Beyond Words: genesis – International Training Course on Communication Skills
🌟 Discover how to transform your inner dialogue and unlock authentic connections! Beyond Words is an immersive Erasmus+ training course that begins with the most important conversation you’ll ever have – the one with yourself. Develop self-awareness, enhance communication techniques, and build resilience in a supportive international environment. Join us in February 2026 for this life-changing journey of personal growth and professional development.
Participating Countries
🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇦🇱 Albania, 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, 🇲🇪 Montenegro, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇹🇷 Türkiye, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein, 🇳🇴 Norway
Key Details
- 📅 Dates: February 23 – March 2, 2026
- 📍 Location: Kubasova Chalupa, Sudislav nad Orlicí, Czech Republic
- 👥 Who can apply:
- Youth workers (18+ years)
- Teachers, educators, trainers, counselors, social workers
- Individuals interested in communication & self-development
- English speakers ready for self-reflection
- 💸 Costs Covered:
- ✅ Travel reimbursement (up to €1705 based on distance)
- ✅ Accommodation (shared rooms, 3-7 people)
- ✅ Meals (primarily vegetarian with 2 meat options)
- ✅ Program activities and training
- ❗ Participation fee: 50 EUR/1200 CZK (paid on-site)
What You’ll Learn & Gain
- 🌱 Self-awareness techniques through internal dialogue exploration
- 🤝 Active listening skills for empathetic communication
- 💬 Assertive expression of thoughts and feelings
- 🔄 Constructive feedback methods for mutual growth
- 🛡️ Emotional resilience through self-compassion practices
- 🌍 Cross-cultural communication competencies
Accommodation & Meals
🏡 Stay at the beautiful Kubasova Chalupa venue in Sudislav nad Orlicí. You’ll share rooms with 3-7 participants in a cozy, nature-surrounded environment. All accommodation during project dates is included.
🍽️ Enjoy balanced, primarily vegetarian meals with 2 meat options included. Bring traditional food/drinks from your country to share for cultural exchange!
What to Bring
- 🛂 Passport/ID and travel documents
- 🩺 Travel health insurance (mandatory)
- 🧥 Warm winter clothing (expect -10°C to 10°C)
- 👠 Indoor slippers
- 🧴 Towel and personal toiletries
- 💊 Any required medications
- 💧 Reusable water bottle
Additional Activities
- 🎪 Cultural nights with food sharing from participant countries
- 🚶 Nature walks in Czech hills
- 🎨 Communication skill-building workshops
- 🎤 Video creation for self-reflection practice
How to Apply
Submit a 2-minute video answering: “How do I see the connection between self-care and communication?” and complete the online form.
- Application Form: Apply Here
- Infopack: Download Project Info
📍 Meeting point: Ústí nad Orlicí main train station entrance (February 23, 4-6 PM)
Why You Should Join
- 🌟 Transform how you communicate with yourself and others
- 🌍 Build international networks with professionals across Europe
- 💡 Develop transferable skills for education and youth work
- 🏔️ Experience Czech winter landscapes in a supportive community
- 🎯 Receive Erasmus+ certification recognized across EU
- 🚀 Launch your leadership journey through self-discovery