Get On the Action Train - GOAT

03/11/2025

📍 Trnava, Slovakia
A place to study. connect. grow.
We’re thrilled to unveil our new initiative: Student Coworking in Trnava — a flexible, welcoming space for students from different schools to study, brainstorm, collaborate and just get things done together ✨

From planning through to furnishing and opening, our youth team overcame administrative hurdles, time-pressures and coordination challenges — growing stronger and wiser in the process 💡 The result? A redesigned layout with extra seating & group-work zones, and an environment where students already say “yes, this helps me focus”.

Swipe ➡️ to see some behind-the-scenes glimpses of how it all came together!
Tag a study-buddy who’d love this spot 💬

31/10/2025

🇬🇷 Greek Youth Leading the Change! 🌿🎬

Under the Erasmus+ project G.O.A.T. – Get on the Action Train, young people across Europe were invited to turn creative ideas into meaningful community actions. From Greece, two remarkable teams — Green Out of the Box Challenge (Kozani) and Rural Narratives (Serres & Drama) — stood out for their innovation, inclusivity, and passion for positive change.

🌱 Green Out of the Box inspired over 500 young people and 50 educators to take on hands-on sustainability challenges, connecting schools, scouts, and inclusive centers through creativity and teamwork.

🎥 Rural Narratives used the power of film to tell real stories from Greece’s countryside, bridging generations and sparking dialogue about the future of rural life.

Both projects show how environmental awareness, creativity, and storytelling can unite generations and empower youth to lead a more sustainable European future. 🌍💫

👉Read more: https://www.goat-project.eu/greek-youth-projects-making-a-difference-two-inspiring-erasmus-winners/

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27/10/2025

🌟 Celje — Where Youth Take the Stage! 🌟

This summer, Celje once again became a city of youthful creativity, collaboration, and community spirit! 🇸🇮✨

Within the Erasmus+ project G.O.A.T. – Get on the Action Train, two inspiring Slovenian youth initiatives — Break the Floor and Summer FEST — showed what happens when young people are trusted to bring their ideas to life.

💃 Break the Floor turned Celje into a vibrant meeting point for over 300 dancers from 40 countries, proving that dance is a universal language of empowerment and connection.

🎶 Summer FEST, fully organized by local youth, celebrated music, art, sport, and sustainability, creating a stage where young people could express themselves, learn, and lead.

Both initiatives, supported by MCC Celje, remind us that when youth are empowered, communities thrive. 🌍💪

👉 Through G.O.A.T., co-financed by Erasmus+, young people across Europe are showing that local action can create global impact.

👉 Read more here: https://www.goat-project.eu/young-energy-local-impact-two-slovenian-youth-initiatives-that-inspire-change/

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27/10/2025

🎯 Top Free & Open-Source Tools That Power Our Youth Initiatives 🌍💡

💻 1️⃣ Collaboration & Communication
Miro / Mural (free plans) – perfect for brainstorming, design thinking, and visual collaboration.
Trello – keeps youth teams organised with boards and task lists.
Nextcloud & Google Workspace (Edu) – great for shared drives, calendars, and real-time co-creation.

🎨 2️⃣ Design & Creativity
Canva ❤️ – our go-to for visual storytelling, posters, and social media!
Krita / GIMP – open-source alternatives to Photoshop for digital art and photo editing.
Figma (Education plan) – for UX/UI, co-design, and creative teamwork.

🎥 3️⃣ Storytelling & Media
DaVinci Resolve / CapCut – free tools for professional video editing.
Audacity – great for podcasts or sound design workshops.

🌱 4️⃣ Learning & Facilitation
Mentimeter / Slido (free tiers) – interactive youth sessions and polls.
Padlet – digital wall for sharing ideas, reflections, and project outcomes.
H5P – open-source tool for creating interactive learning content.

💎 Best-kept secrets:
Combine Canva + Miro + Mentimeter for unforgettable workshops.
Use Nextcloud or Notion to centralize all project materials.
Leverage EU’s Open Educational Resources (OER) for free training modules and visuals.

✨ The truth? With creativity and collaboration, free tools can rival even the best paid ones. What matters most is how we use them — to connect, empower, and inspire. 💫

20/10/2025

🌍 TOGETHER WITH THE YOUTH WE CREATE THE FUTURE! 🚀

At GOAT – Get On the Action Train, we believe that young people have the power to shape tomorrow through creativity, leadership, and collaboration. 💡✨

✅ Empowerment and Leadership
✅ Innovation and Creativity
✅ Community and Social Impact
✅ Skill Development
✅ Future Workforce Preparation
✅ Building Resilience and Adaptability
✅ Global Awareness and Understanding

Let’s empower the next generation to take action, dream big, and build a better world — together! 🌱💪

👍 Follow us for more inspiration and opportunities!

