PROJECTS
Training Course-"Clothes make the man? Reverse the stereotypes and fight against discrimination with theatre costume design techniques as a tool for the youth work"
Potsdam, Germany 27/03/2015-05/04/2015
Training Course-"Active Europeans", 1-8 October, Tbilisi, Georgia
Society Bridge to the Future organised a training course- "Active Europeans", 1-8 October, within the framework of Erasmus+ (European Commission).Our organisation hosted 28 youth workers from nine different organisations from: Georgia, Germany, Turkey, Armenia, Romania, Croatia,Italy and Poland.
The training course- "Active Europeans” implied to explore what it means to be a "European Citizen" and the advantages of "Youth Mobility" and Active Youth Participation. Within the project the space for intercultural dialogue was created, which was an opportunity to exchange and experience different concepts and obstacles of the above-mentioned topics and how young people can overcome them.
Therefore the aim of the training was to raise a level of participation of young people, learn from each other and exchange best practice examples. The participants were coming from different cultural and political backgrounds which made the exchange of ideas extremely interesting.
The activities implied within the training supported the participants to get new essential skills for breaking the stereotypes about other cultures and create a positive atmosphere of common understanding, tolerance, diversity, united Europe; additionally , to raise sense of confidence and become active citizens in order to take an important role for positive changes in their communities.
On behalf of Society Bridge to the Future, we would like to thank our partners for their contribution and willingness to make the training course more interesting.
The training course- "Active Europeans” implied to explore what it means to be a "European Citizen" and the advantages of "Youth Mobility" and Active Youth Participation. Within the project the space for intercultural dialogue was created, which was an opportunity to exchange and experience different concepts and obstacles of the above-mentioned topics and how young people can overcome them.
Therefore the aim of the training was to raise a level of participation of young people, learn from each other and exchange best practice examples. The participants were coming from different cultural and political backgrounds which made the exchange of ideas extremely interesting.
The activities implied within the training supported the participants to get new essential skills for breaking the stereotypes about other cultures and create a positive atmosphere of common understanding, tolerance, diversity, united Europe; additionally , to raise sense of confidence and become active citizens in order to take an important role for positive changes in their communities.
On behalf of Society Bridge to the Future, we would like to thank our partners for their contribution and willingness to make the training course more interesting.
Youth Exchange-"Youth Together for a Better Life",6-13 October,Terceira,the Azori Islands,Portugal
The youth exchange-"Youth Together for a Better Life" within the framework of Youth in Action Programme (European Commission) took place on the Azori islands,Terceira,Portugal, 6-13 October, 2014.Society Bridge to the Future,as a partner with the host organisation-AJITER (Portugal), have opportunity to 5 young people to participate in the project (4+1 group leader).
"Youth Together for a Better Life" -intended to stimulate discussion on the impact and potential of cohesion and mutual understanding about healthy lifestyle in young people. Through the promotion of the youth exchange, it was possible to offer space and suitable conditions for an active and enriching intercultural dialogue, the primary objective is to compare and discuss public policies, stereotypes, prejudices, projects, programmes and campaigns related to consumption of illicit substances in the countries involved in this project and to empower participants to an active role in their communities and among their peer groups (multiplier effect). 35 young participants from 7 countries: Georgia, Serbia, Lithuania, Italy, Armenia, Spain and Portugal participated in the youth exchange.The project was based on non-formal and informal learning methods, such as: group dynamics, debates, conferences, workshops, outdoor activities, and visits to specific entities. |
APV- Youth Exchange-"Youth Together for a Better Life",11-13 August,Terceira,
The Azori Islands, Portugal
The advanced planniing Visit for the upcoming youth exchange programme" Youth Together for a Better Life" took place on the Azori Islands,Terceira,Portugal within the framework of Youth in Action Programme(European Commission). Main organiser of the youth exchange is AJITER (Portugal) and in cooperation with Society Bridge to the Future, the upcoming youth exchange related to healthy lifestyle is going to take place in October,2014, where 35 young people and youth workers from seven countries will participate.The representative of Society Bridge to the Future,together with the other foreigner partners discussed necesaary details about the upcoming project.
