<< Objectives >>“e-ntrepreneur 2.0” is a continuation of a youth exchange “e-ntrepreneur” that took place in Agrigento in 2019. During our current pandemic situation many of us lost jobs. According to “The Guardian” “Young workers have been hit the hardest by rising unemployment during the Covid pandemic, with those under the age of 35 accounting for almost 80% of jobs lost in the past year.” Our world has changed. Virtual activities gained more importance. Not to be left behind, we feel we need to follow the change and adapt to the new world situation. But how? Should we wait until restaurants and caffees are opened again so we can get our jobs back? What if pandemic won’t be over next year? We need to take the future in our hands. Improve skills that will help us to face unemployment and live a life we want to. The main goal of e-ntrepreneur 2.0 is to tackle youth unemployment problems that occurred in the pandemic situation, inform, motivate and enable youngsters to work on that topic in their countries, as well as equip them with experience, knowledge and skills, especially digital to easily enter the labour market. The project targets youngsters who lost their jobs due to Covid, face unemployment, had bad experiences with job interviews or want to start working on youth employment projects within their organizations. The main objectives of the youth exchange are:-to reflect on unemployment situation of youth in Europe in the pandemic situation;-to develop skills (especially digital) and knowledge of youngsters in the process of getting a job;-to encourage youth’s entrepreneurship with a focus on digitalization;-to encourage the creation of future projects within the Erasmus + Programme, which will target unemployed youngsters.<< Implementation >>The main theme of the project is Youth Unemployment in the pandemic situation. This project will provide participants with the necessary skills and confidence to enable them to flourish and share their experience. Therefore, meeting their commonly misunderstood and misinterpreted needs, young people from around Europe will join and be actively encouraged to share, learn and participate.During 8 working days the participants will share opinions and ideas on unemployment and will be involved in various activities. They will learn CV and Motivation Letter writing techniques, hints to pass a job interview, working with E-Job databases, how to use activism as a way to the labour market, what Youthpass is, how to get a Europass Skills Passport, how to work with career centres, etc. “e – ntrepreneur 2.0” project will stimulate young people's spirit of initiative, creativity, entrepreneurship and employability through theoretical input from experts and participants. After coming back home, participants will be responsible to transfer their knowledge to their peers and young people involved in their organizations. Workshops will be based mainly on non-formal learning methodology, active participation, group-work and teamwork.2 mobilities are planned during the project duration: Preparatory Visit and Youth Exchange. Both activities will be organized in Agrigento - city in Sicilia, Italy which is characterized by one of the biggest youth unemployment rates. Partner organizations will be represented by participants and team leaders from Italy, Poland, Romania, Hungary, Spain, France and Greece. There will be 7 team leaders that will take part in the Preparatory Visit and 6 participants + one leader from each country that will participate in the youth exchange. Half of the participants are youngsters with fewer opportunities.<< Results >>We are confident that in case of support for our project, we will reach significant and sustainable results. First, our youth will get valuable information and gain necessary knowledge and practical skills to transfer to peers in their local communities. We expect them to organize some workshops for small groups of young people from their hometowns and also spread the received information through their personal networks. We'll provide them support any time when needed. Second, we believe that the YE will be a further step towards building a transparent, informed and responsible European society. We hope that at the end of the project the participants will work towards specific employment projects to be implemented back home, and, as mentioned before, have the opportunity to pass on their new skills and knowledge back to their home country to help other young people.Last but not least, participants will learn CV and Motivation letter writing techniques, hints to pass a job interview, working with E-Job databases, what Youthpass is, how to create a Europass - European Skills Passport (CV and Europass Language Passport), how to work with career centres, etc. YE will stimulate young people's spirit of initiative, creativity, entrepreneurship and employability through theoretical input from experts and participants.After coming back home, participants will be responsible to transfer their knowledge to their peers and young people involved in their organizations. Workshops will be based mainly on non-formal learning methodology, active participation, group-work and teamwork. Each participant is supposed to teach 10 more young people back in their country.

"The Youth Exchange ""Labor Up"" - LUP was held in Valladolid, Spain from 31.08 to 06.09.2019 (not counting the two days of travel), and brought together 32 participants from Spain, Greece, Serbia, Portugal, Ukraine and Italy.We have dedicated this project to young people, who after finishing their training have difficulty finding the job they like. Ages between 18 and 30 years that do not work or receive training (regulated or unregulated). We chose this group because after reading several EU studies, we discovered that this group has a high risk of being excluded from the labor market (https://www.eurofound.europa.eu/young-people-and-neets- 1) . We also realized that the future of these young people is a priority for the EU ET 2020 framework, so we wanted this project to make them understand that improving their skills can help them find a job.All the activities of this project have been based on non-formal learning methods (games, teambuildings, visual media, competitions, role-playing, group work, peer learning, debates), structured to meet the needs of young people. They learned to analyze their passions and identify their goals, realize their strengths, better understand in which company they would like to work, create their motivation letters, Europass CV, Video CV, try different methods to apply for work, improve their self-esteem and skills communication.The most important impact has been on the 32 participants, who have significantly developed their skills, knowledge and attitudes to find a job according to their tastes, interests and personality.This group has become an example, role model for hundreds or thousands of young people who still do not know what they want to do in their professional lives, do not know how to present themselves to a selection process, how to prepare an interview, etc. Therefore, the level of unemployment among this group will begin to fall slightly. We have created a profile on Facebook, public, so that everyone who wants can see the activities that took place and learn from the development of this project. The dissemination activities will guarantee the impact at European / international level, therefore, the awareness of the job search process, the challenges and the solutions developed by our participants, will reach a greater number of young people and help them in the process of finding a job. They will be more motivated to take action and more open to self-education, therefore, the level of education among young people will increase and new graduates will be ready to get the job they like.This project has also served to raise awareness about young people's difficulties in finding employment at the end of their training, we have promoted the Erasmus + program and volunteering as a way to acquire useful skills in the transition to a paid career, and we have taken a step to bring new policies and reforms at European level."

