Citizens of Europe

22/01/2025

Revitalizing Ecosystems Through Experientialisation: Outdoor Education from Theory to Practice 🌿

From October 13 to 20, 2024, German team had the honor of representing Citizen of Europe at the Erasmus+ training course held in Vienna, Austria. 🇦🇹

This inspiring initiative brought together youth workers and leaders from across Europe to explore how outdoor education can be used as a powerful tool to address pressing social and environmental challenges, including mental health, inclusion, and sustainability.

Key Objectives of the Project:

🌱 Redefine outdoor education with a focus on safety, inclusivity, and well-being

🌱 Develop and implement accessible methods that cater to participants of all abilities

🌱 Encourage the use of public spaces, such as parks and community gardens, for educational purposes

🌱 Equip youth workers with tools to tackle complex issues like climate change and mental health

During this enriching experience, we delved into:

✅ Principles and theories of outdoor education

✅ Practical approaches to designing nature-based learning activities

✅ Building connections with participants from across Europe and fostering a spirit of collaboration

The project was co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, underscoring the importance of investing in innovative practices that empower young people and promote cross-cultural understanding.

📸 Swipe to see the moments that defined this incredible journey!

13/11/2024

We remember the third day of “Revitalizing Ecosystems Through Experientialization” in mid-October in Vienna. 🏛

This time the focus was on practical examples. 💪 A meditative morning walk 🧘‍♂️was combined with reflections on our own relationship to nature and the environment, our own ecological footprint, powerlessness in the face of global climate change and opportunities for action and empowerment in everyday life and in our own environment.

The following exercise was somewhere between land art 🖼 and upcycling or recycling art. ♻The task: to create a work of art from things lying around outside, tell a story and convey a message.📨

The afternoon finally took us to the Kahlenberg with a wonderful view over Vienna. 🏞Without cell phones 📵and digital distractions, we explored nature in silence and mindfulness. Partnership and trust exercises as well as a garbage collection challenge rounded off the experience. 🚮

This outdoor education training brings together 33 youth workers from Austria 🇦🇹, Germany 🇩🇪, Greece 🇬🇷, Italy 🇮🇹, Poland 🇵🇱, Croatia 🇭🇷, Czechia 🇨🇿, Slovakia 🇸🇰, Hungary 🇭🇺, and Slovenia 🇸🇮.

17/10/2024

🌿✨ Day 2 of the "Revitalizing Ecosystems Through Experientialisation" training in Vienna, Austria has been an exciting and productive journey!

On the second day, we focused on Youth Work Challenges with Young People, discussing the various barriers and opportunities when engaging youth in outdoor education and environmental issues. We also explored the role of youth work in tackling youth issues, delving into the critical role of youth workers as facilitators of positive change through experiential outdoor activities 🏞️.

In the afternoon, we dived deep into the Principles of Outdoor Education, where participants learned foundational theories and methods. Through practical exercises and group discussions, everyone got a hands-on understanding of how outdoor education can empower young people and foster a deeper connection to nature 🌲.

The day ended with reflective activities, allowing participants to consolidate their learnings and share insights🎉.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this inspiring journey of learning and nature reconnection 🌍✨

This outdoor education training brings together 33 youth workers from Austria 🇦🇹, Germany 🇩🇪, Greece 🇬🇷, Italy 🇮🇹, Poland 🇵🇱, Croatia 🇭🇷, Czechia 🇨🇿, Slovakia 🇸🇰, Hungary 🇭🇺, and Slovenia 🇸🇮.

16/10/2024

🌿🌍On 14th October, we kicked off the training course "Revitalizing Ecosystems Through Experientialisation," taking place in Vienna, Austria, supported by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Commission 🇪🇺 through the German National Agency "JUGEND für Europa".

This outdoor education training brings together 32 youth workers from Germany 🇩🇪, Austria 🇦🇹, Greece 🇬🇷, Italy 🇮🇹, Poland 🇵🇱, Croatia 🇭🇷, Czechia 🇨🇿, Slovakia 🇸🇰, Hungary 🇭🇺, and Slovenia 🇸🇮.

Our goal is to dive deep into the world of outdoor education, moving from theory to practice 🌲. We aim to equip youth workers with hands-on tools and methodologies to engage young people in environmental learning and sustainable practices through immersive outdoor experiences 🏞️.

on day 1, we focused on introductions 🤝 and examined the core concepts of youth work and key competences 🌱. Participants engaged in discussions about the importance of working with young people and the importance of eight key competences from the youthpass, and how youth can learn them. Those key competences were then linked them to the objectives of the training.

The day ended with a vibrant intercultural night 🌍🎉, where participants shared food, music, and traditions from their home countries, celebrating diversity and building stronger connections.

💡 Stay tuned for more updates from this transformative journey!

27/09/2024

– Training Course in Vienna, Austria from 13 to 20 October 2024 –
With Experiential Outdoor Education (EOE) youth workers will learn how to organize outdoor nature-based activities to enhance youth inclusion and wellbeing. The training is supported by the European Commission as part of the Erasmus+ Programme. Costs for food, acccomodation and travel are covered. Deadline for applications is Oct 04. Find more information and the registration here: https://citizens-of-europe.eu/revitalizing-ecosystems-through-experientialisation/

– Training Course in Vienna, Austria from 13 to 20 October 2024 – GENESIS OF THE TRAINING:Europe is facing several recent challenges that impact social, personal, and professional lives, such as increased social exclusion due to heightened political tensions, exacerbated health issues due to the...

