life as well as to vote in EU elections of 2024.

Your tasks and responsibilities within the team

Facilitator & Local Coordinator

I worked on this training for 10 days as a full time trainer.