Youth Leadership and Project Development in Erasmus+ Programmes

Aims & objectives

The aim of the training activity was to strengthen youth workers’ competences in youth leadership development, project design and international cooperation within Erasmus+ and other youth initiatives. The training responded to the growing need for practical skills in designing youth projects, facilitating youth participation and developing partnerships between organisations from different countries.

The objectives of the training were:
-to develop leadership and facilitation competences of youth workers;
-to strengthen understanding of non-formal education methods in youth work;
-to support participants in developing project ideas responding to the needs of young people in their communities;
-to encourage international cooperation and exchange of good practices between organisations.

The training supported the strategic goals of participating organisations related to youth empowerment, active citizenship and competence development through non-formal learning.

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

The training involved youth workers, NGO representatives and youth leaders working in the field of non-formal education and youth participation.

Participants came from several European countries, including Lithuania, Romania, Spain, Poland and Italy. The international composition of the group created an opportunity for intercultural learning, exchange of good practices and development of future cooperation between organisations.

The training group consisted of approximately 20 participants with different professional backgrounds in youth work, education and community initiatives.

Training methods used & main activities

The training was based on non-formal education and experiential learning methods.

Methods used during the training included:
-group facilitation and interactive workshops;
-small group discussions and peer learning;
-project design laboratories;
-role-playing and simulation exercises;
-reflection sessions and evaluation circles;
-collaborative problem-solving activities.

These methods encouraged active participation, critical thinking and exchange of experience between participants.

Outcomes of the activity

The training resulted in strengthened competences of participants in youth leadership, project development and international cooperation. Participants developed several project ideas aimed at promoting youth participation, entrepreneurship and community engagement.

The success of the training was evaluated through participant feedback, reflection sessions and follow-up cooperation between organisations. Many participants expressed increased confidence in designing youth initiatives and building international partnerships.

Training results were documented through internal reports, social media communication of participating organisations and dissemination activities organised by participants in their local communities.

Your tasks and responsibilities within the team

In the training team I worked as a trainer and facilitator responsible for designing and delivering training sessions related to youth leadership, project development and non-formal learning methods.

My responsibilities included:
-preparing the training programme and learning activities;
-facilitating group work and workshops;
-supporting participants in developing project ideas;
-moderating reflection and evaluation sessions;
-contributing to the overall coordination and quality of the training process.

I worked on this training for 3 days as a full time trainer.