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🎨 Intercultural Emotions: Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Italy

Join this transformative Erasmus+ youth exchange bringing together 36 young people from across Europe to explore art as a universal language for emotional expression and intercultural dialogue. Through creative workshops, street art, and collective installations, participants will develop emotional intelligence while strengthening European solidarity and mental wellbeing awareness.

🌍 Participating Countries

This project unites young people from 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇩🇪 Germany, and 🇷🇴 Romania to foster cross-cultural understanding through artistic expression.

📋 Key Details

  • 📅 Dates: 6-16 February 2026 (travel days included)
  • 📍 Location: Alezio, Lecce, Italy (with excursions to Gallipoli and Lecce)
  • 👥 Who can apply: Young people aged 16-30 with artistic interests or curiosity about creativity. Special consideration for participants from disadvantaged backgrounds (3 reserved positions)
  • 💸 Costs Covered: Accommodation, meals, activities, and travel reimbursement (up to €289, with €20 deducted for Lecce-Alezio transfer)
  • 👩🏻👩🏼‍🦱👨🏽‍🦰 Participants: 30 participants (5 per country) + 6 group leaders

🌍 Participating Countries

  • 🇮🇹 Italy
  • 🇵🇱 Poland
  • 🇪🇸 Spain
  • 🇬🇷 Greece
  • 🇩🇪 Germany
  • 🇷🇴 Romania

🎯 What You’ll Learn & Gain

  • Artistic expression techniques for emotional communication
  • Intercultural dialogue and European citizenship skills
  • Creative problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
  • Teamwork through collective art creation
  • Knowledge of European Youth Strategy objectives
  • Personal growth through non-formal education

🏠 Accommodation & Meals

  • 🏘️ Accommodation: “Casa Vacanza LA LIZZA” in Alezio – historic property with shared rooms (3 people), kitchen, dining area, garden, and washing facilities
  • 🍽️ Meals: Self-managed kitchen teams; all ingredients provided. Special dietary requirements must be communicated in advance
  • 🧴 Amenities: Bed linen and towels provided (bring extras if needed)

🎒 What to Bring

  • Materials for intercultural evenings (USB with photos, videos, music)
  • Art supplies for workshops (paints, brushes, etc.)
  • Comfortable clothing for creative activities
  • Personal toiletries and medications
  • Swimwear for beach visits

🎪 Additional Activities

  • Guided tour of Gallipoli’s historic center
  • Visit to Lecce’s Baroque architecture
  • Santa Maria della Lizza Sanctuary exploration
  • Local cultural immersion experiences
  • Final presentation showcasing project outcomes

✅ How to Apply

Secure your spot in this life-changing experience by completing the application form:

🌟 Why You Should Join

  • Develop emotional intelligence through artistic expression
  • Build meaningful connections across European cultures
  • Enhance your CV with recognized YouthPass certification
  • Contribute to mental health awareness initiatives
  • Experience Italy’s stunning Salento region
  • Gain unique skills for future career opportunities
  • Become an active European citizen