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ILA is an NGO that provides mechanisms to facilitate knowledge and experience transfer among sectors and countries and carries out national and international training, research and consultancy projects on ICT, employment, entrepreneurship, vocational qualification, migration, volunteering, youth work and labour relations.

06/05/2026

DiverseVET CoVE Project’s Introductory Online Meeting Successfully Held

The introductory meeting, held on 05 May 2026, focused on presenting the DiverseVET project’s objectives and coordination framework, with key sessions covering project management structures, work package priorities, financial procedures, and initial implementation steps. Through an interactive online format, partners introduced their organisations, reviewed the Project Management Action Plan, and aligned on upcoming activities and collaboration mechanisms to ensure a coordinated and effective project launch.

Implemented in cooperation with partners from Cyprus, France, Greece, Germany, Lithuania, and Belgium, the DiverseVET project aims to strengthen inclusive vocational education systems and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across green and digital sectors through transnational collaboration and innovation.

For more information, please visit: https://www.ilabour.eu/projects/253/

20/04/2026

Circular Pedro Project’s Second Transnational Mobility on Circular Food Held from 12 to 18 April 2026 in Muğla, Türkiye

The mobility focused on the Circular Food theme, covering responsible consumption, sustainable production, food packaging, and cradle-to-grave nutrition. Through workshops, field visits, and collaborative sessions, participants explored the application of circular economy principles in food systems and youth work, developed learning competencies, and contributed to educational content, including a Minecraft-based virtual environment. The programme also featured visits to a sustainable fish farm and a circular olive oil factory, offering practical insights into resource-efficient production aligned with SDG 12, and concluded with evaluation, documentation of learning outcomes, and planning of future activities.

Implemented in cooperation with partners from Portugal, Türkiye, the Netherlands, and Germany, the Circular Pedro project continues to promote sustainability awareness, circular economy practices, and transnational cooperation among young people and youth workers across Europe.

31/03/2026

"Green Professional Development for Youth Workers" Project's Training Course Was Held in Horezu, Romania, on 13 - 22 March 2026

Impact:
The “Green Professional Development for Youth Workers (GREEN-PRO)” project enhanced the professional capacities of youth workers and organisations in environmental education, sustainable development, and climate action. By bringing together participants from multiple countries in an international seminar, the project enabled youth workers to exchange good practices, develop inclusive green educational activities, and strengthen their ability to work with young people with fewer opportunities, while participating organisations improved the quality of youth services and increased environmental awareness within their local communities.

For more information, please visit; https://www.ilabour.eu/projects/250/

The project is held in coordination with the Asociatia Pro Dezvoltare Dacia (apdd) in partnership with;
ILA.

12/03/2026

United Nations Volunteers (UNV), as one of the leading global actors in advancing, recognizing, and strengthening volunteerism worldwide, provides an important international reference point for understanding how volunteering contributes to development, public services, and social transformation. Dr. Tapiwa Kamuruko, Chief of Volunteer Advisory Services Section, and Emiliya Asadova, Policy Specialist on Evidence at United Nations Volunteers (UNV), will explore how volunteering can be measured through both quantitative and qualitative methods in light of the 2026 World Volunteering Report.

The webinar will address why volunteering should be measured and how this can be done through hours, participation ratios, and economic value approaches, while also examining qualitative dimensions such as individual development, social trust, and solidarity. Drawing on examples from different countries, the session will explain how volunteering can become a more visible, credible, and policy-relevant field.

It is open to everyone and completely free of charge, including a certificate of participation.

Event Date: 18 March 2026
Time: 08:30 GMT
Registration Link: https://ilatalks.com/webinar/87

10/03/2026

“Green Setup: Setting up Energy Workers’ Consultation and Participation Mechanisms for Green Transition” Project Started

We held the project's online kick-off meeting and officially started the project. During the meeting, the project coordinator FIEQUIMETAL welcomed the partners, introduced the project objectives and activities, and discussed the implementation schedule, including the country-specific analysis of worker consultation mechanisms.

Partners from Portugal, Poland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, the Netherlands and Montenegro introduced their organisations and discussed their roles within the project. The meeting concluded with a question-and-answer session and a summary of the next steps for the implementation phase.

Impact:
The “Green Setup: Setting up Energy Workers’ Consultation and Participation Mechanisms for Green Transition” project aims to strengthen worker consultation and participation mechanisms in the energy sector during the green transition. The project enhances the capacities of workers, trade unions and employer organisations through research, peer learning and policy dialogue to ensure a just, inclusive and sustainable transition.

For more information, please visit;
https://www.ilabour.eu/projects/251/

The project is held in coordination with FIEQUIMETAL (Portugal) in partnership with;
ILA (Netherlands),
OZZGNiG (Poland),
CECC (Poland),
DEOK (Cyprus),
FNSM (Bulgaria),
CPPME (Portugal),
MEF (Montenegro).

