Do you work with young people in rural or remote areas? Would you like to explore AI tools for youth work and meet organisations for future Erasmus+ projects?
Join the Rural Youth Work Lab in Gavoi, in the heart of Sardinia, a professional development activity for youth workers from across Europe. It is hosted by Malik ETS, an Erasmus+ accredited organisation with experience in rural youth work.
- Date: 29 October – 2 November 2026. Travel days: 29 October and 2 November. Activity days: 30 October – 1 November.
- Location: Gavoi, Sardinia, Italy
- Participants: 25
- Organiser: Malik ETS
- Application deadline: 10 October 2026 (selection: 11 October)
- Apply here.
We are looking for youth workers and youth leaders working in non-formal learning, especially with young people in rural and remote areas.
What will you gain? The programme covers four areas:
- Quality & innovation: reflecting on Erasmus+ mobility experiences and good practices
- Digital competences & AI: trying out digital and AI tools for planning, activities and communication, and discussing their responsible use
- Rural youth work: the challenges and opportunities of working with young people in rural areas
- European cooperation: networking and developing ideas for future Erasmus+ projects
Methods include World Café, Open Space, practical workshops, community visits and Design Thinking.
Practical information
- Participation fee: none
- Accommodation, food and local transfer: free of charge
- Travel: reimbursed up to €309
- Youthpass: all participants receive a certificate
- Working language: English
How to apply?
- Register for the training here.
- Wait for confirmation from the ACTIVE Austria team and further instructions.
- Plan your travel and send us your travel plan for approval.
- Wait for confirmation of your travel plan, and join us in Sardinia!