Tandem Plus

23/06/2026

Here Comes The Sun!

We live in an era where Europe's main expenditure is rearmament and war.

We are not that Europe!

Last week, we shared and reiterated this certainty loudly in the council chamber of the Municipality of Monterotondo, where we had the honor and joy of hosting the 18th general assembly of the European Tandem Plus network.

Tandem Plus is part of our history and is a European association comprising 23 organizations from 15 different European countries, working in the fields of social services and education.

Tandem is a true network, made up of diverse social, economic, and cultural hands, which have come together to cooperate and chart new paths and new opportunities for the future.

Over these 18 years, we have built and are building the true Europe, a Europe of people, where we are fortunate to meet so many people and generations from different backgrounds, building valuable skills and relationships together. And today what remains is not just a working method, or yet another business venture, but a great emotion that moves the world and unites the desire to build, think, exchange, and celebrate with an awareness of the injustices and inequalities that govern our lives.

At the opening of the meeting, we were greeted in the frescoed halls of Palazzo Orsini by Mayor Riccardo Varone and Councilor for Social Services Alessandra Clementini.

The program included the usual assembly activities (approval of budgets and introduction of new members), working groups and exchanges at the splendid location provided by mayda-mayda.it. We also participated in and enjoyed a wonderful City Games to discover the city and its social services, masterfully led by the students and staff of the Orientation Center.

Finally, the party! A magnificent and explosive soul party, attended by countless residents of Monterotondo and the surrounding area, at the legendary Cantiere, thanks to the Lost Soul Band, undoubtedly our favorite band for the past 30 years.

Long Life Tandem Plus!

Always Freedom, Equality, and Approximation…

Thanks to Stéphanie, Valérie, Francis, Romain, Ilaria, Mavi, Martin, Andrija, Michel, Carles, Barbara, Stella, Patrizia, Silvia, Verena, Antonio, Norbert, Bouba, Emilio, Achille, Ilias, Necdet, Arianna, and Raniero!

A special thanks to Eleonora Panzardi of the Mayor's Office for her invaluable and passionate support.

Thanks to Luigi Zauli and Vincenzo Romano, our longtime friends, and to the entire Lost Soul Band.

Thanks to Pamela Ebano and the entire Mayda staff.

Thanks to our wonderful coordinator Giulia Basso, the tireless Roberta Marciano, and the invaluable Giulia Maio who organized everything.

Thanks to all the Folias staff who supported us: Alessandro, Dario, Emiliano, Francesca, Giorgia, Leo, Luisa, and Martina.

Thanks to Il Cantiere, to our boys and girls, and to the technicians Luca and Manuel.

21/06/2026

20/06/2026

19 Assembleia Geral da Rede Europeia Tandem Plus
Nos últimos dois dias, decorreu a AG da família , em Monterodondo-Roma.
Recebidos pelos nossos parceiros de colegas de longos anos .
Dia 18 dedicado a aprovação de contas, relatórios de actividades, entrada de novos membros da Sardenha e Bósnia, e grupos de trabalho para definir novas candidaturas a projectos europeus.
Dia 19, visita a diversos serviços sociais da comunidade e ligados ao nosso anfitrião, acompanhados e guiados por um grupo de jovens com incapacidades.
Mais um ano de trabalho social e de dedicação a populações excluídas de todos os membros desta rede.
Obrigada e
19th General Assembly of the European Tandem Plus Network
Over the last two days, the General Assembly of the family took place in Monterodondo-Rome.
Welcomed by our long-time partners and colleagues .
Day 18 was dedicated to the approval of accounts, activity reports, the entry of new members from Sardinia and Bosnia, and working groups to define new applications for European projects.
Day 19, a visit to various social services in the community and linked to our host, accompanied and guided by a group of young people with disabilities.
Another year of social work and dedication to excluded populations from all members of this network.
Thank you and

05/06/2026

Big things are happening! 🚀

Our free course “Art and AI: Aesthetics, Tools and Creative Processes” is now live, and exciting hands-on hackathons are coming soon. Discover how AI is reshaping creativity, explore new possibilities for artistic practice, and get ready to create something real.

