In recent years, a phenomenon that Europe has been facing is the rise of intolerance, hate, extremism, even violent attacks based on ethnical base. In contrast the negative political populism is also growing. In such political polarization, young people especially those with minority and migrant backgrounds are the most vulnerable. These appearances make even more complicated the social-political inclusion of the migrants and minorities. Many reports, including the latest finding of FRA – Fundamental Rights Report 2018, are reflecting on the widespread socio-economic disadvantages of these groups of young people. Minority are victims of numerous and varied human rights violation. When issues of discrimination and identity development are coupled with factors such as fewer educational opportunities, limited access to social rights, some migrants and ethnic minority youth face a dual degree of vulnerability that places them at greater risk for negative outcomes. Lack of education leads to denial of civil and political rights, including rights to freedom of movement and freedom of expression, and limits participation in the cultural, social and economic life and in public affairs. The aim of the project is combat the human rights violation, prevent radicalization towards migrants and minorities by building capacities of youth workers and multiplayer on Human Right Education, Diversity and Tolerance. The following objectiveswere achieved: - increased participants knowledge about: HRE, social exclusion, intercultural dialogue and tolerance in youth work with migrants and minority people in order to prevent radicalization and human rights violations- awared of importance of cultural diversity on local, regional and international level and to develop skills and attitudes to motivate and actively involve migrant and minorities in human rights youth projects as preventing radicalization - developed practical competencies in Non Formal Education-specifically in HRE methods with migrant and minority people - developed a strong network and possibly plan for future cooperation focusing on cultural diversity and active participation of migrant and minorities in order to prevent radicalization. The event took place in period 11-19 May 2019 and it gathered 32 participants.The training course engaged1.youth workers who are working with migrants and minorities;2. migrants and minorities who act as multipliers who are engaged in minorities and migrants rights, as well as general intercultural education with young members of a national, ethnic or language minority, returned asylum seekers, Roma as the biggest minority group in Europe.As results and impact attained all participants developed local Initiatives, some of them purposely developed for ESC funds, initiatives and actions for combating human rights violations by using HRE and applying lessons learned and skills from this training. There were very concrete initiatives aimed to raise awarness for Human rights of certain group in need in their country.

"The “Regional Expert Panels” in the frame of the project line “Non-Formal Education and Diversity in European Youth Work” were targeted at the members and representatives of the partner consortium from 19 different European countries as well as stakeholders like youth and adults from NGOs, initiatives, foundations, representatives of politics, culture and local civil society in BiH and Macedonia. The events were aimed:•to learn what a diversity-conscious approach is about•to deepen the consciousness about power positions and experiences with diversity and discrimination in co-operation with partner(s) and target groups•to experience concrete methods for youth projects and reflect, discuss and adapt them, furthermore to plan concrete steps to implement a diversity-conscious perspective in partners and other stakeholders activities (seminars, workshops and other educational activities) and in their organizations•to experience and reflect a diversity- conscious attitude as facilitators, managers, pedagogues etc.Furthermore the “Regional Expert Panels” were used to•visualize and disseminate the overall project line “Non-Formal Education and Diversity in European Youth Work” in the region•visualize and disseminate the program Erasmus+/Youth in Action in the region•visualize and disseminate the current ongoing discourse on “Diversity conscious education/international youth work” in the region, e.g. through visualizing and disseminating prevailing strategies, activities and publications The first “Regional expert´s panel” on the theme ""Group-focused enmity” was taking place in Tetovo (Macedonia) 2nd – 6th of April 2016, followed by the second “Regional expert´s panel” on “Diversity & Inclusion” in Sarajevo (BiH), 8th – 12th of June 2016."

Detta projekt som kallas '' Encouraging Diversity‘ kommer att organiseras i Örkelljunga Sverige mellan den 2017-07-01 och 2017-07-09 av Hjelmsjövik HVB Hem. Vi vill ge ungdomar möjlighet att fokusera på hur media skildrar marginaliserade grupper över våra samhällen och länder. Vi vill också uppmuntra mångfald bland ungdomar. Icke formelt lärande är huvud inlärning metod som vi ska använda under projektet. Vi kommer att ha 30 ungdomar från 5 länder: Sverige, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania och Turkiet. Huvud aktiviteten ska vara i Kosovo med en 7-dagars ungdomsutbytet.

