Youth Media

Youth Media Founded in 2012 in Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania, Youth Media is a non-profit organization with over 50 members.

The association empowers young people through creativity, innovation, and media-based initiatives, fostering growth and civic engagement.

The penultimate day, Day 7 of our "From Hate to Understanding" training was all about putting our learning into action a...
27/04/2026

The penultimate day, Day 7 of our "From Hate to Understanding" training was all about putting our learning into action and planning for the future. It was a day of transition, moving from indoor learning to community-led implementation. 🤝
⚡Community Projects: Participants stepped into the role of facilitators, running workshops for local youth. It was a great opportunity to apply the non-formal educational tools in a real-world setting and see the methods in action.
💡 Future Cooperation: in small groups participants designed potential Erasmus+ projects focused on preventing hate speech and discrimination. By clearly defining the “What, Why, Who, When, and How,” we laid the groundwork for future collaboration.
🎓 Evaluation & Youthpass: We closed our formal sessions with final feedback and the official Youthpass ceremony, recognizing the new competencies each participant has developed.
🥂 Farewell Party, Karaoke Evening: We concluded the evening with a celebration of the connections made and the hard work everyone put in throughout the week.
The past few days were intense and rewarding. Participants gained new knowledge, tools, methods and experiences that they can use in their local communities.

Day 6, Monday was a busy day of learning outside the classroom. We moved from theoretical understanding to seeing real-w...
27/04/2026

Day 6, Monday was a busy day of learning outside the classroom. We moved from theoretical understanding to seeing real-world challenges and preparing our own community actions. 💡
🏘️ Startup Hub & GAL Sepsi: We visited our association’s office at Startup Hub to explore local initiatives, followed by a visit to GAL Sepsi to learn about their complex, vital work with the segregated local Roma community.
🎭 Non-formal education tools and methods: In the afternoon we reviewed 14 distinct methods of non-formal education. To put these tools to the application, participants acted out hot issues, addressing topics like bullying, hate speech, discrimination and exclusion. Each group chose a theater form to present their scenario, proposing creative, actionable solutions from a youth worker’s perspective.
📝 Local Action Planning: We spent the final part of the day in small groups designing the workshops we will facilitate for local students tomorrow. We structured our plans to include the title, target group, topic, theme, competence development, step-by-step methodology, roles, and necessary materials.
📓 Reflection: We closed the day with small-group reflection sessions, where participants documented their insights in their learning journals.
We are now fully prepared to put our training into practice!

Day 5 was a day for internal reflection, focusing on the people, systems, and environments that shape our worldviews, at...
27/04/2026

Day 5 was a day for internal reflection, focusing on the people, systems, and environments that shape our worldviews, attitudes, and behaviors.
🧠 Mapping Our Influences: We engaged in an exploration of how our immediate circles, close people, community, and society, have a powerful influence on our beliefs. Recognizing these influences is an important step for youth workers.
⚖️ "Dignityland" Simulation: We stepped into the shoes of policymakers in "Dignityland," where we debated social policies and navigated the complexities of human rights and resource allocation.
🗺️📱 City Treasure Hunt: In the afternoon we took our learning to the streets! We held an interactive treasure hunt around the city, using digital tools to solve challenges. It was a great way to bond and see Sfântu Gheorghe from a new perspective.
📓Reflection: We concluded the day with small-group reflection sessions, where participants documented their personal insights and key takeaways from the day in their learning journals.
By challenging our own perspectives and connecting with the environment around us, we are better prepared to foster true equality.

Day 4 in Sfântu Gheorghe: Uncovering the Roots of Social Injustice 🔍⚖️Our Erasmus+ training course, "From Hate To Unders...
21/04/2026

Day 4 in Sfântu Gheorghe: Uncovering the Roots of Social Injustice 🔍⚖️

Our Erasmus+ training course, "From Hate To Understanding" (April 16–22), is moving into its most profound phase. Saturday was for our "Day of exploring social injustice," our participants moved beyond surface-level definitions to examine the complex structures that allow discrimination to persist in our societies.