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Training Course- "Youth in Life Development"- 15-25 July,2014, Yerevan,Armenia
The training course "Youth in life development" was organized by the Youth department of the "New Generation" Humanitarian NGO, funded by European Commission within the frames of Youth in Action Programme, which took place on 15-25 July 2014 in Yerevan,Armenia. The main theme of the project
was the activation of rural youth in cooperation with its International Partners. The training course,based on non-formal education, was designed for youth workers, leaders involved in youth work, representatives of civil society and the other interested groups of people.Young people from 18 to 35 participated in the project from the following countries: Armenia, Georgia, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Ukraine.
There were three participants from each country,including: Society Bridge to the Future. Hereby we would like to thank and congratulate the organizers and all of our partners on the interesting and useful project.
was the activation of rural youth in cooperation with its International Partners. The training course,based on non-formal education, was designed for youth workers, leaders involved in youth work, representatives of civil society and the other interested groups of people.Young people from 18 to 35 participated in the project from the following countries: Armenia, Georgia, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Ukraine.
There were three participants from each country,including: Society Bridge to the Future. Hereby we would like to thank and congratulate the organizers and all of our partners on the interesting and useful project.
Training Course-"Spring of Democracy - Tools for Active Youth
Participation",7-14 June,2014, Frankfurt Oder, Germany
The Training Course-"Spring of Democracy- Tools for Active Youth Participation" was held form 6-14 June,2014, in Frankfurt Oder,Germany within the framework of Youth in Action Programme,funded by European Commission.The training course provided the participants new ways of organizing and planning their own work in the organisation. Following the Seminar in 2013, where the participants discussed about different concepts of democracy and reflected about obstacles in decision-making processes and how young people can overcome them, this training course ensured the participants with tools and knowledge to better tackle these issues and to make the effect of the work with young people more sustainable.
The Training Course-"Spring of Democracy- Tools for Active Youth Participation" learned us the OUR School Method which helps achieve sustainable lasting change in perception, conceptualization and action, by provoking people’s thoughts and emotions. We learned how to use OUR School’s multi-layered, indirect communications model to make our message easier for people to understand, absorb and implement, while maintaining its complexity – allowing us to address our full range of values and our mission as a whole, in a manner which respects the nuances inherent in each element of it. By doing this, we will have our projects and activities reflect fully our ideological identity – giving us the added value of making them uniquely our own.
25 persons from 14 different countries (Programme Countries, EuroMed Countries, SEE Countries and EECA Countries) participated in the training course.
The Training Course-"Spring of Democracy- Tools for Active Youth Participation" learned us the OUR School Method which helps achieve sustainable lasting change in perception, conceptualization and action, by provoking people’s thoughts and emotions. We learned how to use OUR School’s multi-layered, indirect communications model to make our message easier for people to understand, absorb and implement, while maintaining its complexity – allowing us to address our full range of values and our mission as a whole, in a manner which respects the nuances inherent in each element of it. By doing this, we will have our projects and activities reflect fully our ideological identity – giving us the added value of making them uniquely our own.
25 persons from 14 different countries (Programme Countries, EuroMed Countries, SEE Countries and EECA Countries) participated in the training course.
Training Course-"Step Up for Inclusion", 14-21 January,2014,Vasto,Italy
Training Course- "Step up for inclusion” was an international project , action 3 Youth in the world, subaction 3.1.2 – Cooperation with the neighbouring countries of the European Union, hosted by the Italian NGO “Connect” from14-21January,2014 in Vasto,Italy.18 participants coming from 9 youth organizations from Italy, Georgia ,Croatia, Romania, Turkey, Spain, Moldova, Armenia and Ukraine with the support of two qualified trainers, worked together on the concept of social inclusion, focusing on the meaning of young people with fewer opportunities, exploring a set of activities and tools to fight discrimination and stereotypes.
