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Vladas Polevičius
I make learning exciting, practical, and unforgettable—whether for young people or those working with them.
With years of experience in youth work and training youth workers, I turn complex topics into interactive, hands-on experiences. From leadership to creativity, I ensure every session is engaging, meaningful, and full of real-world impact.
Let’s learn, grow, and create change together!
Vladas Polevičius has 5 references for past work as a trainer and added 2 tools to the SALTO Toolbox.
Contact details
Trainer connections
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Ioana Filipas
Current occupation
Full time expert at the Society and Enterprise Development Institute
Work experience
I have over a decade of experience in youth work, training youth workers, and leading impactful projects at regional, national, and international levels. As the CEO of the Society and Enterprise Development Institute (SEDI), I design and implement projects that empower youth and youth workers in areas such as leadership, entrepreneurship, mentoring, and social inclusion.
I have coordinated Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps projects, developed non-formal education methodologies, and facilitated training courses on motivation, teamwork, critical thinking, and youth participation. My work includes supporting youth with fewer opportunities, advocating for mental health awareness, and integrating innovative tools into youth work.
In the near future, I will continue to develop high-quality training programs, mentor youth workers, and foster international cooperation to enhance learning experiences that are engaging, practical, and impactful.
Educational pathway
My education combines formal studies in politics, special education, and career counseling with non-formal training in mentoring, media literacy, and inclusive education—all of which directly shape my work as a trainer.
✔ Politics & International Studies (University of Warwick, UK) – Strengthened my understanding of civic engagement, leadership, and youth participation.
✔ Special Education Support Bachelor Studies (Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania) – Gave me expertise in working with youth with disabilities, inclusive education, and alternative communication technologies.
✔ Career Counseling & Guidance (200-hour certified program) – Developed my skills in career education, professional orientation, and coaching young people in their career paths.
✔ Media Literacy & Critical Thinking Training – Helped me equip young people and youth workers with tools to navigate misinformation and digital media responsibly.
✔ Time Management & Personal Development Training – Strengthened my ability to teach effective productivity and organizational skills.
✔ Language Learning & Communication – Certified in English (C1), Italian (A1), and Lithuanian Sign Language, enhancing my ability to connect with diverse learners.
These experiences are essential to my training work because they allow me to create engaging, inclusive, and impactful learning experiences that address real-world challenges youth and youth workers face.
Fields of training expertise
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Bullying & Harassment -
Campaigning & Awareness Raising
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Change Management
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Citizenship Education
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Coaching & Mentoring
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Communication Skills
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Conflict Management & Mediation
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Creativity & Art
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Crisis Management
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Diversity & Anti-Racism -
Drama & Theatre
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Environment & Ecology -
Entrepreneurship (Social)
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Equal Opportunities
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Evaluation & Assessment
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Event Management
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Financial Management
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Fundraising
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Gender Awareness & Mainstreaming
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Global Education
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Group Dynamics & Motivation
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Health & Prevention
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Human Rights
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Intercultural Learning
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International Youth Work
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Labour Rights & Employment
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Leadership Development
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Lobbying & Advocacy
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New Information Technologies
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Open Space Technology
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Organizational Management
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Outdoor & Experiential Training
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Peace Education
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People Management & Cooperation
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Personal Development & Empowerment
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Project Management
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Public Relations & Marketing
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Public Speaking
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Recognition of NFLearning
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Social Inclusion & Exclusion
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Social Media
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Storytelling & Humour
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Time Management
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Training of Trainers
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Volunteer Programmes
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Youth Exchanges
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Youth Information Work
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Youth Participation & Initiatives
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Youth Policy
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Youth Violence & Criminality
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Youth Worker Training
Knowledge about institutions and programmes
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Erasmus+ (KA1) Youth Exchanges
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Erasmus+ (KA1) Training & Networking
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Erasmus+ (KA2) Transnational Youth Initiatives
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Erasmus+ (KA2) Strategic Partnerships
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Erasmus+ (KA2) Capacity Building (other countries in the World)
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Erasmus+ (KA3) Youth Policy Meetings
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European Solidarity Corps Volunteering
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Erasmus+ (lifelong learning, non-youth)
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European Youth Centres (CoE)
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European Youth Foundation (CoE)
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European Institutions
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Youth Partnership CoE-COM
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International Youth Structures
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Private Foundations
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United Nations
Working with specific target groups
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Children
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Families
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Gay, Lesbian, Bi & Transgender work
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Intercultural Teams
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Marginalized & Excluded Youth
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Men's Issues & Groups
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Minorities
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Young People with a Mental Disability
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Young People with a Physical Disability
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Young People with a Sensory Disability
Experience with specific geographical regions
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Eastern Europe and Caucasus
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Euro-Mediterranean Co-operation
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European Cooperation
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Global Cooperation
Language Skills
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English -
German
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Italian
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Lithuanian
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Russian
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Spanish
Trainer references
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Training course "Shaking Things Up"
Validated (2025-02-21)Reference person
Aistė Rutkauskienė
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Training course "Meant to be"
Validated (2025-02-21)Reference person
Aistė Rutkauskienė
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Training course "SMART YOUth"
Validated (2025-02-21)Reference person
Aistė Rutkauskienė
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Training course "SMART YOUth"
Validated (2025-04-02)Reference person
Aistė Rutkauskienė
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Training course "Meant to be" 2025
Validated (2025-04-13)Reference person
Aistė Rutkauskienė
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Tools contributed by the trainer
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Filmed interviews of rejection stories
Topics adressed: Personal Development, Peer education
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Methodological Handbook on Non-Formal Youth Entrepreneurship Education
Topics adressed: Social Inclusion, Youth Initiatives, Personal Development, Peer education, Youth Participation
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This profile was last modified on 2025-02-20