01/03/2024

!!! A few places left for participants with German residence !!!

“Facilitate! Strategies, methods and tools for successful activities” TC will be held in Berlin (Germany) from the 16th to 24th of March 2024, for 24 participants from 6 countries for improving the professional competences of facilitators and organisations on developing facilitation skills, methods and tools. The project aims also to strengthen International cooperation, exchange of knowledge, experiences and learnings and the setting up of quality workshops meeting the learning needs of the target youth learners.

Find more information and the registration here:

Call for participants: Faciliate! Strategies, methods and tools for successful activities - 16 to 24 of March 2024 Berlin (Germany)

11/09/2023

+++++ We have a few free places available for our September event. Complete our team! Apply now! +++++

Are you passionate about history, human rights, and social issues? Are you
intrigued by the stories of Displaced Persons (DPs) and the impact of
forced labor on their lives? If so, we invite you to embark on a unique
journey of discovery and reflection with our EU-funded project! 🇪🇺EU

“Survival Paths" delves deep into the experiences of DPs after
the Second World War, their living conditions, and the aftermath of
forced labor. The project will take you on a journey to authentic historical sites in
Poland, Germany and on a later stage also to Italy where you will have
the opportunity to trace individual fates. Through these encounters, we
aim to create a tangible connection between the past and the present,
encouraging participants to reflect on human rights and the intricate
link between economy and human rights.

When and Where:
Wrocław/Lower Silesia and Eichstätt/Bavaria (Germany & Poland) 🇵🇱🇩🇪
One whole week from 21th September till 27th September

Who Can Apply:

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals 💪 who are:
Between 20 and 30 years old.
Sufficiant Written and oral English skills.
Passionate about history, human rights, and social issues.
Comfortable with the use of digital tools
Open-minded, curious, and ready to engage in meaningful discussions and reflections.
Current residence needs to be in EU

Costs:
Travel costs up to 250 euro per participants and per event; accommodation in
shared rooms, meals and local transportation are covered.

Deadline:
It is still possible to join the team. Apply until Sunday, September 17.

Apply Now!!! 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇

Are you passionate about history, human rights, and social issues? Are you intrigued by the stories of Displaced Persons (DPs) and the impact of forced labor on their lives? If so, we invite you to embark on a unique journey of discovery and reflection with our EU-funded project!

08/08/2023

!!!PARTICIPANTS WANTED!!!

Are you passionate about history, human rights, and social issues? Are you
intrigued by the stories of Displaced Persons (DPs) and the impact of
forced labor on their lives? If so, we invite you to embark on a unique
journey of discovery and reflection with our EU-funded project! 🇪🇺EU

“Survival Paths" delves deep into the experiences of DPs after
the Second World War, their living conditions, and the aftermath of
forced labor. The project will take you on a journey to authentic historical sites in
Poland, Germany and on a later stage also to Italy where you will have
the opportunity to trace individual fates. Through these encounters, we
aim to create a tangible connection between the past and the present,
encouraging participants to reflect on human rights and the intricate
link between economy and human rights.

When and Where:
Wrocław/Lower Silesia and Eichstätt/Bavaria (Germany & Poland) 🇵🇱🇩🇪
One whole week from 21th September till 27th September

Who Can Apply:

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals 💪 who are:
Between 20 and 30 years old.
Sufficiant Written and oral English skills.
Passionate about history, human rights, and social issues.
Comfortable with the use of digital tools
Open-minded, curious, and ready to engage in meaningful discussions and reflections.
Current residence needs to be in EU

Costs:
Travel costs up to 250 euro per participants and per event; accommodation in
shared rooms, meals and local transportation are covered.

Deadline:
The deadline for applications is August 20, 2023.

Apply Now!!! 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇
https://www.survivalpaths-cervproject.com/blog-1

12/06/2023

New Article Out!!! 😎

Find out how European Commission works 👇👇👇

A simple and useful guide about how the European Union Institutions work, their set-up and their location. This is the 4th article of a series written by Citizens of Europe editorial staff. What is The European Commission? The European Commission is the EU’s main executive body and it represents ...

09/06/2023

Do you know what are the differences between European Council and the Council of European Union?

Find out!😏👇👇👇

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08/06/2023

Here we are! 😎

What do you know about the European Union Parliament?
Let's read the first article of Citizens of Europe's guide about EU Institutions 💪🇪🇺

A simple and useful guide about how the European Union Institutions work, their set-up and their location. This is the 2nd article of a series written by Citizens of Europe editorial staff. What is The European Parliament? The European Parliament in one of the main important EU Instituions and it i...

01/06/2023

Would you like to know more about EU Institutions?😏
Let's read our new series of articles about that 🇪🇺

Here you can find the first article ⬇️⬇️⬇️

A simple and useful guide about how the European Union Institutions work, their set-up and their location. This is the first article of a series written by Citizens of Europe editorial staff. What is European Union? What does it mean talking about European Union? What’s the difference between the ...