ERASMUS+ KA153_2024 youth workers' and educators training course “Europe’s Lens” takes place from August 18th to August 25th, 2025, in Pińczów, Poland

This initiative aims to empower youth workers across Europe to tackle discrimination and social inequality through the medium of film and storytelling.

Project is designed for youth workers, educators, and individuals passionate about using film as a tool to raise awareness about discrimination, stereotypes, and social inclusion.

Project Overview:

The Europe’s Lens project brings together 25 youth workers + 3 trainers from five countries: Poland, Italy, Estonia, Portugal, and Cyprus.

Our main objectives are:

• Deepening understanding of discrimination and social inequality.

• Equipping participants with practical filmmaking and storytelling skills to raise awareness.

• Promoting cross-cultural exchange and collaboration to inspire creative solutions.

• Encouraging the use of non-formal education methods to engage young people in addressing social issues.

The mobility activity, including a 7-day training course (8 days with travel), will provide participants with hands-on experience in creating short films that highlight discrimination and promote inclusion.

Selection Process:

The selection will take place in two steps:

• Application Form – Interested participants must fill out the form linked HERE.

• Interviews – Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to assess their motivation and suitability.

Important Deadlines:

Application deadline: May 10th, 2025

Interviews conducted by: till June 10th, 2025

Final selection announcement: June 15th, 2025

Ticket purchase deadline: After final selection, participants must consult travel plans with coordinator before purchasing tickets. (till 30th June, 2025)

Our partner organisations are:

CreActive (Poland, coordinator)

CET Platform Italy (Italy)

CXJV Conexão Jovem Associação (Portugal)

Filodasikos Syndesmos Agrou (Cyprus)

Participants:

Age: 18+

The project will involve 25 youth workers + 3 trainers, distributed as follows:

Poland: 5 participants + 2 trainers

Portugal: 5 participants + 1 trainer

Italy, Estonia, Cyprus: 5 participants each

Please read infopack HERE

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Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and educators "Europe's Lens" in Poland, blog by Maria pilt
Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and educators "Europe's Lens" in Poland, blog by Maria

My motivation to take part in this training course was closely connected with my best friend and colleague, Cristina (from another school, but in my opinion all teachers are colleagues). The key word for me was film. As a former IT teacher, I was very interested in the topic, because you never know...

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Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and educators "Europe's Lens" in Poland, blog by Liis pilt
Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and educators "Europe's Lens" in Poland, blog by Liis

I was invited to participate in this training by a colleague, and the topic immediately caught my attention, so I decided to join. The training focused on discrimination, stereotypes, and prejudice, which are subjects I wanted to learn more about. During the training, I had the opportunity to hear...

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Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and educators "Europe's Lens" in Poland, blog by Cristina pilt
Erasmus+ training course for youth workers and educators "Europe's Lens" in Poland, blog by Cristina

The topic of the training course really spoke to me. I wanted to gain more practical skills in using film as a non-formal learning tool in educational activities. I have participated in several Erasmus+ projects before, so this time I did not have any particular expectations or surprises. Before a...

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