Participating Countries 🌍

Czech Republic 🇨🇿, Ukraine 🇺🇦, Italy 🇮🇹, Spain 🇪🇸, Georgia 🇬🇪, Poland 🇵🇱, Latvia 🇱🇻

Key Details 📅

• Dates: 20th – 29th March 2025
• Location: Ekocentrum Trkmanka, Velké Pavlovice, Czech Republic
• Who Can Apply: Youth workers, NGO staff, and formal education representatives (age 22+) with at least 2 years of experience from the participating countries.
• Costs Covered: Accommodation, food, materials, and program costs are fully funded by Erasmus+. Travel costs are reimbursed up to a set maximum amount.
• Participation Fee: 60€ (to be paid upon arrival; financial hardship exceptions available)

What You’ll Learn & Gain 🎯

• Insights into sustainable lifestyles and environmental stewardship.
• Innovative methods for integrating sustainability into youth programs.
• Skills to implement sustainable actions within your organization.
• Understanding of the interconnection between environmental issues and social challenges like mental health.
• Impact of nature-based practices on emotional well-being and mental health.
• Strategies for creating safe, green spaces that promote healing and creativity among youth.
• Networking with like-minded professionals across Europe.
• Practical experience in designing and leading a one-day interactive program for local high school students.

Accommodation & Meals 🛌🍽️

Participants will be accommodated at the Ekocentrum Trkmanka, located in the beautiful vineyards area of Velké Pavlovice. The eco-center provides comfortable shared-room lodging with shared showers and toilets. The accommodation emphasizes ecological mindfulness, requiring participants to be conscious of their energy use. Wireless WiFi is available. Vegetarian meals will be provided three times daily, with coffee breaks available throughout the program.

What to Bring 🎒

Specific packing recommendations are not provided in the infopack. It is generally advised to bring comfortable clothing for outdoor activities, a reusable water bottle, personal toiletries, a notebook, and any necessary travel documents.

Additional Activities 🚶‍♂️🌳

• Visit to the Narana eco-centre.
• Hands-on practical workshops on zero-waste and eco-somatic practices.
• Forest Mind sessions for mental health.
• Outdoor and nature connection practices.
• Mindfulness and authentic sharing circles.
• Designing and leading a learning activity for local youth.

How to Apply 📝

Applications are submitted via an online form. The deadline for applications is 15th February 2025.

• Application Form: Click here to apply
• Infopack: View the detailed infopack

For country-specific inquiries, you can contact the respective partner organization:

• Czech Republic – Narana z.s. – wavesofwonderstc@gmail.com
• Ukraine – On the Wings of Art – onthewingsofart@gmail.com
• Italy – Estacion Esperanza – altradimora.projects@gmail.com
• Spain – Asoc. Dinámica – dinamica.asociacion@gmail.com
• Poland – Lemon Juice – agata.russjan@gmail.com
• Georgia – Non-formal Educational House – lelagharishvili@yahoo.com
• Latvia – Zaptes Ruki – zaptesruki@gmail.com

Why You Should Join 🤝

This Erasmus+ training course offers a unique opportunity to enhance your professional skills in sustainability and youth work while connecting deeply with nature and a international community. It is more than just a training; it is a chance to be part of a movement that recognizes the critical importance of integrating environmental care with mental well-being to create a resilient future. You will leave equipped with practical tools, renewed inspiration, and a strong network of European peers committed to making a positive impact.