Read more in our latest newsletter 👇

04/06/2026

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02/06/2026

Burnout among youth workers: the hidden crisis across Europe

The new EXIT Burnout International Mapping Report reveals how stress and exhaustion affect youth workers — and what can be done to prevent it.
🗣️ Researchers interviewed 186 youth workers from Austria, Latvia, Italy, and Spain, uncovering shared challenges and needs across borders

📊 Key findings:
• Burnout stems mainly from organisational factors — excessive workload, low recognition, unclear roles, and lack of community support.
• Many youth workers feel emotionally exhausted and unsupported by their institutions.
• There’s a strong need for systemic prevention, wellbeing training, and safe spaces for open dialogue.

💡 Why it matters:
Youth workers empower and inspire young people — but they can’t pour from an empty cup. Building supportive work environments is essential to keep them healthy, motivated, and effective.

📘 Read the full report →https://noah.at/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mapping-report-EXITburnout_en.pdf

YCARE

01/06/2026

🌍✨ Ireland welcomed the first YES-EDU international meeting!

From 25 to 28 May, our partners gathered in Ireland for the first Learning, Teaching and Training Activities (LTTA) of the Erasmus+ project YES-EDU – Youth Engagement for Sustainable EDUcation 🇮🇪🤝

Hosted by Meath Partnership, this inspiring meeting brought together partners from Ireland, France, and Croatia to exchange ideas, experiences, and good practices in youth work, with a special focus on young people from rural areas and those at risk of social exclusion.

💬 Over four productive days, we explored local challenges, shared inspiring examples from our communities, discussed upcoming project activities, and strengthened our collaboration for the exciting steps ahead.

🏡 One of the highlights? A visit to the Boomerang Youth Café in Drogheda, where we had the opportunity to see youth work in action! The team shared valuable insights into how they create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where young people can learn, connect, and actively participate in community life.

💡 This practical experience helped us connect the goals of YES-EDU with real examples of impactful youth work on the ground.

And this is only the beginning! 🚀
YES-EDU continues with new activities, more exchanges of good practices, and the development of exciting project results.

🤝 The project is implemented by ISUM, the Tandem Plus Network, and Meath Partnership, with the financial support of the European Union.

📲 Stay tuned and follow our journey for more updates from YES-EDU!

19/05/2026

📢 Le projet YES-EDU – Youth Engagement for Sustainable EDUcation a officiellement démarré !

En janvier 2026, les partenaires du projet ont tenu une réunion de lancement en ligne, marquant le début officiel de notre coopération internationale visant à renforcer les opportunités éducatives pour les jeunes.

Le projet se concentre sur le soutien aux jeunes et aux travailleurs de jeunesse à travers le développement d’approches éducatives inclusives, numériques et durables. Tout au long du projet, les partenaires travailleront à la création d’activités éducatives, de ressources numériques et d’outils pratiques destinés à soutenir les organisations de jeunesse dans leur travail quotidien.

Les principaux objectifs du projet incluent :
✔ promouvoir l’inclusion et l’égalité des chances
✔ renforcer le pouvoir d’action des jeunes
✔ développer les capacités des travailleurs de jeunesse et des organisations
✔ promouvoir une éducation numérique et durable

Le projet est mis en œuvre par ISUM, Tandem Plus Network et Meath Partnership, avec le soutien financier de European Union.

👉 Suivez-nous pour découvrir les prochaines activités et les résultats du projet !

14/05/2026

🧠 Building Stronger Minds: A Lithuanian Youth Worker’s Journey to Empowerment through Mental Health Awareness
A transformative training course — MindMentor: Strengthening Youth Resilience & Well being — held in Berlin brought together youth workers from across Europe to develop tools for early intervention, safe spaces, and resilience-building. Discover how one participant returned to Lithuania and launched the “Mind Circles” initiative to support young people through peer groups, mindful practices, and open dialogue.

📍 Read more → https://copernicusberlin.org/archives/8390