Highlights from Saturday’s sessions:

🧱 The Roots of Prejudices: We engaged in deep discussions to identify where biases begin and how they grow into systemic discrimination.

⚠️ The Pyramid of Hate: Using this powerful framework, we explored how biased attitudes can escalate into more dangerous societal behaviors if left unchecked.

🔄 Multiple Perspectives: We analyzed hate speech from various viewpoints—victim, bystander, and perpetrator—to understand the psychological and social impact on different communities.

⚖️ Social Differences & Injustice: Our participants from Romania, the Netherlands, Hungary, Austria, Lithuania, Malta, Latvia, Greece, and the Czech Republic compared how social injustice manifests in their respective local contexts.

💬 Reflection & Connection: As always, we closed the day with reflection groups to process these heavy topics before gathering for dinner.

It was a challenging but necessary day of growth. By understanding the roots of the problem, these youth workers are becoming better equipped to foster true equality and justice.

Stay tuned for more updates! 🕊️✨

The journey continues: Deep Dives and Cultural Vibes! 🔍💻Our "From Hate To Understanding" training course (April 16–22) i...
18/04/2026

The journey continues: Deep Dives and Cultural Vibes! 🔍💻

Our "From Hate To Understanding" training course (April 16–22) is moving full steam ahead! Yesterday, for our "Day of exploring hate speech," we tackled the complexities of the digital world and the realities of our diverse home countries.🌍

Highlights from Friday’s journey:

🎙️ Guest Expert Session: We were honored to welcome a local professional journalist from Sfântu Gheorghe who led our "Social Media – Fact or Fake News" activity! Her professional insights helped us critically engage with how media shapes opinions and how to identify misinformation.📝

💎 Hate Speech Diamond: We used this tool to reflect on the impact of offensive language and the underlying social structures of privilege and discrimination.

🌍 National Realities: Our participants shared the specific challenges regarding hate speech within their own countries, fostering a deeper understanding of our different local contexts.

🥐 Intercultural Evening: We wrapped up the day with a spectacular celebration! We traveled across Europe without leaving the room, tasting snacks and sharing traditions from Romania, the Netherlands, Hungary, Austria, Lithuania, Malta, Latvia, Greece, and the Czech Republic.🕺

It was a day of intense learning balanced with wonderful moments of community. We are so proud of the work these youth workers are putting in to build a more inclusive future.

Stay tuned for more updates from our week in Transylvania! 🕊️✨

The journey has officially begun at Youth Media! 🚀We are currently hosting our international Training Course, "From Hate...
17/04/2026

The journey has officially begun at Youth Media! 🚀

We are currently hosting our international Training Course, "From Hate To Understanding," taking place from April 16th to 22nd, 2026, here in the heart of Sfântu Gheorghe. 🇷🇴

Following our arrival day on April 15th, yesterday marked our first full day of activities—and what a start it was! 🥳
Here is a look at the highlights from our "Getting to Know Day":
Building Connections: We kicked things off with an official welcome and teambuilding activities designed to break the ice and turn our group of 40 participants into a collaborative team.
Setting the Stage: We dove deep into the program details and explored the professional growth opportunities offered by the Erasmus+ program and the Youthpass framework.

A European Mosaic: It is inspiring to see so many perspectives coming together! We are proud to host representatives from 10 different countries: Romania, the Netherlands, Hungary, Austria, Lithuania, Spain, Malta, Latvia, Greece, and the Czech Republic.🌍

Our Mission: Throughout this week, we are equipping these youth workers with the tools to recognize, reflect on, and transform hate speech into understanding within their local communities.🥰

We can’t wait to see the impact of the deep work ahead as we continue this journey together through April 22nd.
Stay tuned for more updates from Transylvania! 🌍❤️

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