"""Young Wine Players"" was a new innovative youth exchange program for KA1 Erasmus + for 26 participants. The program brought together 26 participants from 4 different countries to worktogether on the core themes of the program: Learning traditional wine production methods and about local products combined with the use of non-formal learning methods and the unemployment problem. At the same time, emphasis took placed on tradition through myths and fairy tales, combined with theatre and carnival activities. The title of this youth exchange was totally related to the subject of change, the journey they were going through and the transformation that was being achieved in its duration. The idea of the exchange came from the fact that young people with fewer opportunities often lack the skills, skills and experience to enter or stay on the labour market and we wouldlike to give them an opportunity to develop skills and competencies in a primary field of work .At the same time, the non-formal learning process taking place in the context of the youth programs (under the Erasmus + program) provided valuable experiences for young people (eg communication and the ability to work in groups , developing the habit of remaining engaged in an activity on a regular basis or at least for some time, taking responsibility, etc.)The participants were youngsters who are interested in wine, tradition,mythology and theatre and they wanted very much to get involved in the project.Activities:Day 1 :1.Getting to know each other / Ice-breaking Activities 2.Fears/Expectations/Contributions: 3.Rules 4.Introduction to the Project: Επεξήγηση timetable και δραστηριοτήτων. 5.Learning about Erasmus+: team work 6.Presentation of YouthPass:7.NGOFair 8.Reflection Meeting:9.YouthLeadersMeeting: Day 2:1.Mythology&Wine 2.Let’sgetArtsy 3.ReflectionMeeting 4.1st Intercultural Night 4.YouthLeadersMeetingDay 3: 1.Visiting Meteora 2.Gettingtoknowthecity 3.ReflectionMeeting 4.YouthLeadersMeeting. 5.2nd Intercultural NightDay 4 .1.Visiting vineyards α .Vintage 2.Meeting in the vilage and traditional pressing grassing grapes 3.TraditionalBakingWorkshop4.MidtermEvaluation: Day 5 1.Visiting distillery: 2.FreeTime: Cycling 3.Reflection Meeting και YouthLeadersMeeting:. Ημέρα 6η .1.Visiting the mayor-Open discussion about tratitional ways of production 2.PreparationTime for discussion about experiences..Erasmus+: What is it? Why we want to participate? ReflectionMeeting and YouthLeadersMeetingΗμέρα 7η .1.3, 2, 1, ACTION: Presentation and video recording of theatrical events 2.YouthPassCertificates 3.FinalEvaluationResults:1.Youth mobility through Erasmus+2. Learning traditional ways of producing wine and tsipouro3. Developing competences and skills for the preparation of traditional foods and sweets4. Knowledge of mythology and cultural tradition of every participating country5. Contact with theatrical techniques6. Developing skills such as teamwork, interaction, empathy and leadership7. Collaborate with the local community and develop the capacity of the active European citizen8. Use of new technologies to create materialImpact:To participants: Knowledge of traditional ways of production wine and tsipouro , myths and theater and non-formal learning methods as a tool for acquiring skills and competences for the labor marketTo partner organizations: Share their participants' experiences with their other volunteers and share the the results of project with local communities as good practiceIn the local community: The project had a major impact on the municipality of Trikala, as the mayor said, because it highlighted the city as a part of implementing good practices in traditional products. It gave to the clubs and producers the opportunity to present their work. All of them along with the volunteers who helped us a lot, learned about the opportunities of the Erasmus + program and its benefits for the young people involved in these activitiesLong-term benefits: Cooperation between private and public sector bodies"

"Our youth exchange ""Youth in the face of radicalization"" is inspired by a common problem of youth radicalization in the EU and neighboring countries. The Euro Barometer of the European Commission, published on August 2, 2017, shows that terrorism is now at the top of the list of issues that European citizens have identified as one of the challenges currently facing the EU. We believe that the prevention of radicalization should not be just a policy conceived and operated by the state. In fact, it must be an association between the state, local authorities and civil society. Its success is based on the mobilization of everyone. We are convinced that the radicalization of young people is a serious problem that must not only be expressed in terms of security, but we must also think about solutions that are above all economic, social and cultural. As a cultural solution we discovered that the use of European tools dedicated to young people, such as our youth exchange project within the framework of the Erasmus + program, will allow us to use artistic education and non-education as a tool to prevent radicalization. Use new innovative methods and provide young people with information about European values ​​and fundamental rights. In this context, with our partners we decided to establish a youth exchange ""Youth versus radicalization"" that will bring together 42 young people from 07 different countries (Spain, Italy, Greece, Poland, Tunisia and Jordan) to be held in Benicàssim (Castellón) and who will address the issue of radicalization through artistic supports such as theater, film, painting, music, etc. Our youth exchange aims to: - Sensitize radicalization and create a learning space through non-formal education, a space for open exchange, mixed cultures and different environments for young people through innovative and creative tools. - The use of artistic education and non-formal education and the exchange of good practices as a tool to prevent