Since European Union is constantly working on his enlargement, it’s very important to strength the cooperation with neighbor counties in different sectors, particularly in youth field. The training course was a perfect change for youth workers and youth leaders to gather and share their experiences and good practices in their local community;
The project’s methods were based on non-formal education, social media tools, creativity and intercultural interaction, to support participants in the learning process, in the beginning with information and online platform till the meeting days which included a wide range of activities, such as: group work, presentations, brainstorming, debates, workshops and personal assignments in order to provide space to share opinions, knowledge, tools and know-how, useful in youth work.
The participants had chance to share their experience, to debate and plan together, to discover the issues related to inclusion in their communities and possible strategies for a more inclusive growth; they were working on simulations, acting in the comfortable environment that facilitated their cross-cultural learning through creative thinking and non-formal methods which were implemented according to the needs of the participants and youth organizations involved.
There were two participants from each country,including: Society Bridge to the Future. Hereby we would like to thank and congratulate the organizers and all of our partners on the interesting and useful project.
Since European Union is constantly working on his enlargement, it’s very important to strength the cooperation with neighbor counties in different sectors, particularly in youth field. The training course was a perfect change for youth workers and youth leaders to gather and share their experiences and good practices in their local community;
The project’s methods were based on non-formal education, social media tools, creativity and intercultural interaction, to support participants in the learning process, in the beginning with information and online platform till the meeting days which included a wide range of activities, such as: group work, presentations, brainstorming, debates, workshops and personal assignments in order to provide space to share opinions, knowledge, tools and know-how, useful in youth work.
The participants had chance to share their experience, to debate and plan together, to discover the issues related to inclusion in their communities and possible strategies for a more inclusive growth; they were working on simulations, acting in the comfortable environment that facilitated their cross-cultural learning through creative thinking and non-formal methods which were implemented according to the needs of the participants and youth organizations involved.
There were two participants from each country,including: Society Bridge to the Future. Hereby we would like to thank and congratulate the organizers and all of our partners on the interesting and useful project.
The Third International Conference for Democracy,
14-15 November 2013,Leipzig,Germany
The Third International Conference for Democracy,held in Leipzig, Germany. 14-15 Movember 2013,was particularly directed towards young people from the region and also from all over Europe. The representative of Society "Bridge to the Future" was actively participating in the conferemce.Additionally,Political representatives and various project leaders as well as experts on the civil society were also invited.
On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Peaceful Revolution in 2009, the city of Leipzig arranged the first international democracy conference under the patronage of the President of the German Bundestag/President of the German Federal Parliament, Prof. Dr. Norbert Lammert. Two years later, the second international democracy conference was realised.
The main topics of the conference were oriented after the everyday experience of youth: equal chances and justice; cuiltural exchange, acceptance, tolerance and responsibility; the causes of extreme attitudes; democratization of formal education; coherence between personal action, ecological effects and ecological policy; effects of the EU crisis on democracy in Europe and the peaceful coexistence in Europe and possibilities for participation via internat and social networks.
14-15 November 2013,Leipzig,Germany
The Third International Conference for Democracy,held in Leipzig, Germany. 14-15 Movember 2013,was particularly directed towards young people from the region and also from all over Europe. The representative of Society "Bridge to the Future" was actively participating in the conferemce.Additionally,Political representatives and various project leaders as well as experts on the civil society were also invited.
On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Peaceful Revolution in 2009, the city of Leipzig arranged the first international democracy conference under the patronage of the President of the German Bundestag/President of the German Federal Parliament, Prof. Dr. Norbert Lammert. Two years later, the second international democracy conference was realised.
The main topics of the conference were oriented after the everyday experience of youth: equal chances and justice; cuiltural exchange, acceptance, tolerance and responsibility; the causes of extreme attitudes; democratization of formal education; coherence between personal action, ecological effects and ecological policy; effects of the EU crisis on democracy in Europe and the peaceful coexistence in Europe and possibilities for participation via internat and social networks.
- Europe: Borderless & democratic?
- Civil involvement in the public space
- Diversity around you: multicultural society
- Democracy: Guarantee for stability? Threats by extremists.