"It is the time for youth to take media into their own hands. This is the reason why the youth exchange ""Encouraging Minorities"" brought together 39 young people from 5 countries: Czech Republic, Kosovo, Macedonia, Albania, and Spain and within the project activity, they had the opportunity to focus on how the media portrays the marginalized groups across our communities and countries. Through non-formal learning methods of backpack journalism, 32 young people along with their 7 group leaders had explored what does it mean to be part of a marginalized group and increase their own media literacy by recognizing how media builds the images in our communities of ""the others"". The project was held in Pristina, on 15 September - 23 September 2018 and gave the opportunity for the group of young media enthusiasts to explore the local environment of Pristina in Kosovo. In Pristina, and also on a field trip to Gracenica and Prizren, the group talked with locals and saw how a multicultural and multilingual region functions and works, and what are the stories of the different ethnicities living there. Participants had the opportunity during the session to discuss, share, compare and debate on what are the societal outlooks to marginalized groups in their local communities and gain the cognition and wisdom of objective reporting which they can use for promoting tolerance and inclusion. They were encouraged to start reporting on marginalized groups from their countries before the exchange and build a portfolio with materials for work. Further on, they were creating articles and photos in order to create final products of the youth exchange, i.e. articles which shows the true situation of minorities leaving in Kosovo. Also, they amplify the voice of the marginalized communities in Kosovo and partner countries by disseminating the articles in different social media groups. All produced articles were shared on the blog of the youth exchange and on the website/ Facebook page of the partner in order to reach thousands of young people across Europe. In this way, we will show to the young people from the local community what is the minorities situation in Kosovo and a good practice example of an Erasmus+ mobility. Participants succeed to face the challenge of being dropped into a new environment, working creatively with a team and using simple tools to interview locals. The techniques that participants practiced in Kosovo will be easier transferred back to their home countries resulting simultaneously in a higher level of social inclusion and employability for youth from EU and non-EU Countries. During the youth exchanges we achieve the following objective: • we promote to the 39 participants cultural diversity and tolerance. In this way, we reduce prejudices and discrimination based on race, color, cultural background, religion, nationality, language etc; • we motivate the 39 participants to be active citizens and to be involved in youth activities; • we promote human’s rights especially freedom of speech, mobility, and European Union values with emphasis on media, cultural diversity and tolerance; • we enhance the self-esteem and confidence of the 39 participants that took part in the project; • we broaden the network of European organizations working in the social field and create synergies between the partners of this project; • we create synergies between the partner of this project and other local and international organizations during the project period."

Be the Change is a youth exchange project, with an APV meeting, that will be held in Napoli from 10th to 17th of november 2017: 8 days of activities about the theme of inclusion of migrants. It is promoted by Componibile62 (from Italy) and 3 partners from Spain, Kosovo and Ukraine.Italy, as other European countries, is facing a massive immigration of people from Africa and other countries that are living a condition of asylum seekers and refugees, phenomena that should make European Union proud, but instead it has provoked an increasing rate of racism, intolerance and hate, that is spreaded everywhere in the social life of young people, from social media to main national newspapers and televisions. On the other hand especially the young refugees are facing difficulties to satisfy their basic and priority needs such as shelter and food, as well as access to the education and (legal) work. This project is aimed to promote - through the active involvement of 24 young participants, aged between 17 and 23 and gender balanced (+ 4 leaders), coming from Spain, Ukraine, Kosovo and Italy - an intense and valuable intercultural experienced and new perspectives and ideas that can impact on their lives and can be spread on their communities in order to fight racism and intolerance and promote social inclusion and diversity as a value and as an opportunity to grow together. 12 young with fewer opportunity will be involved and helped to grow.PartnersThe whole set of partners will assure different points of view and a range of interesting experiences and opinions, meant to achieve a strong and deep intercultural dialogue and enrich the experience.The objectives of the project are:- to create a safe platform for sharing and exploring through non-formal methods, know-what, know-how and know-why, regarding migrants' needs in 4 European countries- to raise awareness among youth from different backgrounds about the discrimination the refugees are facing in Europe and the negative consequences at local, national and European levels, through interactive methods and direct contact with young refugees- to enhance the potential and the understanding among young people, from Eu and non-Eu countries, and refugees giving them the chance to live and interact together during 8 days of activity.- to create a network among the partners meant to enhance the cooperation between the countries in refugees inclusion matters and to reinforce the European identity- to empower 28 young people with competences and creative tools, meant to support the integration of refugeesThis learning journey will proceed through a structured programme of activities within a general frame that includes informal learning, intercultural learning, exchange of experiences, creative and dynamic activities, reflections and fun. The methodology will mix the participant cultures through: role games, outdoor and sport activities, creative and practical workshops, open debates, cultural visits, introspective reflection, common sharing and positive energy.As long term impact it is expected an increased awareness regarding the needs and rights of the refugees, as well as sense of initiative and active participation among young people towards a better integration in local communities of people with lesser opportunities.Some impact on participants will be:@ personal development and growing- open minded and receptive to diversity- increased capacity of adaptability- learning to interact in different ways with people from different backgrounds- new friendships- increased interest for volunteering and Erasmus+- new way to face obstacles@ awareness and sensitization - intercultural aspects: mentalities, lifestyles, working styles, traditions, habits- thematic aspects: immigrant conditions in different countries- increased sense of collaboration, sharing, creativity- increased sense of European identity and better attitudes regarding human values@ become more actively involved in their organizations and their local community for thematic activities@ introduce intercultural perspective at home and build more respectful and united communities to reduce exclusionConcrete expected results- a network of interconnected 4 associations from 4 different countries- multimedia contents with issues connected with refugees rights (resulted from the youth exchange)- a house build by the participants (with recycled material)- toys, clothes, crafts and artworks- drafts for future projects (resulted from the Erasmus+ follow-up session)- Youthpass certificates released from the participantsDisseminationOne of the results of the project will be a website under Componibile62 web platform to promote contents and ideas created by the participants and motivated from their needs and desires.Participants will also promote a web campaign on the theme to spread different visions about migration and refugees lives.