radicalization. - Create an international platform for organizations to share their experiences and the use of art as a tool to fight and prevent radicalization. - To better understand the opportunities of the Erasmus + program and non-formal education to promote European values ​​of tolerance, understanding and respect for human rights. This youth exchange is designed and dedicated to young people interested in the prevention of radicalization, in an artistic approach, offering them the opportunity to exchange ideas and points of view, work together and express themselves through art. During 7 working days, participants will face different challenges, meet new people with different backgrounds, sharing and developing new skills. The participants will do many activities such as games, role plays, simulation, visits, debates, workshops on artistic creativity, excursions, evaluation and self-evaluation. They will experiment in non-formal education methods and discuss with the facilitator the improvement of their knowledge and skills0"

"<< Objectives >>Youth exchange ""Make the change 2.0"" is a result of cooperation between youngsters from seven European countries and at the same time continuation of “Make the change” project that was organized in June 2022. During the evaluation of the first edition of the project the participants agreed that it was a success and they learnt how to implement youth initiatives but what was definitely missing is the experience on how to implement virtual youth initiatives and virtual projects. After Covid-19 pandemic our reality changed a lot. According to the survey made during “Make the change” 90% of the participants agreed that they spent more time online and they would more likely join a digital event rather than in person event with big number of people (most common reasons: “you can connect from everywhere”, “precautions related to pandemic”, “saving time on reaching the place”). Implementing a project to be organized in a virtual reality is very much different than a usual one. Therefore, the participants decided to create an opportunity to learn about it together. “Make the change 2.0” will be innovative as the focus will be on the virtual reality/digital world. The aim of youth exchange is to encourage young people to take action, providethem with opportunities to acquire new skills and knowledge, and strengthen their ability to create and implement projects aimed at raising and solving problems of the local community. Practical experience in the subject of change leadership will be possible through a balanced combination of theory, practice, individual reflection and dialogue. The project will meet the objectives of the Erasmus + program for the promotion of active civic attitude among young people.Project goals:- providing participants with knowledge and skills for implementing digital/ virtual youth initiatives / projects that will allow participants to act as disseminators of active citizenship ideas and face problems of their local societies, - providing participants with tools to develop leadership skills in order to motivate them to become active citizens (developing specific skills such as decision making, team building, communication, public speaking, etc.);- intercultural education of participants,- supporting young people with fewer opportunities, struggling with geographic and economic problems;- extending the partnership network and exchanging good practices to involve young people,especially those with fewer opportunities in youth initiatives supported by youth programs or other assistance programs;- promotion of the most important European values and the Erasmus + program.<< Implementation >>Project participants are mostly people with fewer opportunities between the ages of 18 and 23. 49 participants from Italy, Spain, Greece, the Netherlands, Romania, Bulgaria and Hungary will participate in the youth exchange. What the participants have in common is a small access to non-formal education, participate in international mobility, to engage in many aspects of social life, and in particular lack of empowerment to take a leadership role.Two main mobilities will take place during the whole project – preparatory visit and youth exchange. The youth exchange will be attended by 7 participants from each country. Activities included in the youth exchange program are based on work in national and international groups, debates, open discussions, role playing, brainstorming, information sessions, study visits, direct contact with the local community, exchange of experiences, negotiations, intercultural evening, energizers, teamwork, presentations, simulations, various evaluation methods (weather map, etc.), time dedicated to individual and group reflection, outdoor activities, learning by doing. One of the most important points is learning with project method.<< Results >>The project will stimulate young people's activity in solving local community problems in a digital way, increase their skills and self-confidence in playing the role of local leaders, and strengthen the potential of international organizations (project partners) at both local and international level. The experience gained as part of the workshop will increase the participants' confidence level and knowledge about using the project method. What is more, their awareness of the occurrence of similar social problems in other countries will increase, which will affect reaching for solutions used in partner countries. We plan to create a strong network of international cooperation for the future between organizations that operate in the same field and use the same methods and tools, combining knowledge and experience acquired empirically. The multiplier effect will be ensured by sharing project experiences in partner countries, firstly because experience will be passed on by participants to colleagues who in turn have the opportunity to adapt the results obtained during the project to local reality."