- The global village? Our environment and our energy
- Who educates? Education and empowermen?
- Democracy 2.0: Digital democracy and real participation
- The future of our history
Training Course-"Volunteers in Action"
The training course-"Volunteers in Action" was held in an amazing island-Hvar,Croatia,located in the Adriatic Sea,on 18 – 26 September, 2013.The project was organised by Youth Association "PHARINA" and funded by the "Youth in Action Programme".26 participants coming from: Georgia, Armenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Spain and Turkey had opportunities to deepen their knowledge on the subject of intercultural and non-formal learning, as well as receive some tools and resources to plan cross-border volunteering projects.Among the participants was a representative of the Society "Bridge to the Future",who had the opportunity to meet several organizations from different EU,Balkan and Caucasian countries that promote youth participation in the framework of European projects . Also,to find out more about advantages and importance of volunteering. There were a lot of discussions, games, simulations, group works and the International Evening where the participants were able to discover cultural differences.
Finally,the participants of the training course explored the impact of intercultural non- formal learning and volunteering and shared best practises of promoting and increasing visibility of the above-mentioned issues as well as developing of new skills and practice.
The training course-"Volunteers in Action" was held in an amazing island-Hvar,Croatia,located in the Adriatic Sea,on 18 – 26 September, 2013.The project was organised by Youth Association "PHARINA" and funded by the "Youth in Action Programme".26 participants coming from: Georgia, Armenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Spain and Turkey had opportunities to deepen their knowledge on the subject of intercultural and non-formal learning, as well as receive some tools and resources to plan cross-border volunteering projects.Among the participants was a representative of the Society "Bridge to the Future",who had the opportunity to meet several organizations from different EU,Balkan and Caucasian countries that promote youth participation in the framework of European projects . Also,to find out more about advantages and importance of volunteering. There were a lot of discussions, games, simulations, group works and the International Evening where the participants were able to discover cultural differences.
Finally,the participants of the training course explored the impact of intercultural non- formal learning and volunteering and shared best practises of promoting and increasing visibility of the above-mentioned issues as well as developing of new skills and practice.
Training Course-"Young European Leaders for Social Change"
The target group of the training course-"Young European Leaders for Social Change",within the framework of "Youth in Action Programme"held in Masalli,Azerbaijan,on 15-22 September,2013 were representatives of youth organizations (youth leaders, youth workers,trainers, multipliers) that focus on intercultural education through youth work.
The representatives of the Society "Bridge to the Future"took part in the training course. 24 participants coming from: Azerbaijan, Croatia, Georgia, Italy, Romania,Spain, Ukraine and Turkey participated in various training
sessions, intercultural evening and intercultural programs) that guided them through the process of getting specific competences.
All the above-mentioned enabled them to create not only their own self-development process, but also to support
other young people who face difficult economic and social exclusion situations to start a
self and social development process, in order to overcome them.
The activities were implemented with the support of non-formal education methods and tools (games and exercises, group presentations, workshops, debates, role plays, forum theatre, open space, open café, outdoor activities, team building).
The target group of the training course-"Young European Leaders for Social Change",within the framework of "Youth in Action Programme"held in Masalli,Azerbaijan,on 15-22 September,2013 were representatives of youth organizations (youth leaders, youth workers,trainers, multipliers) that focus on intercultural education through youth work.
The representatives of the Society "Bridge to the Future"took part in the training course. 24 participants coming from: Azerbaijan, Croatia, Georgia, Italy, Romania,Spain, Ukraine and Turkey participated in various training
sessions, intercultural evening and intercultural programs) that guided them through the process of getting specific competences.
All the above-mentioned enabled them to create not only their own self-development process, but also to support
other young people who face difficult economic and social exclusion situations to start a
self and social development process, in order to overcome them.
The activities were implemented with the support of non-formal education methods and tools (games and exercises, group presentations, workshops, debates, role plays, forum theatre, open space, open café, outdoor activities, team building).
