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.
Youth Leaders for Cultural Inclusion
Project Budget
EU Contribution
Countries
Partners
- 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.
EVENTS
EVENTS
MEDIA
Topics
Objectives
The main goal of the TC “Youth Leaders for Cultural Inclusion” is to enhance and nurture
inclusivity among youth communities across partner countries. Essentially, the project strives
to cultivate a more welcoming and engaging atmosphere for young people within local
settings. This entails dismantling barriers and ensuring representation from diverse
backgrounds.
From the perspective of youth work practice, the project aims to equip Youth Workers with
tools for intercultural learning: We aim to empower Youth Workers with the necessary skills,
ideas, and methodologies to effectively promote inclusivity within their communities and
organizations. By providing them with the tools to implement new actions for intercultural
cooperation, we aim to catalyze positive change and create more inclusive spaces for youth
participation.
Activities
The activities of the project include: energizers and name games, word cafè sessions, cross
cultural interviews, working in groups and data collections, virtual reality sessions, role play
games and round tables.
This project participants are 30 dedicated Youth Workers from partner organizations. They
share a commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and inclusive environments,
aiming to amplify their impact on young people. With diverse backgrounds and expertise,
they form a dynamic team eager to drive positive change in their communities. Their passion
lies in initiating activities promoting inclusion, tolerance, and diversity, reflecting a shared
dedication to address societal challenges. Through participation, they seek practical tools to
lead impactful initiatives locally.
Impact
The project Youth Leaders for Cultural Inclusion envisions a transformative impact on
various levels. Firstly, by engaging Youth Workers in a dynamic learning environment, the
project anticipates an increase in their cultural competencies. This involves not only
recognizing cultural diversity but also understanding different communication styles,
contributing to the creation of a more inclusive atmosphere.
Moreover, the Youth Leaders for Cultural Inclusion training course aims to equip Youth
Workers with tangible skills to actively promote tolerance. Through the sharing of tools,
ideas, and methodologies, participants are expected to develop the capacity to implement
impactful actions for intercultural learning and cooperation within their local communities.
At its core, the project aspires to foster the development of inclusive youth communities. By
inspiring Youth Workers to initiate activities that champion tolerance, equity, and solidarity
among diverse cultures, the project strives to plant seeds of positive change at the
grassroots level.
In essence, these anticipated outcomes align seamlessly with the overarching
Partners
"ITLEGACY" Information Technologies Development NGO 🇦🇲 Armenia
Yervand Kochar str 23, fl 64
0002 Yerevan
Armenia
🇦🇲 Armenia
Partner Type: Non-governmental organisation/association/social enterprise
Phone: +37491883366
Colony of Creators 🇵🇹 Portugal
Azinhaga da Torre, 6
9200-129 Machico, Madeira
Região Autónoma da Madeira
🇵🇹 Portugal
Partner Type: Non-governmental organisation/association/social enterprise
Website: https://colonyofcreators.com
Phone: +351964710045
Justiniana Prima Association 🇷🇸 Serbia
Bore Piksle 46
16000 Leskovac
Serbia
🇷🇸 Serbia
Partner Type: Non-governmental organisation/association/social enterprise
Phone: +381659066406
Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development 🇪🇬 Egypt
13 Sphinx Square, the #9 floor, above the Egyptian National Bank
12655 Giza
Egypt
🇪🇬 Egypt
Partner Type: Non-governmental organisation/association/social enterprise
Website: https://www.facebook.com/myfmed/
Phone: +201111661304
ProActiv pentru Comunitate 🇷🇴 Romania
Strada 9 Mai 15B
905500 Mangalia
Sud-Est
🇷🇴 Romania
Partner Type: Non-governmental organisation/association/social enterprise
Website: https://www.procomunitate.ro
Phone: +40747338858
Project card
English (PDF)
project includes:
Project Status
Completed
Countries covered
6
Start date
01-09-2024
End date
31-12-2025
Programme
Erasmus+
Key Action
Learning Mobility of Individuals
Action Type
Mobility of youth workers