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 both personal experiences related to these topics and general knowledge shared by other participants. I also learned various informal teaching methods, including a wide range of energizers such as Dragon and Shield, Princess, Dragon, and Knight, Evolution, and Zombie. These exercises were fun, interactive, and helped us engage with each other while warming up for the sessions.

The participants came from five different countries, which allowed for rich discussions on many interesting topics. At the end of the training, we worked in groups to create short films. Each film was well-made, thought-provoking, and meaningful. Watching films and discussing the topics with others was both inspiring and educational.

It is worth noting that the organizers were running an Erasmus+ program for the first time. They managed the content very well, providing valuable learning experiences, although I noticed some room for improvement in terms of organization and time management.

I would definitely recommend such programs to other teachers and youth workers. Erasmus+ programs are valuable because they provide international networking opportunities, allow participants to exchange best practices, introduce innovative teaching methods, and inspire creativity and teamwork in a multicultural environment.

Overall, this training gave me practical ideas and new approaches that I can use in my work. It was a valuable experience, not only for learning about discrimination, stereotypes, and prejudice but also for improving my teamwork and creative skills in an international setting.