Advanced Planning Visit (APV) - "Intercultural Bridges For United Europe"
APV "Intercultural Bridges For United Europe" , September 14-16,2013,Tsaghkadzor,Armenia.
6 group leaders from:Georgia, Armenia, Bulgaria, Poland, Croatia,Moldova got together to discuss and plan the activities of the youth exchange which will take place from 22-28 October,2013 in Tsaghkadzor,Armenia.
The representative of Society "Bridge to the Future" together with the other group leaders
came up with many productive ideas. Besides,an intercultural evening and lot of communication were further advantages for creating a positive working atmosphere.
APV "Intercultural Bridges For United Europe" , September 14-16,2013,Tsaghkadzor,Armenia.
6 group leaders from:Georgia, Armenia, Bulgaria, Poland, Croatia,Moldova got together to discuss and plan the activities of the youth exchange which will take place from 22-28 October,2013 in Tsaghkadzor,Armenia.
The representative of Society "Bridge to the Future" together with the other group leaders
came up with many productive ideas. Besides,an intercultural evening and lot of communication were further advantages for creating a positive working atmosphere.
Training Course-"European Citizens in Action"
Training Course-"European Citizens in Action",under the "Youth in Action Programme" was held on 3-11 September,2013 in Valencia,Spain. The representatives of Society "Bridge to the Future" together with 27 other participants from various youth organizations from:Ukraine,Moldova, Armenia, Bulgaria, Cyprus,Croatia, Italy, Spain and Turkey took part in the training course aimed empowering youth workers, youth leaders and multipliers with competences on integration and citizenship, which they can use within their projects and practices; also to support their role as multipliers developing initiatives integrating young people from different cultural backgrounds in the strengthening of civil society.
Additionally,the participants of the training course had opportunity to get further experience how to reflect about European Citizenship, European identity and related values such as:human rights, democracy, the rule of law and intercultural competences.The training course:"European Citizenship" was also focused on development of a common understanding of effective youth participation and exploration of the values and role of youth work and youth organizations in promoting active youth
participation and prepare the field for future collaboration including: projects with local impact and within the frame of "Youth in Action Programme".
Training Course-"European Citizens in Action",under the "Youth in Action Programme" was held on 3-11 September,2013 in Valencia,Spain. The representatives of Society "Bridge to the Future" together with 27 other participants from various youth organizations from:Ukraine,Moldova, Armenia, Bulgaria, Cyprus,Croatia, Italy, Spain and Turkey took part in the training course aimed empowering youth workers, youth leaders and multipliers with competences on integration and citizenship, which they can use within their projects and practices; also to support their role as multipliers developing initiatives integrating young people from different cultural backgrounds in the strengthening of civil society.
Additionally,the participants of the training course had opportunity to get further experience how to reflect about European Citizenship, European identity and related values such as:human rights, democracy, the rule of law and intercultural competences.The training course:"European Citizenship" was also focused on development of a common understanding of effective youth participation and exploration of the values and role of youth work and youth organizations in promoting active youth
participation and prepare the field for future collaboration including: projects with local impact and within the frame of "Youth in Action Programme".
Youth Exchange-“Exploring East and West is Best for Europe”
The second phase of a trilateral youth exchange within the framework of “Youth in Action Programme”(funded by European Commission)-“Exploring East and West is Best for Europe” took place in Norway in August, 2013.
This exchange will look at Europe and what it means to be a European. The youth will experience each other’s culture. 30 young people from Georgia, Norway and Ireland had opportunities to explore what it means to be an "European Citizen" and the advantages of "Youth Mobility" within Europe. In the project we used various mediums of visual arts, drama, team challenges, outdoor and sea activities, also discussions to explore and learn more about the above-mentioned.
We explored not only common issues affecting young people, but also diversity and respect of difference. The project promoted positive language and descriptions used to describe differences and use non-formal education in order to address issues in a positive way.
We expect the participants gained more knowledge about Europe/YIA and other culture. And they will stay engaged as active citizens both in their local communities and with other countries.