09/03/2026

Understanding the State of the World’s Volunteerism Through Data and Global Evidence
How can the real impact of volunteering be demonstrated through reliable data, and which indicators should institutions and policymakers use to understand volunteer contributions more effectively? For everyone interested in making volunteering more visible, measurable, and evidence-based, this webinar offers a timely and in-depth perspective.
United Nations Volunteers (UNV), as one of the leading global actors in advancing, recognizing, and strengthening volunteerism worldwide, provides an important international reference point for understanding how volunteering contributes to development, public services, and social transformation. Dr. Tapiwa Kamuruko, Chief of Volunteer Advisory Services Section, and Emiliya Asadova, Policy Specialist on Evidence at United Nations Volunteers (UNV), will explore how volunteering can be measured through both quantitative and qualitative methods in light of the 2026 World Volunteering Report.
The webinar will address why volunteering should be measured and how this can be done through hours, participation ratios, and economic value approaches, while also examining qualitative dimensions such as individual development, social trust, and solidarity. Participants will also be introduced to the GIVE (Global Index of Volunteer Engagement) framework and its four dimensions, as well as approaches to measuring volunteering during crises, disasters, and broader social transformation processes. Drawing on examples from different countries, the session will explain how volunteering can become a more visible, credible, and policy-relevant field.
Everyone who wants to better understand the global state of volunteerism and strengthen evidence-based approaches to volunteering is warmly invited to join this webinar.
The event will be held as a webinar within the framework of the 2026 International Volunteer Year in cooperation with TEMA.

It is open to everyone and completely free of charge, including a certificate of participation.

Event Date: 18 March 2026
Time: 09:30 CET
Registration Link: https://ilatalks.com/webinar/87

16/02/2026

Call for Participants from Türkiye!

We are looking for Participants from Türkiye for the "Green Professional Development for Youth Workers" Seminar to be held on 13 - 22 March 2026 in Horezu, Romania.

Impact:
The “Green Professional Development for Youth Workers (GREEN-PRO)” project enhanced the professional capacities of youth workers and organisations in environmental education, sustainable development, and climate action. By bringing together participants from multiple countries in an international seminar, the project enabled youth workers to exchange good practices, develop inclusive green educational activities, and strengthen their ability to work with young people with fewer opportunities, while participating organisations improved the quality of youth services and increased environmental awareness within their local communities.

Please check the details and application form at this link https://www.ilabour.eu/calls/530/

This project is financed by the Erasmus+ Programme and covers all relevant accommodation and food costs. Organisers reimburse transport expenses after mobility.

09/01/2026

"Circular Pedro" Project's Training Course Was Held in Tomar, Portugal, on 04 - 10 January 2026

The mobility programme focused on the Circular Fashion theme, addressing key topics such as sustainable production and consumption, reuse and repair culture, and environmental awareness-based educational practices. Through interactive workshops and collaborative sessions, participants explored how circular economy principles can be effectively integrated into youth education and youth work. During the meeting, an instructional design framework and scenario for the Minecraft Virtual Circular World were also developed as part of the project’s innovative educational approach.

Implemented in cooperation with partners from Portugal, Türkiye, the Netherlands, and Germany, the Circular Pedro project aims to strengthen sustainability and circular economy awareness among young people and youth workers, while fostering transnational collaboration and shared learning across Europe.

For more information, please visit: https://pedro.ilabour.eu

The project is held in coordination with the Cimt - Comunidade Intermunicipal Do Médio Tejo in partnership with;
International Labour Association E.V.,
Milas Bilim Ve Sanat Merkezi,
International Learning Academy B.V.

08/11/2025

Circular Pedro Consortium Sets the Stage for a Sustainable Journey

The Circular Pedro project officially began with its online Kick-Off Meeting held on 29 October 2025, bringing together all partner organisations from Portugal, Türkiye, the Netherlands, and Germany.

During the meeting, partners discussed the project agenda and shared insights on implementation, dissemination, and the upcoming learning activities. Hosted by CIMT, the session outlined the roadmap for four transnational mobilities—Circular Fashion (Portugal), Circular Food (Türkiye), Circular Transport (Netherlands), and Circular Workplaces (Germany)—as well as the development of the Virtual Circular World on Minecraft Education Edition.

With a shared commitment to empowering youth workers and promoting sustainable habits, the consortium marked the beginning of an exciting collaboration guided by its creative ambassador, Circular Pedro.

07/11/2025

E-Mentorship Recognised as an Erasmus+ Good Practice

E-Mentorship strengthens early childhood education by pairing experienced teachers with novice preschool teachers in disadvantaged schools through a structured one-to-one e-mentoring model designed to improve classroom practice and children’s learning experiences.

Key results include mentor training via dedicated e-learning modules, a web portal that matches mentors and mentees and supports ongoing interactions and evaluation, and research-based tools such as self- and expert-assessment checklists, reflective notes, and handbooks to embed quality and sustainability.

The consortium brings together Adıyaman University (Türkiye) as the coordinator, with partners from the Netherlands (ILA), Poland, Italy, and Sweden, aligning practice, research, and dissemination to ensure take-up beyond the project's lifetime.

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