👉 More info: 🌐 www.goat-project.eu

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15/10/2025

🎓 Career Consulting for Students – an inspiring Erasmus+ youth initiative by Kremena Rasheva, Gabriela Radkova, and Magdalena Dimitrova 🌟

At P. R. Slaveykov Secondary School in Kardzhali, 20 high school students took part in a five-month journey of career discovery, mentorship, and personal growth. Through individualized guidance and real-world connections with professionals, they explored their strengths, passions, and future career paths. 💼✨

This project beautifully bridges the gap between education and the labour market, showing how mentorship can open doors, inspire confidence, and empower young people to make informed, meaningful choices about their future. 🌱

The story doesn’t end here — the school will continue using the developed materials and know-how to support even more students on their path to success. 💡

10/10/2025

💙 The best thing Erasmus+ projects offer is the human connection — the exchange of knowledge, increased understanding, and mutual support that happens when people from different countries work together with one shared purpose.

After two years of collaboration, creativity, and action, our G.O.A.T. – Get On the Action Train partnership celebrates not just results, but the friendships, insights, and inspiration we’ve gained along the way. 🚆✨

Here’s what we’ve achieved together:

🧩 Key Results

Methodology for Youth Workers
📘 A 4-part guide on mentoring and supporting youth initiatives — theory, digital tools, practical activities, and podcasts with experts.
🌍 Available in 6 languages (EN, BG, SK, SI, EL, DE).
✅ Tested and refined through international training for youth workers.

Training Programme
🎓 Strengthened youth workers’ skills in mentoring, digital tools, and active participation.
📊 Satisfaction rate: 85–90% among participants.

eHUB: Virtual Classroom and Platform
💻 A digital space with interactive sessions, educational materials, and a forum for networking and mentoring.
🗂️ Includes a good practices database and self-assessment checklist.
🌐 Open-access and designed for long-term use.

International Youth Initiative Competition
🏆 Organised in all 5 partner countries.
💡 Supported 9 winning youth initiatives, implemented locally with mentoring and funding.
🎥 We are finishing 9 videos showing the journey from idea to impact.

Dissemination & Final Conferences
🌟 Five national events celebrating results and inspiring new collaborations.
📢 Ongoing visibility through videos, social media, and the G.O.A.T. eHub.

Because when we learn, create, and act together, we all move forward. 💫

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06/10/2025

📅 Today marked the second Info Day of the G.O.A.T. project in Bulgaria – co-led by one of the winning teams, Creative Sparks.

💬 The event turned into an inspiring space for reflection and exchange on how we can empower young people to bring their ideas to life and create meaningful change in their communities.

🌍 Participants explored real-life examples from the project and the Youth Initiatives Support Guide, highlighting impactful and socially driven projects from Bulgaria and the partner countries that are already making a difference.

👥 With 22 engaged participants, the day was filled with stories, ideas, and shared motivation – a true reminder that when youth are supported, innovation and transformation follow. ✨

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04/10/2025

👉 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to watch the upcoming final videos of the GOAT Competition winners from all 5 countries – a celebration of creativity, imagination, and youth voices in action!

🌟 One of our winners (Creative Sparks) has already shared a short, inspiring reel – a story born from courage, play, and the freedom to express themselves. And this is just the beginning!

✨ GOAT – Get On the Action Train – is all about giving young people the stage to explore, create, and share their unique perspectives with the world.

🎬 Stay tuned – the final videos are coming soon!

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These are Dani and Dari - one of the winners Bulgarian Teams of the G.O.A.T. project competition. They prepared a short video for their activities.

01/10/2025

The monthly online meeting of the partners of the European project G.O.A.T. | Get on the Action Train has been successfully conducted! 🚆✨

As we move into the final phase of the project, partners had the chance to discuss the final steps before the project ends, focusing on:
🔹 Finalizing the remaining activities and deliverables developed through the youth competition.
🔹 Showcasing the inspiring youth-led initiatives, which are now in their final stages and will soon be shared with a wider audience.
🔹 Coordinating the last actions to ensure the successful completion and dissemination of the project’s outcomes.

The G.O.A.T. project has been an empowering journey, supporting young people and youth workers in turning ideas into impactful initiatives. The results are almost ready to be unveiled — and they promise to make a difference.

👉 Stay tuned for the final updates and the exciting outcomes ahead!

29/09/2025

🌟 Join the GOAT Forum! 🌟

Are you passionate about youth initiatives and want to connect with others who share your vision? 🚀
Our GOAT Forum is the space where ideas grow, strategies evolve, and support networks thrive.

Explore the latest topics:
📱 Digital tools for youth projects
🤝 Support strategies in youth initiatives
🏆 Goal development in youth work
📚 Mentoring and youth leadership

✨ Be part of the conversation, share your insights, and discover new ways to empower young people across Europe.

👉 Click here to join the forum and start exploring today!
https://www.forum.goat-project.eu/

04/09/2025

On 28 August, Celje hosted the international conference of the Erasmus+ project G.O.A.T., where one of the highlights was a panel discussion on Youth Participation in Local and International Context.

🎤 Moderated by kolenc (MCC, Slovenia), the conversation brought together:
➡️ Andreas Koth (IB, Germany)
➡️ Alexandra Emirza (HIGGS, Greece)
➡️ Monika Kmetova (Europsky Dialog, Slovakia)
➡️ Iana Avramova (National Management School, Bulgaria)
➡️ Samo Seničar, Deputy Mayor of Celje

The panel explored the challenges of meaningful youth engagement and how institutions and organizations can strengthen it.

👉 Watch the full discussion here https://www.goat-project.eu/conference-panel-discussion-youth-participation-in-local-and-international-context/