The second phase of a trilateral youth exchange within the framework of “Youth in Action Programme”(funded by European Commission)-“Exploring East and West is Best for Europe” took place in Norway in August, 2013.
This exchange will look at Europe and what it means to be a European. The youth will experience each other’s culture. 30 young people from Georgia, Norway and Ireland had opportunities to explore what it means to be an "European Citizen" and the advantages of "Youth Mobility" within Europe. In the project we used various mediums of visual arts, drama, team challenges, outdoor and sea activities, also discussions to explore and learn more about the above-mentioned.
We explored not only common issues affecting young people, but also diversity and respect of difference. The project promoted positive language and descriptions used to describe differences and use non-formal education in order to address issues in a positive way.
We expect the participants gained more knowledge about Europe/YIA and other culture. And they will stay engaged as active citizens both in their local communities and with other countries.
APV Visit to Radøy and Austrheim,Norway
A trilateral youth exchange within the framework of “Youth in Action Programme”(funded by European Commission)-“Exploring East and West is Best for Europe” is continuing: A preparatory meeting (APV ) to Norway took place in 13-16 June,2013 in Radøy and Austrheim. Leaders of Georgian, Norwegian and Irish groups visited the different places where the exchange had been planned, besides, they agreed on details, final preparation methods and activities to be completed before the actual exchange.
A trilateral youth exchange within the framework of “Youth in Action Programme”(funded by European Commission)-“Exploring East and West is Best for Europe” is continuing: A preparatory meeting (APV ) to Norway took place in 13-16 June,2013 in Radøy and Austrheim. Leaders of Georgian, Norwegian and Irish groups visited the different places where the exchange had been planned, besides, they agreed on details, final preparation methods and activities to be completed before the actual exchange.
Seminar "Spring of Democracy - Managing Active Youth Participation"
Youth in Action Programme- the seminar "Spring of Democracy - Managing Active Youth Participation", provided a
platform to discuss the theme Active Youth Participation, to exchange and experience
different concepts of democracy and to discuss and reflect about obstacles in decisionmaking
processes and how young people can overcome them.
Thereby, the aim of the seminar was to raise the level of participation of young people. It offered the participants an opportunity to exchange and acquire competences for organizing and for advocacy.
"Spring of Democracy - Managing Active Youth Participation" was one of the best spaces to learn from each other and exchange best practice examples. Regarding a fast and constantly changing world, where borders are becoming less and less important, it is essential that young people were able to discuss how to implement Active Youth Participation under these conditions.The seminar took place in Frankfurt(Oder), Germany 14.-20.06.2013.
50 participants from 21 countries, coming from various cultural backgrounds and different political traditions, made the exchange of ideas very interesting and valuable. Georgia was presented by the NGO- Society "Bridge to the Future."
During the "Open Night of Cultures and Exchange" some important information and traditions from the participants' countries in general was
presented. Additionaly,each delegation took the responsibility to prepare a report about the situation of Active Youth Participation in their countries,which includes the following points:political system in general,social situation,role of civil societies on local level,possibilities for active youth participation and attitudes of young people towards their political system.
platform to discuss the theme Active Youth Participation, to exchange and experience
different concepts of democracy and to discuss and reflect about obstacles in decisionmaking
processes and how young people can overcome them.
Thereby, the aim of the seminar was to raise the level of participation of young people. It offered the participants an opportunity to exchange and acquire competences for organizing and for advocacy.
"Spring of Democracy - Managing Active Youth Participation" was one of the best spaces to learn from each other and exchange best practice examples. Regarding a fast and constantly changing world, where borders are becoming less and less important, it is essential that young people were able to discuss how to implement Active Youth Participation under these conditions.The seminar took place in Frankfurt(Oder), Germany 14.-20.06.2013.
50 participants from 21 countries, coming from various cultural backgrounds and different political traditions, made the exchange of ideas very interesting and valuable. Georgia was presented by the NGO- Society "Bridge to the Future."
