Pylon One

15/05/2026

PYLON ONE hosted the ELIX international training in Thessaloniki, bringing together 18 participants from all partner countries for three days of collaboration, innovation, and experiential learning.

Through workshops, intercultural activities, discussions on the future of higher education, and startup ecosystem design using the Business Model Canvas methodology, participants explored topics related to employability, sustainability, mental health, and lifelong learning.

The programme also included an educational visit to the University of Macedonia, strengthening intercultural exchange and the connection between higher education and society.

A meaningful Erasmus+ experience focused on Community Service Learning, innovation, and building more inclusive and future-oriented educational ecosystems across Europe 🌍

10/05/2026

Europe is built through connection, cooperation and the people who choose to work together beyond borders. 🇪🇺

Proud to contribute to projects that create opportunities, encourage inclusion and bring local communities closer to a shared European future through education, culture and collaboration. 💙

09/05/2026

We are excited to announce the implementation of the 2nd Event of the CIRENA project:
“Local Communities’ Listening Roundtable (Circle 1) – Citizens’ Consultation on Future of Europe’s Challenges”

Today, 9th May 2026, participants and organisations from across Europe came together in Thessaloniki to engage in meaningful dialogue on migration, inclusion, solidarity, and the future of European policies.

This event creates a participatory space where citizens, local communities, and stakeholders can exchange perspectives, share experiences, and contribute to the development of a more democratic, inclusive, and solidarity-based Europe. 🇪🇺

Hosted by PYLON ONE, the event gathered representatives from Greece, Poland, Germany, Denmark, Belgium, and Sweden, strengthening international cooperation and civic engagement.

Together, we shape the Europe we want.

27/04/2026

Art becomes a voice for recovery.

Through our BlazeBack – Rebuilding After Wildfires project, we created a space where creativity meets resilience. Each piece tells a story of loss, strength, and renewal, reflecting the journey of communities rebuilding after wildfires.

This exhibition is not just about art. It is about connection, expression, and coming together to support one another through meaningful action.

A reminder that even after destruction, creativity can help us heal and move forward together.

23/04/2026

OPEN CALL – Youth Exchange in Romania 🇷🇴
✨ Mind the Young ✨

Η ομάδα της PYLON ONE αναζητά συμμετέχοντες για ένα μοναδικό Erasmus+ Youth Exchange που θα πραγματοποιηθεί στην Predești, Ρουμανία από 23 έως 31 Μαΐου 2026! Δες το βίντεο για να πάρεις μια ιδέα: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vK4B07n0uC4

🧠 Θεματική: Ψυχική υγεία των νέων
Σε έναν κόσμο που αλλάζει γρήγορα, οι νέοι αντιμετωπίζουν αυξανόμενες προκλήσεις στην ψυχική υγεία. Το project Mind the Young στοχεύει στην καταπολέμηση του στίγματος, στην ενίσχυση της συμπερίληψης και στην παροχή πρακτικών εργαλείων για ευεξία και αυτοφροντίδα.

🌍 Ποιοι συμμετέχουν;
Νέοι από Ελλάδα, Ισπανία, Πορτογαλία, Τουρκία και Ρουμανία σε ένα διαδραστικό, μη τυπικό περιβάλλον μάθησης!

👥 Ποιον ψάχνουμε;
✔️ Νέους + 1 group leader
✔️ Με βασικά αγγλικά
✔️ Με ενδιαφέρον για την ψυχική υγεία & την προσωπική ανάπτυξη

💡 Τι θα κερδίσεις;
✨ Νέες γνώσεις για mental health
✨ Εργαλεία για διαχείριση άγχους & συναισθημάτων
✨ Διεθνείς φιλίες & εμπειρία Erasmus+
✨ Συμμετοχή σε δραστηριότητες non-formal education

🏡 Μεταφορικα, διαμονή & διατροφή καλύπτονται

⚠️ Σημαντικό: Η συμμετοχή απαιτεί ενεργή παρουσία σε όλες τις δραστηριότητες

📩 Θέλεις να συμμετάσχεις;
Στείλε μας μήνυμα ή κάνε αίτηση τώρα! Οι θέσεις είναι περιορισμένες (6 συμμετέχοντες + 1 group leader από Ελλάδα).
Μην χάσεις την ευκαιρία να γίνεις μέρος μιας εμπειρίας που μπορεί να σε αλλάξει πραγματικά! 💙

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21/04/2026

✨ GoldGen Kick-off Meeting in Bastia – 16 April 2026

The GoldGen project officially kicked off in Bastia, bringing together an inspiring partnership from across Europe: France, Greece, Bulgaria, Portugal, Finland.

