Acpelia

11/06/2026

Greetings from Valongo, Portugal! 🇵🇹
Representing Cyprus, Olga, Aggelika, Michaela and teacher Christina from Lykeio Apostolou Louka Kolossiou and Bobbie from ACPELIA took part in the YOUth Event in Valongo, Portugal from the 8th to 12th June 2026, as part of the CERV program “Cities for Youth - Next Generation”!

Alongside participants from -
🇵🇱Municipality of Starachowice  Młodzieżowa Rada Miasta Starachowice
🇵🇱Municipality of Kielce mrm_kielce
🇪🇸Municipality of Alizra Alzira On Europe — Proyectos Europeos
🇮🇹Municipality of Faenza Comune di Faenza
and of course hosting -
🇵🇹Municipality of Valongo .valongo

- This is what we have been up to!

🧊 Took part in numerous non formal activities to get to know each other, hosted entirely by the youth of Valongo.

🚶‍♂️Visited numerous important places in Valongo and surrounding areas, such as of Oficina da Regueifa e do Biscoito (The Traditional Bread and Biscuit Workshop), Vila Beatriz, and even an entire 3 hour tour in Porto!

📁 Took part in numerous activities to prepare us for the Oxford debate

🏞️ Attended the Festival at the Valongo City Park, featuring young bands and artists,
🎵Tango
🎵IDAREYOUAGAIN
🎵Portugal’s Got Talent Golden buzzed COUTO4580

🥘Tried out all sorts of Portuguese stuff

🏊‍♂️ Had a swim in newly built municipal pool “Piscina Quinta do Passal”

This work package number 9 marks the last physical visit as part of the the Cities 4 Youth Next Gen program, but the project isnt over yet! Currently, there is still Work Package 9 that involves the final online conference set to take place later this year!

🇪🇺This program was funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

11/06/2026

LOCAL TRAINING: Digital NGOs: Speaking Youth Language taking place from 17 to 21 June in Pissouri, Limassol!

💡 What will you gain?

✔ Practical skills in social media & digital communication
✔ Tools for creating engaging content (reels, posts, branding)
✔ Techniques to better connect with youth audiences
✔ Experience with modern AI and content generation tools
✔ Knowledge on building and improving NGO websites

👥 Who are we looking for?

🔹 Teachers / educators from Primary, Gymnasium, Lykeia, or other private schools
🔹Youth workers representing an NGO or a School or a Municipality
🔹 NGO members & volunteers
🔹Organizations working with young people

👉 Especially those interested in digital transformation and youth engagement

🤝 Why join?

✔ Hands-on workshops & real content creation
✔ Networking with other organizations
✔ Opportunity for future Erasmus+ collaborations
✔ Fun, creative, and interactive learning environment

Apply now at https://www.acpelia.org/post/local-training-digital-ngos-speaking-youth-language-17-21-of-june-pissouri-limassol-cyprus

Or acpelia.org under Local Activities! ⭐

09/06/2026

New Training Course opportunity available! 🇫🇷🏝️

Training Course “GUARDIANS OF THE BLUE FOREST” will be taking place in Basse -Terre Guadelupe, Caribbean from 30th of November to 8th of December 2026.

We are looking for  5 youth workers /teachers /educators /youths interested in Marine Biology and Environment and will be able to spread the activities among youths.

The project aims to equip youth workers with knowledge, tools, and non-formal education methodologies that can be used to raise awareness about marine conservation and environmental sustainability among young people. Through workshops, experiential learning, role play, storytelling, creative advocacy, biodiversity mapping, eco-footprint challenges, field visits, and intercultural exchange, participants will explore practical ways to become active advocates for environmental protection.

We are looking for 5 motivated youth workers who:

* Are actively involved in youth work, youth organisations, community initiatives, or non-formal education activities.
* Have a genuine interest in environmental sustainability, biodiversity, climate action, marine conservation, eco-citizenship, or related topics.
* Are willing to learn new non-formal education methods and environmental awareness tools.
* Are motivated to organise dissemination and follow-up activities after the mobility.
* Are interested in sharing the acquired knowledge with young people and local communities in Cyprus.
* Are able to work in an international and intercultural environment.

Participants do not need to be environmental experts; however, a strong motivation to engage with the project's themes and contribute to environmental awareness initiatives is essential.

