The 2023 International Labour Organization (ILO) youth survey revealed that in Tunisia and Egypt, 80% of youth aged 15-29 worked informally while youth inactivity reaches 17% in Spain and 25% in Türkiye (Education at a Glance 2023 report). The same report claims that for multiple reasons young Mediterranean women are much more vulnerable and affected by dropping out of school and precarious employment. International reports indicate that inadequate learning and skills are key factors contributing to high NEET (youth Not in Employment, Education or Training) rates. Most education systems in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region do not focus on developing critical thinking and other skills necessary for the labour market and active civic life.
Mediterranean Youth Club
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- To co-design and develop a transnational training program for Mediterranean youth CSOs, blending digital and face-to- face methods, focusing on engagement as a key skill for employment and addressing regional challenges through social and artistic innovation.
- To support and engage young Mediterranean people to advocate for positive changes in Mediterranean societies through the implementation of concrete local and transnational creative actions and promoting original projects.
- Trained 200 young people from Türkiye, France, Spain, Tunisia and Egypt, co-developing and applying innovative learning methods that fostered engagement and enhanced employment skills – digital, creative, and analytical – while addressing Mediterranean challenges.
- Strengthened young people’s civic actions.
- Fostered a transnational participatory dynamic.
- Co-design of a pedagogical framework for the MedYCI training program developed by young Mediterranean participants and experts across five regions.
- Creation of a multidisciplinary team of 30 trainers.
- 5 MedYCI training sessions implemented across 5 countries, directly engaging over 200 youngsters.
- Establishment of five MedYCI studios which will be fully operational to enhance creative young participants skills in each region.
- Strategic recommendations for the Mediterranean Youth Council ensuring they are informed by diverse youth perspectives across the Mediterranean.
- 5 showcases of 50 innovative ideas for a better future of the Mediterranean.
- 25 simultaneous local creative engaged actions executed by youth, across the Mediterranean.
- •10 transnational webtv show (Medtalk) created by MedYCI trained Mediterranean youth.
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Mediterranean Youth Club Objectives:
- To enhance the English language proficiency of young people through structured learning and continuous follow-up.
- To provide access to high-quality educational materials and interactive learning tools that support effective language acquisition.
- To improve participants’ communication skills by facilitating regular conversation sessions with native and fluent English speakers.
- To increase young people’s confidence in using English in academic, professional, and social contexts.
- To promote intercultural dialogue and global awareness through language learning and cross-cultural interaction.
- To support youth employability and international mobility by strengthening essential language skills.
Mediterranean Youth Club Results:
- Measurable improvement in participants’ English language skills across speaking, listening, reading, and writing competencies.
- Increased confidence and fluency in oral communication among participating youth.
- Enhanced readiness of participants to engage in international education, volunteering, and employment opportunities.
- Greater motivation for lifelong learning and continued language development among youth.
- Strengthen intercultural understanding and openness through interaction with native and international speakers.
- Positive educational and professional outcomes for participants, contributing to their personal growth and employability.
Objectives
The Mediterranean Youth Foundation established the Mediterranean Youth Club for English Language as a flagship educational initiative aimed at strengthening the English language competencies of young people. The club is designed to support youth in improving their language skills through a structured and supportive learning environment that combines continuous follow-up, high-quality educational resources, and practical language application.
The program provides participants with tailored learning pathways based on their individual language levels and learning needs. It offers access to carefully developed educational materials, interactive workshops, and guided learning sessions that focus on improving speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. A key component of the club is the facilitation of regular conversation sessions with native and fluent English speakers, enabling participants to practice real-life communication, build confidence, and improve pronunciation and fluency.
In addition to language acquisition, the Mediterranean Youth Club promotes intercultural exchange and global awareness by creating opportunities for young people to interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. The club emphasizes continuous assessment and personalized feedback, ensuring measurable progress in participants’ language development while fostering motivation, self-confidence, and long-term engagement in learning.
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project includes:
Project Status
Ongoing
Countries covered
5
Start date
01-01-2025
End date
31-01-2026
Programme
Erasmus+
Key Action
Learning Mobility of Individuals
Action Type
Mobility of youth workers