During the "Open Night of Cultures and Exchange" some important information and traditions from the participants' countries in general was
presented. Additionaly,each delegation took the responsibility to prepare a report about the situation of Active Youth Participation in their countries,which includes the following points:political system in general,social situation,role of civil societies on local level,possibilities for active youth participation and attitudes of young people towards their political system.
Training course- "Sharing Best Practices For Inclusive Growth"
Training course- "Sharing Best Practices For Inclusive Growth" within the framework of Youth in Action Programme took place from 04-12 March, 2013
in Tsaghkadzor , Armenia,where members of our organization participated.It involved NGO activists and volunteers from Armenia, Georgia, Italy, Spain, Greece,Romania, Ukraine,Moldova, Turkey, Slovakia and Croatia.During the training topics on discrimination, social exclusion, promotion of values and goals of volunteerism and importance of it in society (which make youth participation more effective and powerful in social life),as well as issues that face youth in different communities such as: youth unemployment,underdeveloped educational system, poverty, use of drugs and alcohol have been discussed.
With the help of different games, group discussions and other tools of non-formal education youth tried to suggest their own solutions and develop projects for the mitigation of the impact of these negative events.
The other important part of the Training were intercultural exchange,which helped to foster international cooperation and raise mutual understanding.
Participants had an opportunity to present culture, customs and food of their countries.
During a special evening the participants presented their organizations and their activities in the community life,as well as their own volunteering experience.
In addition, Youth in Action Programme in general and European Voluntary Service (EVS) have been presented.
in Tsaghkadzor , Armenia,where members of our organization participated.It involved NGO activists and volunteers from Armenia, Georgia, Italy, Spain, Greece,Romania, Ukraine,Moldova, Turkey, Slovakia and Croatia.During the training topics on discrimination, social exclusion, promotion of values and goals of volunteerism and importance of it in society (which make youth participation more effective and powerful in social life),as well as issues that face youth in different communities such as: youth unemployment,underdeveloped educational system, poverty, use of drugs and alcohol have been discussed.
With the help of different games, group discussions and other tools of non-formal education youth tried to suggest their own solutions and develop projects for the mitigation of the impact of these negative events.
The other important part of the Training were intercultural exchange,which helped to foster international cooperation and raise mutual understanding.
Participants had an opportunity to present culture, customs and food of their countries.
During a special evening the participants presented their organizations and their activities in the community life,as well as their own volunteering experience.
In addition, Youth in Action Programme in general and European Voluntary Service (EVS) have been presented.
Advanced planning visit, among Ireland, Georgia and
Norway
On January 10,2013 the "Talk About Youth" Project hosted an Advanced Planning Visit (APV) in Dublin for the countries Georgia and Norway for the weekend,where the head of the organization-society "Bridge to the Future" Ms. Maka Zautashvili took part. The aim of the visit was to plan and organise a programme for the Youth Exchange,within the framework of Youth in Action Programme,funded by European Commission, that was happening in Dublin on February 8,2013.
The Youth Exchange in Dublin is organised for 30 young people from Ireland, Georgia and Norway and is an initiative in which the young people will learn about social mobility, different cultures and will have the opportunity to participate in a number of games and activities in both Dublin City and in the Cavan Centre. This will be the first exchange of three, as part of which we hope, in August, to participate in an exchange to Norway and the following year to Georgia.
On January 10,2013 the "Talk About Youth" Project hosted an Advanced Planning Visit (APV) in Dublin for the countries Georgia and Norway for the weekend,where the head of the organization-society "Bridge to the Future" Ms. Maka Zautashvili took part. The aim of the visit was to plan and organise a programme for the Youth Exchange,within the framework of Youth in Action Programme,funded by European Commission, that was happening in Dublin on February 8,2013.
The Youth Exchange in Dublin is organised for 30 young people from Ireland, Georgia and Norway and is an initiative in which the young people will learn about social mobility, different cultures and will have the opportunity to participate in a number of games and activities in both Dublin City and in the Cavan Centre. This will be the first exchange of three, as part of which we hope, in August, to participate in an exchange to Norway and the following year to Georgia.