Please note that this opportunity is for Cypriot residents only! 🇨🇾 If this sounds like you apply at https://www.acpelia.org/post/pda-guardians-of-the-blue-forest-basse-terre-guadelupe-caribbean-sea-30-11-8-12-2026 or visit acpelia.org under EU projects

09/06/2026

New Opportunity foryouth workers / teachers / educators / youths that are working with youths. More information and interest of participation at the link:

-Terre,🌊 OPEN CALL FOR PARTICIPANTSProject Name: GUARDIANS OF THE BLUE FOREST. Youth Eco-Citizenship for Seagrass & Mangrove ProtectionErasmus+ KA153YOU – Professional Development ActivityDates: 30 of November 2026 – 8 of October 2026Place: Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, Caribbean Sea, FranceWho? 5...

07/06/2026

New Youth Exchange opportunity available! 🇨🇾

Youth Exchange “Heritage Treasures: Young Explorers of Europe” will be taking place from 19 to 28 of November 2026 (including travelling dates) in Pissouri, Cyprus for 8 participants + 2 leaders, aged 16 to 22.

The project approach combines different ways of learning outside traditional methods to create an engaging and meaningful experience. Participants will learn through hands-on activities like workshops and cultural visits, share their cultural stories through peer discussions, and participate in interactive sessions with group activities and creative exercises. Reflective sessions each day will help become aware of learning and personal development. This mix of methods will support interactive, participatory and inclusive environment where everyone can learn and grow together.

💡What will participants create and do during the youth exchange?

* Crafts and artworks created during the workshops
* A booklet of participants’ heritage explorations
* A collaborative digital platform with videos and stories about cultural heritage and how to preserve it called “Cultural unity”
* Creating collection of short videos on national heritage

* Increased awareness and greater appreciation and understanding of diverse cultural heritages
* New skills in cultural documentation and communication, new information, ideas, cultures
* Lasting friendships and networks among participants from different countries.

🔽 If this is a project you are interested in, and you are a resident of Cyprus, apply below!
https://www.acpelia.org/post/youth-exchange-heritage-treasures-young-explorers-of-europe-he-tr-yo-eu-pissouri-limassol

🇪🇺 Or visit acpelia.org under EU Projects!

07/06/2026

Team “Lions” continues at Lykeio Apostolou Louka Kollosiou with trainers Nikolas and Panayiota with local piloting based on the project GRYW - Gamify Rural Youth Work !

This time around participants took part in the activities called “Nutritional Literacy”, “Petition”, personal footprint activities as well evaluation.

Through these interactive and gamified activities, participants had the opportunity to reflect on their daily habits, explore the impact of their choices on both their health and the environment, and develop a deeper understanding of active citizenship. Working together in teams, they exchanged ideas, shared experiences, and strengthened their communication and critical thinking skills.

Of course, the day continued using the Gamify Tools as taught back in the training in Armenia, using the quiz system, attendance system as well as voting for and by participants depending on their engagement in the activities.

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🎮 The project GRYW is a 23-month-long project under the Erasmus+ KA2 CBY call, that aims to promote 🚀 innovative grassroots youth work in rural communities of partnering countries by integrating gamified non-formal learning with digital tools in the youth work.

🇪🇺 Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

 

07/06/2026

Team “Spiders” continues at Lykeo Polemidion on the 4th of June 2026, Based upon the workshops as well as gamify tools as taught in the ongoing project “GRYW - Gamify Rural Youth Work”

Hosted by Olympia and Panayiota, this time around the piloting involved the “Triangle of Cooperation”, “Petition” as well as evaluation.

During the “Triangle of Cooperation” activity, participants explored the importance of collaboration between young people, youth organizations, and local authorities in addressing community challenges. Through role-playing, discussion, and negotiation, they gained a better understanding of how democratic participation works in practice and how different stakeholders can work together to find common solutions. Of course this continued with the “Petition” activity, where using printed documents, participants run around and ask others to join in on the cause.

Of course, the day continued using the Gamify Tools as taught back in the training in Armenia, using the quiz system, attendance system as well as voting for and by participants depending on their engagement in the activities.

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🎮 The project GRYW is a 23-month-long project under the Erasmus+ KA2 CBY call, that aims to promote 🚀 innovative grassroots youth work in rural communities of partnering countries by integrating gamified non-formal learning with digital tools in the youth work.

🇪🇺 Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

 

07/06/2026

Are you astudent of the age of 15 - 18 years old? Do you want to have the chance to be in a YE in Georgia? If the answer is yes in both questions then this local activities is for you !!! Check the post and give a chance

07/06/2026

New opportunity for our youngsters More information at the link and also application of interest.

ACPELIA is looking for young participants from Cyprus (16–24 years old) to take part in the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange “Heritage Treasures: Young Explorers of Europe (HE-TR-YO-EU)”, which will take place in Pissouri, Cyprus from 19-28 November 2026.🔥Heritage Treasures: Young Explorers of Europ...