During the meeting, partners aligned on the project’s goals, upcoming research activities, and the development of the digital learning platform.

GoldGen aims to empower seniors with digital skills and circular economy knowledge, promoting active ageing and sustainability across Europe.

A great start to a strong collaboration!

03/04/2026

🚀 KEY-YOU Project Kick-Off Meeting Successfully Launched!

On March 31, 2026, we proudly held the official kick-off meeting for the KEY-YOU – Creative Knowledge & Diversity-oriented Engagement for Youth UNLOCKED Participation project in Potsdam, Germany.

Partners from Germany, Portugal, Slovenia, and Greece came together, marking the start of an inspiring journey focused on empowering young people—particularly those facing fewer opportunities—through innovative, inclusive, and game-based approaches to civic education.

During the meeting, we:
• Established a shared understanding of the project’s vision and goals
• Explored the implementation strategy and key work packages
• Reinforced cooperation among all partners
• Laid the groundwork for meaningful impact over the next two years

KEY-YOU is dedicated to enhancing civic engagement, promoting equality, and encouraging active participation by creating innovative tools—such as a digital escape room—and interactive learning experiences centered on EU decision-making processes and youth rights.

🌍 Together, we are opening new doors for youth participation and contributing to a more inclusive and democratic society!

03/04/2026

We’re excited to celebrate the success of our very first international event, which took place on Thursday, March 26, in Novo Mesto! 🌍✨ The discussions highlighted an important truth: as technology and green policies evolve rapidly, they must do so in a way that is inclusive and accessible to all.

The event began with a warm welcome from Tina Cigler, representing the Association for Developing Voluntary Work Novo Mesto (DRPD), setting a positive and engaging tone for the day.

Our round table, skillfully moderated by Ester Snedec, brought together diverse and impactful perspectives:
🔹 Matej Avguštin, who is blind, shed light on the often-overlooked challenges of digital kiosks and city navigation, opening up an essential conversation on inclusive design.
🔹 Roman Kapš shared valuable insights on closing the digital gap, reminding us that truly “smart” solutions should prioritize empathy, simplicity, and usability over complexity.
🔹 Peter Geršič (Municipality of Novo Mesto) pledged to incorporate these real-life insights into future urban planning initiatives.

A heartfelt thank you to MEP Irena Joveva for her inspiring opening remarks, and to our fantastic host, Mirjana Martinović, for leading us through the event so seamlessly.

The SustiBridge journey continues through 2027 alongside our partners across Italy, Croatia, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Greece, Belgium, and Hungary. Let’s keep connecting and building bridges that matter! 🌉🇪🇺

[Co-funded by the European Union through the CERV programme]

02/04/2026

02/04/2026

Get ready to step into the heart of EU decision-making!

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming training activity for our project "GreenScape: Unlock Youth Civil Engagement for a Sustainable Future" (Project No: 2023-2-CZ01-KA220-YOU-000185329)!

📍 Where: Prague, Czech Republic
📅 When: April 20 – 24, 2026

Ever wondered how European climate policies are actually made? Now is the chance for young change-makers to find out! During the Prague Exchange Week, participants will dive into an intensive, hands-on simulation of EU processes, focusing on climate change and resilience.

What’s happening during the week?
🎭 Role-play Simulation: Participants will step into the shoes of policymakers, EU institutions, and civil society actors to experience the heat of negotiations and the art of compromise.
🌍 Climate Focus: Deep dives into climate justice, sustainability, and civic engagement.
💡 Expert Insights: Learning directly from external speakers and policy experts.
🤝 Intercultural Exchange: Building teamwork and critical thinking skills with peers from across Europe.

By the end of this journey, our participants will walk away with practical tools to influence political decisions at the EU level and a fresh perspective on how youth can shape a more just and sustainable Europe.

Stay tuned for more updates from the field!