In today’s rapidly evolving world, youth workers are on the frontlines of change. The “Boosting Youth Work & Local Action” training course is a one-week Erasmus+ mobility designed to strengthen youth work practices, empower civic participation, and promote inclusion across Europe.
- Date: 25. Nov – 2. Dec 2025 (Tuesdays are travel days)
- Location: Manerba del Garda, Italy
- Registration: https://bit.ly/my_eu_project
Bringing together youth workers, educators, and facilitators from diverse countries, this training blends non-formal learning, creative tools, and intercultural dialogue to spark real transformation—both in local communities and in the broader European youth sector.
Over the course of the programme, participants will experiment with innovative approaches like World Café, Open Space, Digital Storytelling, Theatre of the Oppressed, and Gamification to co-create new models of participation and local engagement.
This training course will:
- Provide hands-on experience with dynamic non-formal education methods
- Encourage the co-creation of a methodological toolkit for youth and community work
- Support the development and testing of local micro-activities
- Promote intergenerational dialogue and intercultural storytelling
- Explore creative alternatives to traditional participation methods using digital tools and social media
- Simulate processes of active citizenship (e.g. youth assemblies, role plays)
- Inspire the development of local action plans for youth inclusion and democratic engagement
- Foster a community of practice for follow-up and long-term impact
Who can join?
We’re inviting volunteers, facilitators, youth workers, trainers, educators, and NGO representatives who are:
- 18+ years old
- Active in youth work and motivated to use the knowledge they will learn in their practice
- Confident communicating in English
Accommodation
Located on the beautiful Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, Manerba del Garda offers stunning natural landscapes, Mediterranean climate, and a peaceful learning environment.
The area is rich in history, culture, and charm—perfect for reflection, creativity, and collaboration.
Participants will stay at a hostel in Manerba del Garda
- Note: Bring your own towel and personal hygiene items
- A €30 deposit (refundable) will be collected at check-in to ensure proper use of facilities
Travel arrangements
Closest airports are Orio al Serio (Bergamo – BGY) or other options are Verona, Milan Linate, Milan Malpensa. Travel reimbursement will be processed after all follow-up actions are completed, as per Erasmus+ rules. Participants are required to keep all tickets and original boarding passes and after the training hand them over to the organiser or send upon return home. Travel plan has to be first submit for approval before any tickets are bought. Travel steps:
- Take a shuttle/train from the airport to the main train station
- From there, take a train to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione
- A private group transfer from Desenzano to Manerba will be organized (cost: €10 round trip, reimbursed)
Travel costs will be reimbursed after the mobility, up to the maximum amounts set by Erasmus+: 309€ for participants traveling from Austria (417€ in case of green travel = no flights).
What to bring?
- Personal medication
- Towel, shampoo, and personal hygiene items
- Local snacks or food for Intercultural Evening
- Information materials about your country (e.g., brochures, posters, music, games, PowerPoints)
- A reusable water bottle to reduce plastic waste
How to apply?
- Register for the youth exchange here: https://bit.ly/my_eu_project
- Wait for confirmation from ACTIVE Austria team and further instructions.
- Plan your travels and send us your travel plan for approval.
- Wait for confirmation of your travel plan and joint the event!