Joint Civic Education is a cooperation of the German associations MitOst and CRISP, and the Georgian NGO Iris Group - Managing Diversity. Joint Civic Education is funded by the Civil Conflict Resolution Program (zivik) of the Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations (ifa) with funds of the German Federal Foreign Office, and co-funded by the Robert Bosch Stiftung.
Joint Civic Education motivates and enables young adults from the Caucasus region to become
engaged with civic involvement. The initiative consists of six programs operating in Armenia,
Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia and Turkey.
These nationally run programs for young people include three training sessions in project
management and the possibility for volunteers to implement a micro project within their local
communities. The board member of Society “Bridge to the Future” took active part in the programme.
The introductory seminar was held in Bakuriani, Georgia (21 -29. July, 2012). The participants represented different NGOs with a broad variety of focuses, like: youth, IDPs, minorities, human rights, peacebuilding and non-formal education. The positions of the participants within their NGOs range from founders and directors to project managers, freelancers and volunteers. In the seminar, they worked together on different fields related to civic education, civil society and NGO issues and tested and developed their skills in a simulation game.
Additionally, both- the trainers and the participants presented methods regarding “Conflict Management”, “Forum Theatre” and “Community Mobilization”.
Finally, the participants discussed the target groups, aims and projects of their NGOs to find an adequate partner for performing the inter-regional internships. With their partners, they developed concrete cooperation plans, which they want to start implementing during the internships between August and November last year. Each internship is extremely important as it has a special focus, which fits needs and interest of partners, such as: exchanges in training methods, support of organizational development, curriculum design, working as facilitator /trainer in a partner organization and development of action plans and future cooperation projects.
Joint Civic Education motivates and enables young adults from the Caucasus region to become
engaged with civic involvement. The initiative consists of six programs operating in Armenia,
Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia and Turkey.
These nationally run programs for young people include three training sessions in project
management and the possibility for volunteers to implement a micro project within their local
communities. The board member of Society “Bridge to the Future” took active part in the programme.
The introductory seminar was held in Bakuriani, Georgia (21 -29. July, 2012). The participants represented different NGOs with a broad variety of focuses, like: youth, IDPs, minorities, human rights, peacebuilding and non-formal education. The positions of the participants within their NGOs range from founders and directors to project managers, freelancers and volunteers. In the seminar, they worked together on different fields related to civic education, civil society and NGO issues and tested and developed their skills in a simulation game.
Additionally, both- the trainers and the participants presented methods regarding “Conflict Management”, “Forum Theatre” and “Community Mobilization”.
Finally, the participants discussed the target groups, aims and projects of their NGOs to find an adequate partner for performing the inter-regional internships. With their partners, they developed concrete cooperation plans, which they want to start implementing during the internships between August and November last year. Each internship is extremely important as it has a special focus, which fits needs and interest of partners, such as: exchanges in training methods, support of organizational development, curriculum design, working as facilitator /trainer in a partner organization and development of action plans and future cooperation projects.
The founders of the Society “Bridge to the Future” are well- experienced and highly motivated youth workers and youth leaders, who have extensive experience working with different vulnerable groups of people: socially unprotected children, disadvantaged youth, victims of domestic and gender based violence and elderly.
We have experience both in international and local projects. As a partner,our organization has participated in a number of activities within the framework of Youth in Action Programmes. We were directly involved in running some of the activities during the projects in which we have been partners.
Additionally, the members of our organization participated in different youth projects, conferences, workshops, seminars and developed themselves both personally and professionally.
Big experience of working with diverse people of different beliefs and background made us communicable and capable to adapt to various environments, analyze different situations properly and take positive actions.
We have experience both in international and local projects. As a partner,our organization has participated in a number of activities within the framework of Youth in Action Programmes. We were directly involved in running some of the activities during the projects in which we have been partners.
Additionally, the members of our organization participated in different youth projects, conferences, workshops, seminars and developed themselves both personally and professionally.
Big experience of working with diverse people of different beliefs and background made us communicable and capable to adapt to various environments, analyze different situations properly and take positive actions.